Business Details
33 Years
experience
Global Tax Recruitment Experts in London
Established in 1993, BPA has built a global reputation for recruiting tax professionals for multinational corporations. Our expertise spans the UK, Continental Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. We specialise in identifying local tax talent capable of integrating into global tax teams, ensuring seamless alignment with client needs. Our team maintains real-time knowledge of tax markets worldwide, enabling rapid delivery of high-quality shortlists within three weeks. We provide strategic advice on tax department structure, job descriptions, and diversity considerations, collaborating with Birdsoup to address gender and cultural diversity.For candidates, we offer insights into client organisations, role challenges, and interview preparation. Our partnerships with TaxSearch Inc. and TaxTalent extend our capabilities to US recruitment and professional development. With 90% of fee income from exclusive assignments, we combine creativity and precision in every project.
Services
Tax Recruitment
Executive Search
Diversity Consulting
Benchmarking Services
Career Development
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of expertise in global tax recruitment
- Our team maintains real-time knowledge of international tax markets
- We deliver high-quality shortlists within three weeks
- We provide strategic advice on tax department structure and diversity
- Our partnerships extend recruitment capabilities to the US and professional development
What people say
Excellent shortlists
Understand our culture
Streamlined process
Broad range of skills
Immediate and solid fit
Services
Tax Recruitment
BPA recruits senior tax professionals for multinational corporations globally. We identify local talent capable of integrating into global tax teams. Our process ensures alignment with client culture and operational requirements across 40+ countries.
Executive Search
We specialise in sourcing C-suite tax leaders including Tax Directors and Heads of Tax. Our assignments cover Fortune 500 companies and FTSE 100 organisations across Europe, Asia, and Africa.
Diversity Consulting
BPA partners with Birdsoup to address gender and cultural diversity in tax departments. We provide strategic recommendations on attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent globally.
Benchmarking Services
We offer comparative data on tax department structures and compensation globally. Our annual Tax Market Assessment provides insights into trends affecting multinational tax teams.
Career Development
Through TaxTalent, we provide career resources for tax professionals. Services include coaching, mentorship, and leadership development programs tailored to tax specialists.
People
Barrie Pallen
Founder
Established BPA in 1993 and built global relationships with multinational tax leaders. Holds Economics & Marketing degree. Expanded business from UK to global operations. Prioritises client service excellence.
William Sheppard
Director
Specialises in European senior tax recruitment since 2006. Holds Politics degree and law diploma. Manages Fortune 500 and FTSE-listed client assignments. Enthusiastic sportsman and local football team captain.
Lucienne Ndong
International Tax Recruiter
Joined BPA in 2014 after French business management masters. Handles European tax recruitment up to Tax Manager level. Fluent in English and French. Passionate about HR and Afro/Latino dance.
Martin Pallen
International Recruitment Consultant
Joined BPA in 2017 with Business & Management degree. Developed BPA NexGen and TaxTech streams. Focuses on APAC and Africa assignments. Interested in history, geography, and current affairs.
Fahmida Begum
Recruitment Specialist
Transitioned from archaeology to recruitment. Focuses on UK/EU tax roles with ED&I emphasis. Enjoys outdoor activities and maintaining extensive houseplant collection. Former tech industry recruiter.
Questions
What regions does BPA cover for tax recruitment?
BPA operates globally across UK, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa.
How quickly can BPA deliver candidate shortlists?
We typically provide high-quality shortlists within three weeks of assignment commencement.
Do you offer diversity and inclusion support?
Yes, we partner with Birdsoup to provide specialist advice on gender and cultural diversity.
What seniority levels do you recruit for?
We handle roles from Assistant Tax Manager to Global Head of Tax positions.
How do you support candidate preparation?
We provide detailed role insights, interview coaching, and organisational background information.
Can you assist with US-based recruitment?
We recommend our partner TaxSearch Inc for all US tax recruitment requirements.
