Ciena

Ciena

Senior Director, Global Tax Planning / Strategy

Baltimore, USA · Director

Sponsorship not specified$208k-$290kDetected 25 days ago
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About the role

  • As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena is committed to a people-first approach.
  • Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a flexible work environment that empowers individual growth, well-being, and belonging.
  • As Senior Director of Global Planning/Tax Strategy at Ciena, this role shapes the company's global tax vision and aligns tax strategy with enterprise growth and value creation.

Responsibilities

  • Lead development and execution of global tax strategy aligned with long-term business objectives and shareholder value
  • Design and implement tax-efficient global operating and legal entity structures to enable growth and scalability
  • Partner cross-functionally with finance, legal, treasury, corporate development, and business leaders to evaluate strategic initiatives
  • Drive strategic tax planning across domestic and international jurisdictions while balancing risk and sustainability
  • Lead tax risk management, governance, and controversy strategy at the enterprise level
  • We're a technology company that leads with our humanity-driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.
  • This position influences executive decision-making across a complex multinational environment and advances tax as a strategic business partner.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Taxation, Accounting, or Finance required
  • CPA designation or State Bar admission required
  • Experience leading strategic tax planning, international structuring, and transaction advisory initiatives in multinational organizations

Compensation

  • Range US: 207,900.00 - 290,100.00
  • Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business.
  • Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.
  • Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission.
  • At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard.
  • Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals.

Benefits

  • We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

Equal opportunity

  • If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.
  • Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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