VAT Assistant Manager – London

Brewer Morris; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm is seeking an Assistant Manager to join its Indirect Tax Services team in London. The role involves managing a diverse client portfolio and addressing complex VAT challenges. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in advising on VAT matters and possess excellent relationship-building skills. This position offers dynamic opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of advising clients on complex VAT matters.
• Motivated and proactive professional.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients.
• Support financial management of client engagements.
• Design strategies for VAT and indirect tax issues.

Skills

Relationship-building skills

Project management abilities

Communication of complex concepts

Commercial mindset

Job description

About the Role

A leading professional services firm is seeking an Assistant Manager to join its Indirect Tax Services team. The role involves working with a diverse portfolio of clients, including FTSE 100 companies, multinational corporations, and overseas-parented groups. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing and successful team.

The work is consulting-focused and highly varied, with little routine. Projects range from developing bespoke solutions to complex tax challenges, to collaborating with other specialist teams, and advising UK-based clients on international VAT obligations. The mid-tier of the indirect tax practice offers a dynamic environment with broad exposure and opportunities for professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively manage a portfolio of clients, reporting to Managers and senior leadership.
• Support the financial management of client engagements.
• Contribute to the development of both personal and team technical expertise.
• Design and implement strategies to address complex VAT and indirect tax issues.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a proven track record of advising clients across various sectors on complex VAT matters.
• Be a motivated and proactive professional with strong relationship-building skills.
• Be capable of simplifying and clearly communicating complex technical concepts.
• Thrive in an environment that encourages career development through diverse and challenging work.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and project management abilities.
• Bring a commercial mindset and a client-focused approach to their work.

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