Tax Manager

Change Recruitment; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for career growth and development

Flexible working model

Job summary

A leading independent advisory firm in Scotland is looking for a skilled VAT Manager to join their tax team. This role offers the chance to lead complex VAT projects and manage client relationships while contributing to a supportive culture. Applicants should have strong expertise in VAT compliance and advisory work, with opportunities for career growth in a flexible hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• Strong technical expertise in VAT compliance and advisory work.
• Proven experience managing client relationships and delivering high-quality service.
• Leadership and coaching experience within a tax environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of complex VAT advisory projects across various sectors.
• Provide technical guidance on VAT compliance and planning.
• Manage client relationships and deliver exceptional service.

Skills

Technical expertise in VAT compliance

Client relationship management

Leadership and coaching

Education

Professional qualifications (ATT, CTA, CA)

Job description

Managing Consultant @ Change Recruitment | Recruiting Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance | DE&I Champion

VAT Manager (Compliance & Advisory)

Location: Scotland (Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness) | Flexible Hybrid Working

Employment Type: Full-time

Are you an experienced VAT professional looking for your next challenge? Our client, a leading independent advisory firm, is seeking a VAT Manager to join their growing tax team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex and high-value projects while contributing to a collaborative and supportive culture.

What You’ll Do

• Lead delivery of complex VAT advisory projects across areas such as land & property, international transactions, partial exemption, and due diligence.
• Provide technical guidance on VAT compliance, planning, and structuring.
• Review and oversee VAT compliance work for a diverse client portfolio.
• Identify and pursue business development opportunities.
• Manage client relationships and deliver exceptional service.
• Coach and develop junior team members.
• Drive process improvements and contribute to a positive team culture.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong technical expertise in VAT compliance and advisory work.
• Proven experience managing client relationships and delivering high-quality service.
• Leadership and coaching experience within a tax environment.
• Professional qualifications (ATT, CTA, CA) are desirable but not essential if you have relevant experience.

Why Join?

• Work with one of the largest tax teams outside the Big Four in Scotland.
• Opportunity for career growth and development.
• Flexible, dynamic working model – office, home, or hybrid.
• Be part of a globally connected network offering international exposure.

Interested? Apply Now or contact Samantha Milligan to discuss further.