VAT Director, UK & EMEA Advisory (Hybrid)

CBRE, Inc.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Part time

Job summary

CBRE Advisory seeks an experienced VAT Director for London with hybrid working. The role covers strategic indirect tax advisory across UK and EMEA, including VAT planning, audits, and cross-functional collaboration with finance, legal and operations. In-house experience and senior stakeholder influence are essential.

The position offers flexible hours (part-time or full-time) with a strong emphasis on delivering practical, commercially oriented tax solutions within a large corporate environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience advising on complex UK VAT matters.
• Track record influencing senior non-tax stakeholders.
• In-house or large-corporate environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic indirect tax advice across UK and EMEA.
• Collaborate with finance, legal and operations to align tax strategies with business objectives.
• Oversee VAT reclaim processes and audits with HMRC and other authorities.
• Lead training and knowledge sharing on VAT and indirect taxes.

Skills

VAT expertise

Senior stakeholder engagement

In-house experience

Commercial/practical advisory

Communication

Education

ACA, ATT, CTA or equivalent

Tools

ERP/tax engine implementations

Tax technology / MTD readiness

Job description

CBRE Advisory seeks an experienced VAT Director for London with hybrid working. The role covers strategic indirect tax advisory across UK and EMEA, including VAT planning, audits, and cross-functional collaboration with finance, legal and operations. In-house experience and senior stakeholder influence are essential.

The position offers flexible hours (part-time or full-time) with a strong emphasis on delivering practical, commercially oriented tax solutions within a large corporate environment.