The Opportunity

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Indirect Tax Manager to join a supportive tax team. The role will involve working closely with the Indirect Tax Director, managing a varied client portfolio and providing specialist VAT and indirect tax advice to businesses across different sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in indirect tax, take ownership of client relationships and support the development of junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring work is completed accurately and within deadlines.
• Provide specialist VAT and indirect tax advice to clients across a range of industries.
• Advise on areas including construction, property transactions, international trade, cross-border services and VAT reliefs.
• Build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Deliver indirect tax advisory projects and provide practical solutions to complex tax issues.
• Support and mentor junior team members.
• Contribute to business development by identifying opportunities to grow client relationships and attract new clients.
• Keep up to date with changes in VAT legislation and indirect tax regulations.

What We’re Looking For

• CTA or IIT qualified, or equivalent indirect tax experience.
• Around 1–2 years’ post-qualification indirect tax experience in professional practice, or 3–4 years’ relevant experience if qualified by experience.
• Strong VAT advisory and technical knowledge.
• Experience managing a client portfolio and advising businesses on VAT and indirect tax matters.
• Good client relationship management skills and, ideally, experience coaching junior colleagues.
• A commercially aware and client-focused approach.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence using a range of IT systems and software.

The Ideal Candidate

This role would suit an experienced VAT or Indirect Tax professional who enjoys advising clients, managing a varied portfolio and developing their technical expertise. It offers the opportunity to take on greater responsibility, contribute to business growth and progress within a supportive team.