Hardeep Soor
About Hardeep Soor
Hardeep Soor is the Head of Tax at Starling Bank, where he has worked since 2021. He previously held significant roles at HM Revenue & Customs, including leading investigations into high-risk corporate tax avoidance and advising on banking legislation.
Current Role at Starling Bank
Hardeep Soor serves as the Head of Tax at Starling Bank, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing tax strategy and compliance for the bank. His experience in the financial sector and tax legislation informs his approach to managing the bank's tax obligations. He operates from the bank's office located at 100 Parliament Street.
Previous Experience at HM Revenue & Customs
Before joining Starling Bank, Hardeep Soor worked at HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) for over a decade. He held the position of Policy & Technical Advisor in the Corporation Tax International Services (CTIS) division from 2004 to 2015. During his tenure, he led investigations under the High Risk Corporates Programme, focusing on bespoke high-end avoidance schemes. He also introduced new measures related to the Common Reporting Standard (CRS) and served as the lead tax specialist for one of the UK's largest banks.
Experience at Grant Thornton UK LLP
Hardeep Soor was a Director at Grant Thornton UK LLP from 2015 to 2021. His role involved providing tax advisory services and developing strategies for clients in various sectors. His experience at Grant Thornton complemented his extensive background in tax policy and compliance, further enhancing his expertise in the financial services industry.
Educational Background
Hardeep Soor has a solid educational foundation in finance and engineering. He earned a Master of Science in Finance from the University of Leicester, completing his studies from 2003 to 2004. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronic & Software Engineering from the University of Birmingham, where he studied from 1999 to 2002. His early education includes A-Levels in Maths, Physics, and Art from Leeds Grammar School, completed between 1997 and 1999.