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VAT Manager

£50k - £65k per annum
Full-time

VAT Manager
Top 15 Firm
Leeds / Manchester / Edinburgh

We are working with a leading Top 10 Firm seeking to appoint an experienced VAT Director to join its Indirect Tax team.

This is a high-impact, client-facing leadership role offering a clear pathway to Partner, within a firm known for its collaborative culture and strong growth ambitions.

The role sits within a well-established national VAT practice, advising a diverse portfolio of corporate and not-for-profit clients, including large UK groups, international businesses, and high-profile landed estates.

About the Role
  • Lead complex VAT advisory projects across corporate and not-for-profit clients, including UK and international matters
  • Drive business development activity in the London office, identifying opportunities and increasing VAT's visibility across service lines
  • Oversee VAT compliance processes and ensure high-quality delivery, with a focus on continuous improvement and use of technology
  • Manage and develop the London VAT team, while contributing to the wider national VAT strategy and training initiatives


Why Work Here?

  • Clear and achievable pathway to Partner within a growing Top 10 firm
  • Opportunity to shape and lead VAT growth in a key London market, with strong internal support for business development
  • Work with a high-quality and diverse client base, including FTSE-listed groups and complex landed estates
  • Join a collaborative national VAT team with strong leadership and cross-service line integration


What We Are Looking For

  • ACA/CTA qualified with proven experience operating at Senior Manager or Director level within VAT
  • Strong UK VAT technical expertise, with exposure to international VAT issues
  • Demonstrated ability to build and manage client relationships, with a commercial and growth-oriented mindset
  • Experience leading teams, mentoring staff, and delivering high-quality advisory work in a professional services environment


Interested in learning more?
For a confidential discussion or to explore how this opportunity could align with your career goals, contact Victoria Walker on 0161 5297 10 or View email address on pro-recruitment.co.uk

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