VAT Director

Overview

As VAT Director, you will lead the indirect tax practice within a growing professional services firm. You’ll steer high‑quality VAT advisory and compliance work across diverse clients while shaping the national VAT offering. The role combines client leadership, team development, and cross‑service collaboration to support ambitious growth and strategic transformation. You’ll work with senior stakeholders to drive business development and ensure technical excellence in a dynamic environment.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Clear progression path including partner potential
• Senior leadership role with autonomy
• Collaborative and supportive environment

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of VAT advisory and compliance services
• Act as trusted advisor to a broad client portfolio across sectors
• Manage and develop client relationships, identifying growth opportunities
• Advise on complex VAT matters including structuring, international VAT, and risk management
• Support business development and contribute to winning new work
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing VAT team
• Collaborate with other service lines to provide integrated solutions
• Ensure technical excellence and stay updated with legislative changes

Key requirements

• Qualified professional with CTA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent
• Significant senior level VAT/indirect tax experience (Senior Manager/Director)
• Strong UK VAT technical knowledge; international exposure advantageous
• Proven ability to manage complex client engagements
• Track record of business development and long-term client relationships
• Strong leadership and team development能力
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

• Leadership and people development
• Stakeholder management
• Communication and relationship building
• UK VAT technical expertise
• International VAT exposure (advantageous)
• VAT advisory and compliance

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