Associate Director - Indirect Tax

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A top 10 accountancy firm in London is seeking a Senior Manager for indirect tax advisory. The ideal candidate will have substantial VAT experience, strong business development skills, and a proactive approach to legislation changes. This leadership role offers competitive salary, bonuses, and a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Competitive Bonus & Benefits

Regular Salary Reviews

Flexible Hybrid Working

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in VAT advisory work, ideally with financial services knowledge.
• Strong knowledge of UK and international VAT regulations.
• Experience managing client relationships with high-quality service.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients for indirect tax.
• Lead indirect tax advisory projects ensuring compliance.
• Provide strategic advice on VAT and risk mitigation.

Skills

Business development skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Proven problem-solving skills

Education

CTA or legally qualified

Job description

Senior leadership position with a top 10 accountancy firm. Established path for career progression

About Our Client

This organisation is a well-established, large professional services provider with a strong presence in London. It is renowned for offering comprehensive tax advisory services to a diverse client base, alongside fostering a collaborative and professional environment.

Job Description

• Manage a portfolio of clients as the main point of contact for indirect tax, develop your portfolio to grow your base of profitable work.
• Develop a portfolio of businesses to target, using your business development skills to start new relationships and generate new work for indirect tax and other teams.
• Work with colleagues across the firm to contribute to proposals for new work and provide technical input to tax-wide projects.
• Contribute to the indirect tax leadership team with ideas on management, projects, strategy and focus.
• Lead and manage indirect tax advisory projects, ensuring quality and compliance with regulations.
• Provide strategic advice on VAT and other indirect tax matters to support clients' business objectives.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external clients to deliver tailored tax solutions.
• Identify opportunities for tax efficiency and risk mitigation within client operations.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Support the team with technical training and development in indirect tax matters.
• Keep abreast of changes in tax legislation and advise on their implications for clients.
• Contribute to business development initiatives by identifying new opportunities and supporting proposals.

The Successful Applicant

• The position would suit a current Manager or Associate Director with strong technical, business development and personal skills including an experienced manager seeking progression.
• The individual should have a strong interest in the technical side of VAT and should expect a high level of technical work commensurate with the role.
• Substantial experience in VAT advisory work, ideally including a good knowledge of financial services, funds industry or insurance VAT issues.
• CTA or legally qualified.
• Extensive experience in indirect tax advisory within the professional services industry.
• Strong knowledge of VAT and other indirect tax regulations in the UK and internationally.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver high-quality advisory services.
• Experience in leading projects and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• A proactive approach to staying updated on tax legislation and market trends.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Competitive Bonus & Benefits
• Regular Salary Reviews
• Flexible Hybrid Working