Indirect Tax Manager

Aston Martin; Lighthorne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer is looking for an Indirect Tax Manager to manage global VAT compliance and influence tax strategy. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in VAT, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work with senior stakeholders. This role offers diverse opportunities and the chance to implement change within a prestigious brand.

Benefits

Autonomy in designing processes

Global exposure with international stakeholders

Qualifications

• Technically strong VAT specialist with ownership of VAT compliance.
• Experience in indirect tax within a large accountancy practice or multinational environment.
• Deep understanding of VAT legislation and commitment to technical development.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of global VAT compliance obligations.
• Support process improvements and efficiencies through technology.
• Manage queries from tax authorities and advisors.

Skills

VAT expertise

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Professionally qualified (ACA, ACCA, CTA)

Tools

Tax technology tools (Alteryx)

Job description

Job Overview

Aston Martin is an iconic brand, synonymous with heritage, performance, and innovation. As we continue to grow and expand globally, our Tax team plays a crucial role in ensuring strong governance, compliance, and value creation across the business. The Indirect Tax Manager will take ownership of Aston Martin's global VAT compliance obligations, ensuring all returns are prepared and submitted accurately and on time. Acting as the primary point of contact for day‑to‑day operational queries, the role will provide clear guidance on indirect tax matters and play an important part in shaping decisions across the business.

Role Responsibilities

The position will also support the Senior Group Tax Manager on business initiatives, driving process improvements and introducing efficiencies through technology. In addition, the Indirect Tax Manager will develop and embed policies, procedures, and governance frameworks to strengthen the control environment and reduce risk.

The role involves regular interaction with tax authorities and advisors, managing queries effectively and limiting potential penalties. The Indirect Tax Manager will oversee the relationship with our EU VAT recovery partners, VATIT, while also developing and managing the VAT & Customs Analyst. With high visibility across the organisation, this position offers frequent opportunities to collaborate with senior stakeholders and influence business outcomes in a listed global environment.

Credential & Experience

We are looking for a technically strong VAT specialist with the confidence and determination to take ownership of a newly created role. The ideal candidate will be professionally qualified, ideally ACA, ACCA, or CTA, and have significant experience in indirect tax gained within either a large accountancy practice or a multinational corporate environment.

A deep understanding of VAT legislation and a genuine appetite for continued technical development are essential. Strong communication skills are equally important—the ability to explain complex issues clearly and persuasively to senior stakeholders, while constructively challenging and influencing decisions when required.

Success in this role calls for resilience, attention to detail, and excellent organisational skills to manage multiple priorities within strict deadlines. Strong Excel capability is essential, and experience with tax technology tools such as Alteryx would be an advantage. Most importantly, the successful candidate will bring the drive to implement change, build effective processes, and establish themselves as the go‑to expert on VAT within the business.

Benefits

• Autonomy and influence – the chance to design processes and controls that shape how VAT is managed across the business.
• Global exposure – opportunities to work with international tax authorities, advisors, and stakeholders across multiple markets.

Next Steps

If you are a VAT specialist looking to take the lead in a high‑profile, newly created role within a world‑class brand, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join Aston Martin and help drive the future of our global tax function.

Diversity & Inclusion

We understand that the incredible beauty, craft, and art that defines an Aston Martin comes from the inclusion of our amazing people. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs. We celebrate diversity and are seeking applicants who can bring something different. Please speak to us if there is anything you need to support making an application with us.

The post holder will be required to comply with all policies and procedures issued by and on behalf of Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd.