Kate Richards
About Kate Richards
Kate Richards is the Senior Vice President and Director of International Tax at Jefferies, with a comprehensive background in international tax management and compliance.
Company: Jefferies
Kate Richards has been associated with Jefferies since 2015. She holds two key roles within the company. Originally joining as Senior Vice President, Director of International Tax Compliance, Kate has been serving as Senior Vice President, Director Of International Tax since 2018. Based in New York, New York, her responsibilities include overseeing international tax matters and ensuring compliance with global tax regulations.
Title: Senior Vice President, Director Of International Tax
As the Senior Vice President and Director Of International Tax at Jefferies, Kate Richards manages and supervises international tax strategies. Her role encompasses a comprehensive oversight of global tax policies, strategic tax planning, and regulatory compliance. She has been instrumental in guiding the company's international tax operations since 2018.
Previous Position: Senior International Tax Manager - EMEA at GE Capital
Prior to her role at Jefferies, Kate Richards worked as the Senior International Tax Manager - EMEA at GE Capital from 2012 to 2015. During her tenure, she was responsible for the tax strategy and compliance for the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) regions, ensuring the company's operations adhered to local tax regulations while optimizing tax efficiency.
Previous Position: International Tax Manager at GE
Kate Richards served as an International Tax Manager at GE from 2006 to 2012. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, she played a key role in managing the company's international tax matters. Her responsibilities included developing and implementing tax strategies, maintaining compliance with global tax laws, and providing guidance on international tax issues.
Education: University of Southampton
Kate Richards earned her Bachelor's degree in Law from the University of Southampton. She studied at the university from 1993 to 1996. This educational background provided her with a strong foundation in legal principles, which she has applied throughout her career in international tax management.