Tax Controller – Private Equity (Luxembourg)

About the role

Our client, a leading European private equity investor, is expanding its Luxembourg platform and seeks a Tax Controller to oversee tax matters across a portfolio of holding, financing and investment structures. The role is highly visible, combining tax compliance oversight, governance responsibilities and transaction support within a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

Key responsibilities

• Own and oversee all Luxembourg tax matters for a portfolio of holding, financing and investment structures.
• Act as primary point of contact for tax issues, coordinating with internal finance teams, external advisers, service providers and tax authorities.
• Manage direct and indirect tax compliance obligations, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Monitor tax risks and ensure compliance with evolving Luxembourg and international tax regulations.
• Support acquisitions, disposals, restructurings and financing transactions by providing practical tax input throughout the transaction lifecycle.
• Manage external advisers on tax due diligence, structuring projects and other strategic tax initiatives.
• Review tax provisions and support tax aspects of statutory reporting, audits and financial reporting processes.
• Contribute to the enhancement of tax governance, controls and operational processes as the Luxembourg platform grows.

Required profile

• 5–10+ years of Luxembourg tax experience in private equity, asset management, professional services or a comparable environment.
• Strong knowledge of Luxembourg corporate taxation, investment structures and related compliance obligations.
• Experience overseeing tax compliance across multiple legal entities and complex structures, including holding companies, financing vehicles, SPVs and alternative investment structures.
• Proven ability to coordinate external tax advisers and manage multiple stakeholders.
• Exposure to transaction‑related tax matters such as acquisitions, restructurings or financing arrangements is advantageous.
• Degree in Tax, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Law or a related discipline; relevant Luxembourg tax, accounting or professional qualification is a strong asset.

Required skills