Transfer pricing has always been an international discipline — but historically, the roles were firmly office-based, often in London. That's changed dramatically. Remote and hybrid TP positions now account for 45% of all transfer pricing vacancies on AllTaxJobs, up from just 12% in 2022.
Why TP Lends Itself to Remote Working
Transfer pricing work is inherently cross-border. Clients and counterparts are often in different time zones anyway, and much of the work — benchmarking studies, documentation, policy design — can be done independently. The pandemic proved that teams could function effectively without being co-located, and the profession hasn't looked back.
Firms have also realised that offering remote or hybrid arrangements dramatically expands their talent pool. A Big 4 office in London can now recruit TP specialists from Edinburgh, Bristol, or even continental Europe — if the role is structured to accommodate remote working.
What Remote TP Roles Look Like
Most remote TP roles are 'hybrid by default' — typically requiring 1-2 days per week in the office, with flexibility on which days and which office. Fully remote roles exist but are less common, more often seen at the Senior Manager level and above, or in in-house functions.
The work itself is unchanged: functional and economic analysis, benchmarking, documentation, dispute resolution, and APA negotiations. What's different is how teams interact — asynchronous communication, virtual workshops, and structured online collaboration have become the norm.
Impact on Salaries
Remote and hybrid arrangements have had an interesting effect on TP salaries. London-based firms offering remote roles are typically paying London-equivalent salaries, which means a TP Manager living in Manchester or Bristol can earn London rates while benefiting from lower living costs.
Conversely, some regional firms have had to increase their salary offers to compete with London-headquartered employers now fishing in the same talent pool. The net effect: TP salaries are converging nationally, which is good news for candidates outside the capital.
What to Look For
If you're considering a remote TP role, pay attention to the details: how often is office attendance required? Is there a core hours policy? How does the firm handle collaboration across time zones? And — critically — what does the promotion and visibility pathway look like for remote team members?
The best remote roles offer genuine flexibility while maintaining clear career progression. The worst pay lip service to hybrid working while expecting you to be in the office five days a week during busy season. Ask the right questions, and you'll know the difference quickly.