Job DescriptionOwn VAT Sweden. Influence VAT across the Group. Join our Group Tax team as the primary indirect tax specialist for Sweden whilst contributing to strategic tax matters across Danske Bank Group.We are seeking a Senior Indirect Tax Manager to join Group Tax. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine responsibility for Swedish indirect tax, mainly VAT, matters with participation in an innovative and international tax environment supporting all business lines across Danske Bank Group.
As the dedicated specialist in Sweden, you will have significant ownership of local matters and act as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders. At the same time, you will work closely with colleagues across the Group on strategic projects, regulatory developments and cross-border matters.
You will report to the Head of Indirect Tax and become part of an international indirect tax team consisting of specialists located across the Nordic countries.
Your Primary Responsibilities Will IncludeAs our Senior Indirect Tax Manager, you will become the go-to VAT specialist for business units across Danske Bank Sweden while working closely with colleagues across the Nordic countries on cross-border matters and strategic initiatives. You will support business units, participate in regulatory projects, and help shape indirect tax practices across Danske Bank Group.
Selected tasks:
- Supporting and driving indirect tax related projects and business initiatives.
- Participating in cross-border projects and indirect tax matters impacting multiple jurisdictions.
- Ensuring efficient and compliant indirect tax handling in collaboration with business stakeholders.
- Engaging in dialogue with tax authorities where relevant.
- Conducting indirect tax training and awareness activities.
- Preparing and maintaining internal guidance and instructions.
- Performing risk assessments and supporting indirect tax governance initiatives.
- Monitoring developments in Swedish and EU indirect tax legislation and assessing their impact on the business.
Please note that this position is not expected to include responsibility for indirect tax compliance.A great matchYou work confidently and independently, take ownership of complex matters and collaborate well with colleagues and stakeholders across teams and locations. With strong analytical and communication skills, you bring structure, find solutions and deliver high-quality results.
We are looking for a colleague who:
- Holds a law degree, MSc, BSc, BBA or equivalent qualification.
- Has several years of experience working with indirect tax, for instance from the tax authorities, an accounting firm, a law firm or an in-house tax department.
- Has strong understanding of Swedish and EU indirect tax law.
- Experience with VAT relating to financial services, banking products, leasing activities or investment structures would be advantageous but is not a prerequisite.
- Is fluent in Swedish and English.
We offerYou will join a highly skilled Group Tax function consisting of 26 colleagues with broad exposure to business developments, regulatory initiatives and strategic projects across one of the leading financial institutions in the Nordic region. Within the indirect tax team, you will experience an open and down-to-earth working environment where we collaborate closely, share knowledge and use each other as trusted sparring partners.
The position offers a high degree of responsibility, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work with complex indirect tax matters in both a Swedish and international context.
Interested?If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, we would love to hear from you. For questions about the position, please contact Astrid Ruugard at +45 51 62 42 40. Please submit your application by 19 October 2026. We look forward to hearing from you!
We review applications on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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