Associate, Indirect Tax

Alvarez & Marsal; Madrid; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal's Madrid Tax team seeks an Indirect Tax Associate to support VAT advisory projects across pan-European deals and local transactions. You will work with senior directors on M&A due diligence, develops practical VAT analyses, and help manage client engagements in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 3–5 years in indirect tax, fluent Spanish and English, and a proactive, client‑focused mindset to grow in a leading global tax practice with opportunities across EMEA.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in indirect tax in Big4 or Big Law
• Strong writing, analytical, research and organisational skills
• Strong communication, presentation, project management and business development skills
• Preferably, member of BAR in Spain
• Eagerness to broaden expertise across other areas of tax
• Fluent in Spanish and English
• Experience in the Spanish market would be advantageous

Responsibilities

• Support our Senior Directors/Managing Directors on VAT advisory projects, including M&A, due diligence and deal structuring (advisory role with focus on M&A)
• Contribute to pan-European VAT and international supply chain projects
• Prepare practical, commercial VAT analyses using legislation and case law for a shared portfolio of clients
• Assist in advising clients on VAT aspects of transactions and structuring, as well as day-to-day management
• Participate in complex and high-stakes engagements to strengthen clients' VAT positions, including voluntary disclosures, tax audits, and administrative and judicial appeals before tax authorities and courts
• Advice on other indirect taxes, such as Transfer Tax, Stamp Duty, or local taxes, as well as customs and excise duties
• Draft and check work for accuracy before senior review, ensuring developing technical and commercial insight
• Help manage engagements, budgets and billing processes, maintaining day‑to‑day client contact
• Use technology tools and AI to support efficiently
• Ability to work in a dynamic and time sensitive environment

Skills

Indirect tax

VAT

Bilingual English/Spanish

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

BAR member in Spain

Job description

Description

Indirect Tax Associate, Madrid (Spain)

About The Team

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) Tax is an independent tax group made up of experienced tax professionals dedicated to providing customized tax advice to clients and investors across a broad range of industries. Its professionals extend A&M’s commitment to offering clients a choice in advisors who are free from audit-based conflicts of interest and bring an unyielding commitment to delivering responsive client service. A&M Tax has offices in major metropolitan markets throughout EMEA, including Spain, the U.S., Asia and Australia.

In Spain, the Tax Team is growing rapidly and sustainably, representing a compelling opportunity to expand the business, and developing you across all dimensions. In today’s increasingly complex global tax environment, having international reach, a strong local presence and the right expertise is critical to the successful execution of all client tax affairs.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in indirect tax in Big4 or Big Law
• Strong writing, analytical, research and organisational skills
• Strong communication, presentation, project management and business development skills
• Preferably, member of BAR in Spain
• Eagerness to broaden expertise across other areas of tax
• Fluent in Spanish and English

The ideal candidates will be engaged, entrepreneurial, action-orientated, and hands-on. They will have experience working in the Spanish market. The ability to quickly establish, develop and enhance internal and client relationships will be key in the collaborative network we work in at A&M.

Coming into the team, your role will be varied, dynamic and have the opportunity to work with some exciting clients. You will be part of the growth journey of the team and have the chance to partner with senior leadership in key decisions on strategy and future development within the market. You will work with several talented individuals within the business in a supportive surrounding that will provide you the opportunity to challenge your tax technical skills in a stimulating environment.

Responsibilities

• Support our Senior Directors/Managing Directors on VAT advisory projects, including M&A, due diligence and deal structuring (advisory role with focus on M&A)
• Contribute to pan‑European VAT and international supply chain projects
• Prepare practical, commercial VAT analyses using legislation and case law for a shared portfolio of clients
• Assist in advising clients on VAT aspects of transactions and structuring, as well as day-to-day management
• Participate in complex and high-stakes engagements to strengthen clients' VAT positions, including voluntary disclosures, tax audits, and administrative and judicial appeals before tax authorities and courts
• Advice on other indirect taxes, such as Transfer Tax, Stamp Duty, or local taxes, as well as customs and excise duties
• Draft and check work for accuracy before senior review, ensuring developing technical and commercial insight
• Help manage engagements, budgets and billing processes, maintaining day‑to‑day client contact
• Use technology tools and AI to support efficiently
• Ability to work in a dynamic and time sensitive environment

About Alvarez & Marsal

A&M is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. We take a hands‑on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact on our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.

What can we offer you?

• Leadership: Growing EMEA leadership team and high-quality colleagues to work with in a fun and collegiate environment.
• An inclusive and diverse surrounding where employees are able to bring their full self to work, to feel that they belong and give them a voice and to ensure that voice is heard.
• Career development: A&M is rapidly expanding. The opportunities for internal career progression as A&M Tax grows is visible.
• Technical development: We will support your continuing professional development within this tax team through work opportunities and coaching from our experienced senior team.
• Remuneration: A&M offers a competitive salary and an excellent and genuinely performance related bonus scheme where individuals’ contribution to the team’s success is identified during the year.
• Potential secondments to other A&M global offices.

Your Journey at A&M We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.

Culture & ValuesAt Alvarez & Marsal, our core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity guide everything we do, shaping a culture rooted in entrepreneurship, impact, and integrity. We trust our people to take ownership early, contribute to meaningful challenges, and drive results that matter. We empower growth and champion diverse perspectives. Above all, we value doing the right thing. For those ready to roll up their sleeves, lead with integrity, and be difference makers, this is where it starts.

Equal Opportunity EmployerIt is Alvarez & Marsal’s practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws. Employees and Applicants can find A&M policy statements and additional information by region here.