Head of Swiss Tax

Location: Vevey, Switzerland
Work model: Hybrid / Full time
Contract type / duration: Permanent
Be a force for good and accelerate change that improves lives and the planet
As a Head of Swiss Tax at Nestle, your mission is to lead Nestlé’s Swiss Tax function and shape a sustainable tax strategy that supports our Swiss operations and global business objectives. You’ll make a difference by collaborating closely with senior business leaders, the Global Tax leadership team, Finance, Legal, Treasury and key stakeholders across Nestlé. This is your opportunity to take ownership, grow your expertise, and deliver meaningful results that make a difference at scale.
How you’ll make an impact as a Head of Swiss Tax
• Leading Nestlé’s Swiss Tax function and shaping a forward-looking tax strategy that balances business objectives, regulatory requirements and effective risk management.
• Driving strategic tax advice for major transactions, acquisitions, restructurings, financing arrangements and business transformations, ensuring Swiss tax considerations are embedded in key decisions.
• Shaping Nestlé’s position on Swiss and international tax developments, including OECD Pillar Two and Swiss minimum taxation, while representing the company with tax authorities, policymakers and industry associations.
• Managing Nestlé Group’s Swiss tax position by anticipating the impact of business developments, transactions and regulatory changes on effective tax rates, cash taxes, reporting and compliance.
• Building trusted relationships across senior leadership and key corporate functions, translating complex tax matters into clear business implications, options and recommendations.
• Developing a high-performing Swiss Tax team through coaching, empowerment and capability building, including support towards the Swiss Certified Tax Expert qualification.
What will make you successful
• Bringing extensive, senior-level experience and a proven track record in Swiss corporate income tax, withholding tax, stamp duties, international tax, tax treaties, transfer pricing and tax accounting, gained in a multinational group or leading tax advisory firm, and ideally supported by the Swiss Certified Tax Expert qualification or an equivalent credential.
• Applying deep knowledge of OECD Pillar Two and global minimum taxation, including QDMTT, GloBE, Safe Harbour and deferred tax considerations, and translating regulatory developments into effective tax rate, cash tax and compliance implications.
• Leading complex Swiss tax planning, M&A, restructuring, financing and transformation matters, combining strong commercial judgement with effective tax risk management and cross-functional project leadership.
• Influencing senior executives, tax authorities, policymakers, business associations and international bodies through credible technical expertise, strong negotiation and advocacy skills, and clear, executive-ready recommendations.
• Communicating fluently in English and French, with German strongly preferred, and explaining complex tax matters clearly to both specialist and non-specialist audiences.
• Demonstrating courage, collaboration, speed and continuous learning, while translating ideas into measurable impact and creating shared value.
At Nestle, we place people at the heart of everything we do
Our benefits are designed to support your growth and wellbeing, so you can thrive at work and in life:
• Flexible working options, including hybrid work possibilities (for office based roles)
• Paid holidays beyond legal requirements
• Learning and development opportunities to grow your career
• Performance based bonus
• Healthcare contribution and access to the Employee Assistance Program
• Strong employer contribution to your pension plan
• Generous parental leave and comprehensive family support solutions
• Attractive employee discounts across various products and services
What to expect from our hiring process
We are committed to an inclusive and respectful hiring experience and are happy to provide reasonable accommodations if needed. Our workplaces are fully accessible and supported by a strong safety culture, with modern installations and procedures to ensure a safe environment for everyone.
The hiring process typically includes an interview with Talent Acquisition, an interview with the hiring team, and a final discussion and offer. We review applications as they are received and close the role once a strong list of relevant candidates is identified, so we encourage you to apply early. All information is treated confidentially.
Stay vigilant: Nestlé will only contact candidates via official company email addresses and will never ask for payments or sensitive personal information at any stage of the hiring process.
Ready to Be a Force for Good?
Apply now and accelerate change that improves lives and the planet.