Head of indirect tax at Sobi

Stockholm, , Sweden -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Indirect Tax Management, Analytical Mindset, Cross-Functional Coordination, Leadership, Communication Skills, Relationship Building, VAT Compliance, Tax Governance, Strategic Perspective, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement, Commercial Focus, Data Analysis, Curiosity, Integrity

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Company Description Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups tend to apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Sobi encourages you to change that statistic and apply. Rarely do candidates meet 100% of the qualifications. We look forward to your application! At Sobi, the work we do every day redefines the standards of care and transform the lives of people living with rare diseases. As a diverse team of entrepreneurial people, we are passionate about our growth journey towards becoming a global leader, making a difference for rare disease patients, moving quickly and always challenging the status quo. We are committed to an inclusive, sustainable and flexible workplace that fosters growth and development. Job Description About the role We are seeking a strategic, forward-thinking Head of Indirect Tax to lead the Group’s indirect tax agenda and guide the organisation through continued international growth. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will shape tax strategy, strengthen governance, and collaborate with senior stakeholders across the business to enable confident, compliant, and efficient decision-making. The position is Hybrid and will be located in Stockholm, reporting to Vice President Treasury and Tax. It is an individual contributor role. Your impact will include Lead the global indirect tax strategy, ensuring it supports the organisation’s goals and future growth. Oversee VAT compliance reporting, implementing VAT risk control and exploring VAT automation solutions. Advise senior leadership on complex transactions, providing clear, commercially focused recommendations. Support subsidiaries in their reporting, hands-on indirect tax matters, and coordination of best practices. Enhance tax governance across key financial processes, working closely with cross-functional partners. Shape supply chain and commercial decisions, highlighting VAT implications and identifying opportunities to drive efficiency. Manage audits and tax authority relationships, maintaining a strong low-risk position for the Group. Qualifications About you You are a confident, insightful tax leader who thrives on solving complex challenges and improving the way things are done. You enjoy working collaboratively across a global organisation and take pride in providing clear, practical guidance that strengthens the business. You will be successful in this role if you enjoy partnering with business stakeholders and influencing at a senior level, shaping smarter processes, and contributing to a strong, future-ready tax environment. You bring A strong background in indirect tax management (5+ years) Experience gained in consultancy and/or corporate A master’s degree in Business, Law, Finance or another relevant discipline Natural ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional indirect tax projects An analytical mindset with enthusiasm for numbers, data, and meaningful insights Ability to balance detail with strategic perspective, communicating clearly at all levels Curiosity, integrity, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement A collaborative style with strong communication and relationship-building skills Fluency in English Here at Sobi we live by our core values: Care, Ambition, Urgency, Ownership and Partnership! Additional Information How to apply We have an ongoing selection process in this recruitment and ask you to send your application as soon as possible. Click apply and include your resume in English. Why Join Us? Here at Sobi, our mission and culture get us excited to come to work every day, but here are a few more reasons to join our team: Collaborative and team-oriented environment Opportunities for professional growth Diversity and Inclusion Competitive compensation for your work Making a positive impact to help ultra-rare disease patients who are in need of life saving treatments Emphasis on work/life balance We are a global company with over 1,900 employees in more than 30 countries and are committed to the societies where we operate. With a deeply skilled management team directing our day-to-day wins, and a Board with a stellar track record, we’re ready to take on the world’s diseases, ailments and adversity. Our people believe they have the power to make a positive impact in others’ lives because that’s exactly what we do here. If you’re seeking a career that taps into your talents in a way that makes the world a better, healthier place, we just may have a job for you. We know our employees are our most valuable asset, and our culture conveys that. We offer a competitive benefits package, to support the health and happiness of our staff. Sobi Culture At Sobi, we refuse to accept the status quo. This is because we have witnessed first-hand the challenges facing those affected by rare diseases and have used this knowledge to shape our business to find new ways of helping them. As a specialized biopharmaceutical company, we are dedicated to rare diseases. And we see this focus as a strength. By effectively turning our research into ground-breaking treatments, we help make medicine more accessible and open up more possibilities for patients and more opportunities for those caring for them. This has been our approach since day one, but we know we can’t change the world of rare diseases on our own. Accomplishing this requires strong partnerships with patients, partners and stakeholders across the entire value chain. Together, we define how our business can create solutions that serve the needs of those affected by rare diseases while facilitating sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

Lead the global indirect tax strategy and oversee VAT compliance reporting. Advise senior leadership on complex transactions and enhance tax governance across key financial processes.