Director, Global Compensation
Kraken$168,000 - $268,400/year
Full Time
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, TaxIndustries
Requirements
- Expertise in strategic management of indirect tax (VAT/GST) across multiple jurisdictions
- Knowledge of tax planning, optimization, and risk management for VAT, GST, and similar consumption-based taxes
- Ability to develop and implement global VAT/GST strategies aligned with business objectives
- Experience advising executive leadership on indirect tax implications of corporate initiatives (e.g., M&A, restructuring, digital transformation)
- Proficiency in monitoring global VAT/GST legislative developments
- Technical guidance capability on VAT/GST issues (e.g., registration, place of supply, input tax recovery, tax determination)
- Collaboration skills with finance, legal, and commercial teams
- Experience establishing indirect tax governance frameworks and controls
- Ability to manage relationships with external advisors and tax authorities
- Skills in business partnering with senior management, finance, and operations leaders
- Support for technology and automation in indirect tax reporting and data analytics
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute global VAT/GST planning strategies to support business growth, supply chain efficiency, and new market entry
- Advise executive leadership and business units on indirect tax implications of corporate initiatives, including M&A, restructuring, and digital transformation
- Monitor global VAT/GST legislative developments and proactively identify opportunities and risks
- Lead indirect tax aspects of cross-border transactions, supply chain planning, and business model optimization
- Provide technical guidance on VAT/GST issues including registration, place of supply, input tax recovery, and tax determination
- Collaborate with finance, legal, and commercial teams to structure operations and contracts for optimal indirect tax outcomes
- Establish strong indirect tax governance frameworks and controls across jurisdictions
- Partner with compliance teams to ensure consistent tax policy implementation
- Manage relationships with external advisors and tax authorities where necessary
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior management, finance, and operations leaders on VAT/GST strategy
- Support technology and automation initiatives related to indirect tax reporting and data analytics
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What compensation and benefits does Walmart offer for this role?
Walmart offers competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards. Benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage, 401(k), stock purchase, company-paid life insurance, PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
Is this Director, Tax position remote or does it require office work?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What skills and experience are required for the Director, Tax role?
The role requires expertise in global VAT/GST planning, strategic leadership in indirect tax matters, technical knowledge of VAT/GST issues like registration and input tax recovery, risk management, and the ability to collaborate with finance, legal, and commercial teams.
What is the company culture like at Walmart for this position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
How can I make my application stand out for the Director, Tax position?
Highlight your experience in developing global VAT/GST strategies, advising on cross-border transactions and M&A, managing tax risks, and partnering with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to demonstrate alignment with the role's strategic and governance responsibilities.
Walmart
Global retail chain offering affordable products
About Walmart
Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.
Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees
Benefits
PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans
Risks
Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.
Differentiation
Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.
Upsides
Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.
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