VAT Manager

Ambition Europe Limited; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career progression

Job summary

Ambition Europe Limited is seeking an experienced VAT Manager to lead complex advisory projects, advise a diverse client portfolio, and help grow the indirect tax practice. You'll manage your own portfolio, develop client relationships, and mentor junior team members.

The role combines technical VAT advisory, project leadership, and business development, offering hybrid working and clear progression. You will stay current with VAT changes and contribute to client focused solutions across sectors.

Qualifications

• Strong VAT advisory experience within practice.
• Experience advising a broad range of clients on complex indirect tax matters.
• Excellent technical VAT knowledge and commercial awareness.
• Experience managing client relationships and delivering projects.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Business development experience or willingness to win work.
• Experience supporting and developing junior team members.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical VAT advice across a broad range of VAT and indirect tax matters.
• Manage complex VAT projects from inception through to completion.
• Handle HMRC disputes and investigations as required.
• Advise on VAT implications of acquisitions, disposals, restructurings, and other significant transactions.
• Build client relationships and identify opportunities for additional services.
• Support business development and thought leadership initiatives.
• Develop and lead teams; coach junior members and contribute to appraisals and workload management.
• Stay ahead of VAT developments and share insights with clients and colleagues.

Skills

VAT advisory

Client management

Technical VAT

Business development

Team leadership

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Project management

Job description

VAT Manager

Are you an experienced VAT professional looking for a role where you can work on complex advisory projects, build strong client relationships, and play a key role in the growth of a successful indirect tax team?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly collaborative practice, advising a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from owner-managed businesses to large corporates and multinational groups. You'll be given the autonomy to manage your own portfolio, contribute to business development initiatives, and support the development of junior team members while progressing your own career.

The Opportunity

As a VAT Manager, you'll provide high-quality, commercially focused VAT and indirect tax advice across a broad range of sectors and technical areas. You'll work closely with clients and colleagues to deliver practical solutions to complex issues while helping to drive the continued growth of the indirect tax offering.

This role combines technical advisory work, client relationship management, team leadership, and business development, making it ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their VAT career.

What You'll Be Doing

Deliver Technical VAT Advice

You'll provide practical and commercially focused advice on a wide range of VAT and indirect tax matters, supporting clients from owner-managed businesses through to large multinational organisations.

Manage Complex Projects

You'll oversee VAT projects from inception through to completion, ensuring work is delivered efficiently, on time, and within budget.

Handle HMRC Disputes and Investigations

You'll support clients through HMRC enquiries, alternative dispute resolution processes, and tribunal matters where required.

Advise on Transactions

You'll assist clients with the VAT implications of acquisitions, disposals, restructurings, and other significant transactions.

Build Client Relationships

You'll develop trusted relationships with clients and external intermediaries, identifying opportunities to provide additional services and broaden client engagement.

Support Business Development

You'll contribute to marketing and business development initiatives, help generate new opportunities, and raise your profile within the indirect tax market. This may include producing technical content, articles, and thought leadership pieces.

Develop and Lead Teams

You'll support, coach, and mentor junior team members, reviewing their work and providing constructive feedback. You'll also contribute to team management responsibilities, including appraisals, workflow management, and billing.

Stay Ahead of Technical Developments

You'll keep up to date with changes in VAT legislation and case law, sharing relevant insights with both clients and colleagues.

What We're Looking For

You'll ideally have:

• Strong VAT advisory experience gained within practice.
• Experience advising a broad range of clients on complex indirect tax matters.
• Excellent technical VAT knowledge and commercial awareness.
• Experience managing client relationships and delivering projects.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Business development experience or a desire to become more involved in winning work.
• Experience supporting and developing junior team members.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Generous annual leave allowance with the option to buy or sell additional days.
• Structured career progression and succession planning.
• Employee recognition and reward programmes.
• Private wellbeing and employee assistance support.
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment focused on long-term career growth.

This opportunity would suit an ambitious VAT Manager who enjoys a mix of technical advisory work, client-facing responsibility, and team leadership, and is looking to join a growing indirect tax practice with strong progression prospects.