VAT Director

Clark Wood - Tax Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a VAT Director in London. The ideal candidate will lead VAT initiatives and manage a high-performing team, ensuring comprehensive advisory solutions. Candidates must have ACA/CTA qualifications and strong UK VAT expertise. This position offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health insurance

Pension plan

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience at Senior Management/Director level.
• Ability to analyze tax queries and provide robust advice.
• Experience managing a team for a varied client portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Lead VAT work and business development initiatives in London.
• Oversee complex VAT advisory projects for clients.
• Support the development of the VAT team and manage performance.

Skills

UK VAT technical skills

Project management

Team management

Education

ACA/CTA qualification

Job description

Overview

Exciting Opportunity for a VAT Director in London! Are you a seasoned VAT professional with a strategic vision and a passion for corporate tax? Do you have the leadership skills to drive a high-performing team and deliver exceptional tax solutions? If so, we have an exciting role for you!

Position: VAT Director
Location: London
Salary: Competitive + Comprehensive Benefits Package

Responsibilities

• Business Development
  • Opportunity to lead the development VAT work across the London office, focusing on business advisory and not-for-profit clients.
  • Work with the VAT senior team to ensure that the wider firm/London office is kept updated on technical VAT developments and opportunities for discussions with clients.
  • Involvement in relevant sectors to develop specific VAT input and involvement in wider business development initiatives.
• Technical
  • Leading on complex VAT advisory projects across corporate and not-for-profit clients.
  • Review advisory work prepared by the London and wider national team.
  • Oversee the London VAT team’s return compliance process, with potential for future improvements using technology.
• People
  • Serve as the line manager for the London VAT Manager group.
  • Support the development of VAT team members across the national team including technical and non-technical training.
  • Active involvement in management and development of VAT team nationally, reporting directly to the head of VAT.

Qualifications

• The role would suit an ACA/CTA qualified and have experience in a Senior Management/ Director level position.
• Strong UK VAT technical skills and familiarity with international VAT issues.
• Ability to analyse tax technical queries and provide robust advice and solutions.
• Project management skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise work and meet deadlines.
• Experience of managing a team, and helping to deliver a very high standard of professional work to a challenging and varied portfolio of clients.

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, pension plan, and more.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

How to Apply

If you\'re ready to take the next step in your career and make a significant impact in the field of corporate tax, our client would love to hear from you!

For further information on this role please contact Richard Clark at Clark Wood - [e-mail] / Mobile: [phone]