Manager of Insurance Tax, Regulation

Shape compliance.
Drive governance.
Protect global business.   At DHL Group, we connect people and improve lives through our global logistics network.
Behind our world-leading operations stands a strong commitment to governance, compliance, and risk management.
We are looking for an experienced Manager of Insurance Tax, Regulation & Compliance Germany (m/f/d) to play a pivotal role in ensuring that our insurance activities remain compliant, transparent, and future-ready.
This position combines insurance taxation, regulatory compliance, governance, and stakeholder management in a highly international environment.   Manager of Insurance Tax, Regulation & Compliance Germany (m/f/d)     Why experienced insurance professionals join this role
* Move from advising to owning insurance governance decisions.
* Shape multinational insurance programs across a global organization.
* Influence strategic decisions involving Tax, Legal, Treasury, Procurement, and Risk Management.
* Work at the intersection of insurance, regulation, governance, and business strategy.
* Gain exposure to some of the most complex international insurance arrangements in the market.   You'll make an impact by:
* Defining and evolving DHL Group's global insurance governance framework.
* Ensuring regulatory excellence across international insurance programs.
* Leading complex tax, regulatory, and compliance initiatives.
* Managing interactions with authorities, regulators, auditors, brokers, and insurers.
* Providing strategic guidance on multinational insurance structures and cross-border risk solutions.   What You Will Do: Insurance Tax & Compliance
* Serve as the central expert for insurance premium tax matters in Germany.
* Advise business stakeholders on insurance taxation, insurance distribution compliance, and regulatory requirements.
* Assess domestic and international insurance programs, including multinational insurance structures, global master policies, local policies, captive insurance arrangements, and Freedom of Services (FOS) solutions.
* Review and evaluate insurance premium tax treatment for insurance contracts and insurance-related services.
* Support the design, implementation, and launch of new insurance programs while ensuring tax and regulatory compliance.
Governance & Risk Management
* Maintain and continuously improve insurance tax governance and compliance frameworks.
* Design and oversee internal control systems for insurance premium tax processes.
* Contribute to the enhancement of DHL Group's Tax Compliance Management System.
* Conduct risk assessments and compliance reviews related to insurance distribution and taxation.
* Promote transparency, documentation standards, and audit readiness across the organization.    Regulatory & Audit Management
* Manage insurance premium tax audits and regulatory reviews independently.
* Act as the primary contact for tax authorities, auditors, legal advisors, insurers, and brokers.
* Develop strategies to address audit findings and mitigate regulatory risks.
* Monitor developments in German and international insurance tax legislation and relevant court decisions.
* Ensure regulatory awareness and compliance regarding insurance distribution activities in Germany.   Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Work closely with colleagues from Tax, Legal, Treasury, Procurement, Risk Management, and other business functions.
* Support DHL business units in understanding and meeting insurance compliance requirements.
* Coordinate with external advisors, brokers, insurers, and regulatory stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions.   What You Bring
* University degree in Law, Tax, Business Administration, Finance, Insurance, Risk Management, or a related field.
* Several years of professional experience in insurance taxation, insurance regulation, compliance, risk management, legal, or related disciplines.
* Proven expertise in German Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) regulations and insurance compliance requirements.
* Experience managing regulatory inquiries, audits, disputes, and complex multinational insurance programs.
* Strong understanding of commercial insurance products, including Property, Liability, Marine, Cargo, Cyber, D&O, Financial Lines, and Employee Benefits.
* Experience developing governance, control, and compliance frameworks in international organizations.
* Excellent English language skills and good German language proficiency.   Who You Are You are a st