STAR sits at the centre of HMRC's future transformation, helping to shape a modern, trusted and digital-first tax system. Established in January 2026, STAR's remit is broad and influential. We shape HMRC's strategic direction, develop enterprise strategies, reform and modernise the tax administration framework, provide specialist technical advice on tax administration, strengthen public trust in the tax system, and help HMRC respond to emerging technologies and future trends. We also lead innovation activity across the department, working with colleagues and external partners to ensure HMRC remains at the forefront of tax administration internationally.
The directorate comprises six Deputy Director-led teams spanning strategy development, tax administration reform, technical policy and litigation, trust and assurance, innovation, and future-facing capability. Together, these teams support Ministers, senior HMRC leaders and operational colleagues to make informed decisions that improve the performance of the tax system and deliver better outcomes for customers.
Collaboration is central to our success. STAR works across HMRC Strategy and Policy, with operational groups, legal colleagues, digital and transformation teams, and a wide range of external stakeholders. This is a role with significant influence across the department, offering the opportunity to shape major strategic decisions, lead reform programmes of national importance, and help define what the future of tax administration looks like.
We are looking for an exceptional leader who can combine strategic thinking with practical delivery, build strong relationships across organisational boundaries, and inspire high-performing teams through change. Above all, we are seeking someone who shares our commitment to creating a modern tax system that is trusted by customers, supports economic growth, and enables HMRC to meet the challenges of the future.
