VAT Associate Director - Lead & Grow Client VAT (Hybrid)

SW Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tax professional firm in Manchester is looking for an Associate Director to join their VAT Tax Team. In this role, you will manage client relationships, provide staff training, develop business opportunities, and ensure compliance with relevant guidelines. Successful candidates will have significant VAT experience in a professional services context, strong people management skills, and a proven ability in business development. A competitive salary and hybrid working model are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Pension contribution

Generous holiday package

Cycle to work scheme

Fully funded training towards professional qualifications

Shared parental leave

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage complex client work.
• Experience of managing people and client relationships.
• Strong appetite for business development.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted adviser to clients.
• Provide staff development and on-the-job training.
• Engage in practice development and business opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC guidance.

Skills

VAT experience in professional services

Managing complex client work

People management

Business development skills

Dealing with senior stakeholders

Education

Chartered tax advisor (CTA) or international equivalent

Job description

A leading tax professional firm in Manchester is looking for an Associate Director to join their VAT Tax Team. In this role, you will manage client relationships, provide staff training, develop business opportunities, and ensure compliance with relevant guidelines. Successful candidates will have significant VAT experience in a professional services context, strong people management skills, and a proven ability in business development. A competitive salary and hybrid working model are offered.