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EMEA Tax Manager

Fever - Madrid, Madrid, Spain - Hybrid - posted 2026-09-17

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Fever is a global tech platform for culture and live entertainment, operating in 55+ countries with 300+ million monthly users. The company partners with major brands like Netflix, F.C. Barcelona, and Primavera Sound, and is backed by leading global investors. The Tax team ensures compliance across the group, managing sales taxes, deal structuring, reporting obligations, and tax optimization. They work with external advisors, define tax parameters for new business activities, solve compliance issues across markets, and improve processes supporting the wider organization. As Tax Manager, you will play a key role within Fever's Tax practice, working closely with the Head of Tax and the broader team on tax compliance and strategy for the Group. You will demonstrate ownership, leadership, and proactivity in a global, high-growth business. Key responsibilities include: - Lead and develop a growing tax team, fostering collaboration and accountability - Own and manage the comprehensive tax calendar for direct and indirect taxes across all relevant jurisdictions - Coordinate and review indirect and direct tax compliance processes - Research and analyze specific indirect and direct taxation matters and provide tailored advice - Identify risks and potential tax planning opportunities - Determine uncertain tax exposures and manage appropriate taxation provisioning - Collaborate with third-party service providers as required - Work with Finance & Accounting teams to ensure adequate knowledge and application of taxation laws - Support all indirect and direct tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities (alongside third-party providers and local finance teams) - Prepare applications for taxation rulings, tax incentives, and tax exemptions where available - Provide advice to senior management on taxation risks and appropriate transaction structures concerning acquisitions - Contribute to improvements and solutions of tax processes The role is based in Madrid with home office flexibility and possible travel across markets. REQUIREMENTS: - At least 5 years of relevant senior experience in taxation gained in practice or industry, with a focus on the EMEA region (including Spain, Portugal, UK, and France) - Proven experience managing, mentoring, or leading team members - Solid experience establishing and monitoring tax calendars for direct and indirect taxes - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Law, or Tax - Finance-oriented mindset with proven tax knowledge across multiple European jurisdictions - Proficient Excel user - Detail-oriented, organized worker with strong project management skills - Fluent English; other languages a plus - Alignment with company culture: see opportunity where others see obstacles, be efficient and flexible, prioritize work and resources, drive continuous improvement, follow up until completion, and be entrepreneurial and ambitious

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