VAT Manager

Royal London; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal London is seeking a skilled VAT Manager for their Group Tax team, located in London or Alderley Edge. The successful candidate will provide specialist VAT advice, mentor a team, and engage with various stakeholders, ensuring compliance with UK tax legislation while displaying strong analytical and leadership skills.

Benefits

28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Up to 14% employer matching pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of UK indirect tax legislation relevant to insurance companies and/or asset management.
• Experience with VAT partial exemption principles.
• Strong IT skills, especially in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for stakeholders within the Royal London Group.
• Coordinate teams in preparing, reviewing, and submitting indirect tax returns.
• Monitor changes to VAT and indirect tax legislation affecting the Group.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified accountant

Qualified tax professional

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

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Working style: Hybrid 50% home/office based

This newly created position is seeking an experienced and skilled VAT Manager to join our Group Tax team in either our London or Alderley Edge offices.

As a VAT Manager, you will support senior management within Group Tax by acting as a primary contact in the provision of specialist VAT advice and analysis to the Royal London Group. The role involves significant interactions with the investment management business, finance teams, external advisors, and tax authorities. You will also provide leadership and mentoring to a small team of tax specialists and assistants.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in indirect tax advisory and compliance roles, be detail-oriented, and possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to our company's success.

About the role

1. Serve as the primary contact for stakeholders within the Royal London Group, such as senior management, boards, committees, tax authorities, third parties, and external bodies, responding to queries and providing indirect tax advice.
2. Coordinate internal teams and external advisors in preparing, reviewing, and submitting indirect tax returns for Group Companies and investment funds.
3. Provide indirect tax advice, transaction support, and lead post-deal implementation actions on fund launches, M&A activities, and property transactions.
4. Monitor and stay informed about changes to VAT and indirect tax legislation affecting the Group, advising on appropriate actions.
5. Assist senior tax management in representing RLG's views at consultation meetings and industry groups.
6. Collaborate with tax colleagues to follow guidelines and procedures, improve processes, mitigate risks, and add value.

About you

1. Qualified accountant and/or qualified tax professional.
2. Deep knowledge and experience of UK indirect tax legislation relevant to insurance companies and/or asset management businesses.
3. Understanding of VAT partial exemption principles and the implementation of partial exemption methods.
4. Ability to challenge procedures/controls, identify risks, and escalate issues to the Head of Tax and other relevant parties.
5. Strong IT skills, especially in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
6. Ability to build strong relationships with colleagues and senior managers across Finance and the wider business.

About Royal London

We’re the UK’s largest mutual life, pensions, and investment company, offering protection, long-term savings, and asset management products and services.

Our commitment to our colleagues is to work in an inclusive, responsible, enjoyable, and fulfilling environment. This is supported by our Spirit of Royal London values: Empowered, Trustworthy, Collaborate, Achieve.

We offer excellent workplace benefits, including 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, up to 14% employer matching pension scheme, and private medical insurance. You can see all our benefits here -

Inclusion, diversity, and belonging

We celebrate and value diverse backgrounds and cultures at Royal London. Our diverse team and perspectives provide a range of skills that are recognized and respected, regardless of background.