Tax careers at Legal & General (L&G) are about influence, integrity, and impact. As one of the UK’s leading financial services companies, we rely on our tax professionals to help shape strategic decisions, manage risk, and ensure we meet our responsibilities to society and stakeholders.
Explore the different types of tax jobs at L&G, the skills that set our people apart, and why now is a great time to build a rewarding, long-term career in tax with us.
Why choose a career in tax at L&G?
A career in tax at L&G offers more than a technical challenge, it offers purpose.
Our tax professionals play a critical role in guiding the business through complex regulatory landscapes, supporting long-term investments, and ensuring we meet our obligations with integrity and transparency.
These are not back-office roles, they’re at the heart of how we operate responsibly and sustainably.
Is tax a good career?
What sets our tax team apart is the breadth of work and the opportunity to contribute to decisions that shape the future of our business and the communities we serve. From advising on international investments to managing corporate tax risk, tax jobs at L&G are varied, strategic, and deeply valued.
You’ll collaborate with colleagues across finance, legal, and commercial teams. all while working in an environment that prioritises development, flexibility, and inclusion.
If you’re looking for tax jobs that combine technical depth with real-world impact, L&G offers a platform where your voice counts and your career can thrive.
Careers in tax: explained
At L&G, our tax department offers a diverse range of roles that go beyond traditional compliance, providing strategic insights and contributing to the company's broader objectives:
- Tax Manager: This role involves providing tax advice on retail products such as pensions and ISAs, ensuring compliance with regulations like FATCA and CRS, and collaborating with various teams on product development and legislative changes.
- Financial Data Analyst – Tax: This role involves analysing and reporting financial data for tax purposes, supporting various tax operations, and collaborating with the Group Cost Management function to provide financial insights.
- Tax Manager – Insurance & Investments: Supporting the Head of Insurance & Investments Tax, this role advises on tax matters related to insurance products, investment structuring, and mergers and acquisitions, ensuring compliance with UK tax legislation.
- Head of Private Markets Tax: Serving as a business partner to the Private Markets division, this role provides innovative tax solutions to strategic objectives, threats, and opportunities related to L&G's private markets businesses.
- Funds Tax Manager: This position supports the Head of Asset Management Tax on public markets funds matters, managing tax risk reclaims, liaising with custodians and advisors, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations affecting funds and life companies.
Skills and experience needed in tax jobs
At L&G, we look for more than technical ability, we value people who think commercially, act with integrity, and collaborate with confidence.
Our tax professionals bring a mix of analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex issues with clarity.
Depending on the level and specialism, you may need a relevant qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CTA, or equivalent experience in industry, practice, or financial services.
If you're building your career or looking to deepen your expertise, L&G offers an environment where your skills are sharpened, your voice is heard, and your impact is recognised.
Tax careers that evolve with you
From your first day, you’ll be supported with personalised development plans, mentorship, and opportunities to step into new challenges across the business.
Many of our tax professionals have grown into leadership roles, led international projects, or moved laterally into new specialisms.
Ready to take on a role that combines technical excellence with real purpose? Explore our latest tax jobs and discover where a future in tax at L&G could take you.
