Indirect Tax Manager (In-House)

EA First; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

EA First is recruiting an Indirect Tax Manager for a leading retail brand in London. The role involves overseeing VAT compliance and reporting, managing a team, and driving improvements in tax processes. The position supports a flexible working environment with comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Enhanced pension

Generous holiday allowance

Employee wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Strong background in indirect tax from practice or industry.
• Experience in retail highly desirable.
• Technically updated on complex tax issues.

Responsibilities

• Oversee VAT compliance and reporting across UK and Ireland.
• Lead and develop a small team of Tax Accountants.
• Partner with finance and operations to support commercial decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Influence

Compliance

Process Improvement

Education

Degree in Finance or related

Tools

SAP

Excel

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EA First is delighted to be partnering with a leading UK household name within the retail sector to recruit a newly created Indirect Tax Manager position. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a high-impact role within a well-established business that continues to innovate and evolve in today's market.

With a national presence and a collaborative culture rooted in continuous improvement, this organisation offers not only a stable and rewarding career path but a flexible and inclusive working environment.

An industry leader,, this business combines decades of experience with a fresh, forward-thinking mindset. Focused on innovation, digital transformation, and empowering employees, they're shaping the future, while creating exciting career opportunities along the way.

Sitting at the heart of the Tax team, the Indirect Tax Manager will play a pivotal role in leading compliance and reporting for VAT and other indirect taxes across UK and Irish operations. This is a varied and business-facing role with scope to shape processes, influence decision-making, and work across major retail projects.

You'll report directly to the Head of Tax and lead a small team of tax professionals. Your expertise will ensure robust compliance, mitigate tax risk, and enhance the efficiency of the business's indirect tax position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee VAT compliance and reporting across UK, Ireland, and the Channel Islands
• Manage a team of Tax Accountants, including mentoring and development
• Act as the go-to advisor for all indirect tax matters across the business
• Partner with finance and operational teams to support commercial decision-making
• Drive improvements across tax systems and processes
• Work closely with IT to ensure the integrity of tax data within financial systems
• Manage indirect tax audits and liaise with tax authorities
• Monitor regulatory and legislative changes, providing proactive business advice

About You:

• A strong background in indirect tax gained in practice or industry
• Experience working in or with retail businesses is highly desirable
• Proven ability to lead, influence, and engage across functions
• Technically up to date and confident in handling complex tax issues
• Hands-on experience with SAP and Excel
• Able to work independently with sound commercial judgement
• A change driver who is passionate about process improvement and compliance

What's on Offer:

• Comprehensive benefits including private medical cover, enhanced pension, generous holiday allowance, and employee wellbeing support
• Hybrid working model with only 2 days a week required in the office
• A truly inclusive environment where diversity and wellbeing are priorities
• An opportunity to work in a business that genuinely values its people and supports career growth

EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance

• Industries

  Retail

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