Former Yahoo ! Tax Director, John Ring, joins WTP Advisors in London as Director of International Tax
John Ring, an expert tax consultant, has joined the U.K. affiliate of WTP Advisors, as a director of international tax.
“We are thrilled that the reputation of WTP Advisors has enabled us to attract someone of such high calibre as John Ring. John brings energy and ideas to our team, and is highly respected. We are delighted to be able to introduce him into our valued clients, to further enrich the tax service we deliver,” says Barton Facey, partner at WTP Advisors U.K.
John spent 17 years working at Ernst & Young London including a three year secondment as International Tax Director in Sydney, Australia. He spent four years working in-house firstly at BNP Paribas’ leasing operation and then as Tax Director for emerging markets at Yahoo! Inc. As an international tax consultant, John has also led a number of international tax projects for FTSE 250 client Balfour Beatty plc.
When asked what drew him to WTP Advisors, John commented, “I truly enjoy working with clients, helping them to understand the challenges they face and giving them the confidence to make the necessary changes in light of the tax opportunities that exist and which are continually evolving. I admire the hands-on approach at even senior levels that is the hallmark of WTP and wanted to be part of a team and a structure that can make a real difference.”
WTP Advisors’ business model inverts the typical management pyramid structure, and staffs projects with more seasoned professionals than with junior staff.
“Having had the benefit of working at senior levels in both industry and practice, John understands not only how best to structure efficient transactions but also the importance of working across functional boundaries to ensure a truly optimal and practical solution for your business,” says Barton.
John has a particular interest in tax policy dating back many years and has contributed to public consultations with the HMRC to aid in the development and direction of U.K. tax legislation.