ppAirbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 2 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, hosts offer unique stays and experiences that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way. /p h3The Community You Will Join: /h3 pThe Tax Controversy team is responsible for developing and implementing Airbnb’s global audit strategy, including determining a vision for global tax disputes and coordinating and leading responses with tax authorities worldwide. The tax controversy team collaborates across all areas of the tax group, legal, and policy in responding to audit and tax litigation issues involving Airbnb’s direct and indirect taxes. This role allows a candidate to be immersed in a variety of tax issues and high profile tax disputes, and will work with the Airbnb Tax Controversy and Dublin Tax teams, outside advisors, and across departments at Airbnb to respond to global tax authorities and support the company’s return positions with a focus on EMEA issues. /p h3The Difference You Will Make: /h3 ul liYou will be responsible for helping the Tax Controversy team deliver superior tax audit and litigation results with a focus on EMEA. This includes managing tax disputes by preparing responses to tax authority requests, mastering the company’s facts, preparing for and participating in regular meetings with tax authorities, and helping develop the audit and tax litigation strategies. /li liYou will also be responsible for working cross functionally to ensure the business is updated and aware of audit risks and business concerns, and working across all groups of the Tax team to help strengthen our tax positions as they are being considered. /li /ul h3A Typical Day: /h3 ul liSupport the Tax Controversy team’s management of tax audits and litigation by coordinating across all groups of the Tax team, outside advisors, and other internal stakeholders including Legal and Policy. /li liCo-lead significant EMEA tax litigation cases (including local administrative appeals,



litigation before EMEA tax authorities and courts), overseeing discovery, formulating legal strategies, and managing key case milestones. /li liAct as the point of contact for EMEA-based external counsel, government officials, and regulators in ongoing tax disputes. /li liAdvise on jurisdiction-specific litigation risks, privilege issues, and compliance in the EMEA tax environment. /li liCollaborate with US, EMEA, and global tax, legal, and policy teams to ensure consistent messaging and strategic alignment across regions. /li liAnalyze and make recommendations about the trade offs and implications of various audit strategies, dispute resolution forums, tax administration procedures, litigation postures, tax risks, and business goals. /li liPrepare responses to tax authorities' information requests by compiling data, researching company facts, and understanding technical tax issues. /li /ul h3Your Expertise: /h3 ul liA law degree and 10+ years of experience with a focus on tax audits and litigation /li liExperience in leading tax audits and tax litigation. /li liExcellent English skills are necessary and proficiency in French, Italian and/or Spanish is preferred. /li liRobust understanding of the tax litigation processes and other tax resolutions processes across key EMEA jurisdictions. /li liStrong foundation in tax with the ability to quickly learn new and complex tax issues, along with a demonstrated commitment to remain current in tax law developments. /li liStrong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail to prepare accurate and persuasive responses to tax authorities. /li liDemonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing deadlines for numerous tax controversy matters across multiple jurisdictions in all levels of audit, administrative appeal, and litigation.



/li liCollaborate with US, EMEA, and general tax, legal, and policy teams to ensure consistent messaging and strategic alignment across regions. /li liExpertise with corporate tax issues common to EMEA disputes, including transfer pricing, data production, withholding tax, and VAT issues. /li /ul h3Our Commitment To Inclusion Belonging: /h3 pAirbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible. We believe diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement, and allow us to attract creatively-led people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. /p h3How We'll Take Care Of You: /h3 pOur job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range shown below is annualized, is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits. /p pIreland Annual Pay Range /p p€156.000—€195.000 EUR /p h3How We'll Take Care Of You: /h3 pOur job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range shown below is annualized, is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits. /p pSpain Annual Pay Range /p p€120.000—€150.000 EUR /p h3How We'll Take Care Of You: /h3 pOur job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range shown below is annualized, is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits. /p pUnited Kingdom Annual Pay Range /p p£136,000—£170,000 GBP /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Principal, Tax Controversy (Barcelona)
🏢 Airbnb
📍 Barcelona