Job Description

DeepL is a global communications platform powered by Language AI. Since 2017, we’ve been on a mission to break down language barriers. Our human-sounding translations and intelligent writing suggestions are designed with enterprise security in mind. Today, they enable over 100,000 businesses to transform communications, reach new markets, and improve productivity. And, empower millions of individuals worldwide to make sense of the world and express their ideas.

Our goal is to become the global leader in Language AI, building products that drive better communication, foster connections, and make a real-life impact. To achieve this, we need talented individuals like you to join our exciting journey. If you're ready to work with a dynamic team and build your career in the fast-moving AI space, DeepL is your next destination.

What sets us apart

What sets us apart is our blend of modern technology, competitive benefits, and an open, welcoming work culture that enables our people to thrive. When we share what it's like to work at DeepL, the reactions are overwhelmingly positive. This may be because of our products that have helped countless people worldwide or our shared mission to improve communication for individuals and businesses, bringing cultures closer together. What we know for sure is this: being part of DeepL means joining a team dedicated to innovation and employee well-being. Discover what our teams have to say about life at DeepL on LinkedIn, Instagram and our Blog.

Meet the team behind this journey

At DeepL, we are seeking an experienced Tax Manager to lead and elevate our global tax function. In this pivotal role, you will lead our tax team and serve as the primary point of contact for strategic tax matters, including indirect tax, corporate tax, transfer pricing and international tax law. Join us to drive tax strategy, navigate complex tax environments and contribute to our global compliance and scaling efforts with insightful tax advice.

Your responsibilities

• Manage the tax function and lead the tax team.

• Act as the primary point of contact for various strategic tax topics, particularly in the areas of global indirect tax, transfer pricing, corporate tax, international tax law and withholding tax.

• Provide support on key strategic projects especially close to the CFO's agenda and support scaling the business with tax insights.

• Review monthly VAT/GST/Sales Tax returns for several global indirect tax registrations.

• Ensure tax compliance upon new market entries, monitor and react with your team on global changes especially in the field of indirect tax and international tax law.

• Oversee quarterly corporate tax calculations and the corresponding annual corporate tax returns for our DeepL entities in DE, US, JP, UK, NL and PL.

• Regularly develop and improve the Tax CMS, regularly review the risks and perform data reviews and tax testing / spot checks as part of the Tax CMS.

• Reviewing and advising on tax-related contractual clauses and questions coming up in daily business from several stakeholders (Finance, Accounting, Legal, Sales).

• Leading tax audits, supporting financial audits and tax DDs.

Qualities we look for

• Completed studies in relevant fields like business law, law, tax law or business administration (Master's degree or Diplom-Finanzwirt/in); passed German tax advisor exam a plus (not a must).

• At least 7 - 8 years of professional experience in a leading international consulting firm and in the tax department of a public listed company.

• You have extensive experience and in-depth knowledge in global indirect tax in several jurisdictions and feel confident to advise on cross-border tax structuring (international tax, corporate tax and transfer pricing).

• Ideally, initial experience in the professional and personal leadership of a small team in a remote environment. 

• Ability to present complex issues in an understandable and audit-proof manner and to write legal memos and give internal presentations.

• Entrepreneurial mindset and pragmatic approach to solving tax issues on a day-to-day basis in a fast-changing environment and confident defending tax positions to internal and external stakeholders.

• You will bring in your personal initiative and affinity to rethink and further develop existing tax processes as well as implementing and developing new tax and automation solutions.

• Good basic understanding of German business and civil law; experience in UK, JP, PL, NL or US tax law is a plus.

What we offer

• Diverse and internationally distributed team: joining our team means becoming part of a large, global community with people of more than 90 nationalities. We're more than just colleagues; we're a group of professionals with a shared mission to connect diverse cultures. Our global presence is growing–we've doubled in size nearly every year, with our employees based in the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, the US, and Japan, and we continue to expand our network.

• Open communication, regular feedback: as a language-focused company, we value the importance of clear, honest communication. We value smooth collaboration, direct and actionable feedback, and believe that leading with empathy and growth mindset makes us better together.

• Hybrid work, flexible hours: we offer a hybrid work schedule, with team members coming into the office twice a week. This allows you to engage directly with your team and experience the unique energy of our workspace, while still enjoying the flexibility and comfort of working from home. With flexible working hours and trust in your productivity, we are in sync with your team’s general locations and time zones to foster effective and seamless collaboration.

• Regular in-person team events: we bond over vibrant events that are as unique as our team, from local team and business unit gatherings, to new-joiner onboardings, to company-wide events that bring us all together–literally.

• Monthly full-day hacking sessions: every month, we have Hack Fridays, where you can spend your time diving into a project you're passionate about and get the opportunity to work with other teams–we value your initiatives, impact, and creativity.

• 30 days of annual leave: we value your peace of mind. With 30 days off (excluding public holidays) and access to mental health resources, we make sure you're as strong mentally as you are professionally.

• Competitive benefits: just as our team spans the globe, so does our benefits package. We've crafted it to reflect the diversity of our team and tailored it to align with your unique location, to ensure you feel supported every step of the way.

If this role and our mission resonate with you, but you're hesitant because you don't check all the boxes, don't let that hold you back. At DeepL, it's all about the value you bring and the growth we can foster together. Go ahead, apply—let's discover your potential together. We can't wait to meet you!

We are an equal opportunity employer

You are welcome at DeepL for who you are—we appreciate authenticity here. Our product is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all succeed, contribute, and think forward! So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s in our diversity that we will find the power to break down language barriers in the world.