Head of Tax - Advisory and New Markets

Job description

Kick-start your career in the online gaming world and experience the very latest in technology and innovation. Who we are We’re Super Group, the NYSE-listed digital gaming company behind some of the world’s leading Sports and iGaming brands, including Betway and Jackpot City. We’re a powerhouse built on decades of expertise and we’re changing the game for good. Our mission is to give our customers a superclass entertainment experience. Who we’re looking for We’re on a thrilling journey of growth and innovation, and we need passionate, driven individuals to join us. At Super Group Africa, every day is action-packed, and we expect you to bring your A-game. In return, you’ll find a supportive environment where your skills can flourish and your career can soar. Ready to become a game-changer? Supercharge your career with us and be part of something extraordinary. Why we need you We’re building experiences that wow our customers – and that starts with bold, curious people who want to do work that matters. If you’re hungry to grow, excited by impact and ready for a challenge that will supercharge your career, this could be your moment. What you’ll do You’ll take ownership of work that gives us our competitive edge, including: Advisory & Business Partnering Provide tax advisory support for market entry, geographic expansion, and new business initiatives across multiple jurisdictions. Act as a business partner to Strategy, Legal, Finance, Commercial, Treasury, and Operations teams, embedding tax input into planning and execution stages. Translate technical tax rules into clear, commercially practical guidance for non‑tax stakeholders. Structuring & Operating Models Advise on legal entity structuring, operating models, and value chain design in both established and new markets. Assess and manage various risks (such as PE, POEM, etc.) and cross‑border operational tax exposure. Support decisions around centralisation, outsourcing, IP use, and intercompany arrangements from a tax perspective. Cross‑Border & Transactional Support Assess corporate income tax, withholding tax, indirect tax, and other cross‑border tax implications of business activities. Support mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, funding arrangements, intra‑group transactions, and exits from a tax advisory perspective. Participate in tax due diligence processes, identifying risks, opportunities, and integration considerations. Incentives, Regimes & Planning Opportunities Identify, evaluate, and advise on tax incentives, exemptions, concessions, and special tax regimes applicable to new markets or investments. Support applications, structuring, and ongoing compliance considerations relating to incentives and preferential regimes. Balance tax efficiency with reputational, operational, and governance considerations. Risk Identification & Technical Advisory Identify emerging tax risks associated with new products, markets, or ways of operating. Provide technical input on complex interpretative issues escalated by the business or other tax team members (excluding advocacy and disputes). Support the Tax Director with impact assessments and recommendations on complex tax matters. Governance & Alignment Ensure advisory outcomes are aligned with group tax policies, risk appetite, and governance frameworks. Collaborate with other tax team portfolios (Compliance, Audit & Controversy, Policy where applicable) to ensure consistent implementation of agreed positions. Contribute to the development of internal tax guidance and advisory templates to improve efficiency and consistency. This list covers your core responsibilities – with plenty of room to stretch, explore and take on new challenges as we grow. What you’ll bring You’re someone who brings: Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) and/or Registered Tax Practitioner / Master’s Degree in Taxation or equivalent professional tax qualification. Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Law, or a related discipline. 10+ years of progressive tax experience within a multinational group, professional services firm, or international tax environment. Significant experience in international and cross-border taxation. Proven experience advising on corporate structuring, new market expansion, transactions, and operating model design. Demonstrated track record of providing tax advisory support to senior executives and business leadership teams. Experience managing complex tax risk assessments and technical tax matters across multiple jurisdictions. Desirable skills you’ve got up your sleeve It would be great if you also have some of the following skills: Strong knowledge of international taxation and cross-border tax principles. Deep understanding of corporate income tax, withholding taxes, indirect taxes, transfer pricing, and tax treaty application. Knowledge of PE, POEM, hybrid mismatch provisions, and OECD tax developments. Strong understanding of tax governance and risk management frameworks. Commercial awareness and ability to balance tax, operational, and strategic considerations. Ability to interpret complex legislation and apply it pragmatically within business contexts. Experience within online gaming, technology, digital services, financial services, or similarly complex multinational industries. Exposure to tax aspects of business integrations, and large-scale transformation initiatives. International tax qualification or specialized postgraduate qualification in International Tax. Transfer Pricing, M&A, or cross-border tax experience. Our values are non-negotiables Our culture is underpinned by core values that are linked to key behavioural competencies. Along with the below behavioural competencies, these are essential for all employees in order for you to embed in and drive our culture forward. These competencies are: Adaptability Ownership and accountability Initiating action Resilience Team orientation Integrity Innovation What you’ll get back We invest in your growth and wellbeing, so you can bring your best: Supergrowth is real here. Our learning and development programmes give you the tools, training and opportunities to level up fast. Your progress matters . Our Performance tool ensures you get meaningful feedback to support your development and superdrive your career. Support that has your back . Our Employee Assistance Programme offers resources for you and your family. Ready to feel superclass? At Super Group, your experience matters. We’re honest, fair, and focused on helping you succeed – and your work will have real impact from day one. Game on! *Please note we will apply relevance to our Talent Management and Talent Development Programme as part of our recruitment process. *Shortlisted candidates may need to complete an assessment. This position requires trust and honesty it has access to customers financial details - therefore a credit and criminal record check will be conducted. The qualifications identified herein are an inherent job requirement; therefore, a qualification verification check will be done. By applying for this role, and supplying the necessary details, you hereby grant us permission to apply for these checks. This will be done in a confidential manner, and solely for the purposes of verification. Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please deem your application as unsuccessful. The perfect place to work, play and grow!