Indirect Tax Senior Manager

Summary 79,200
* up to 106,700
* per annum | 35 days holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount

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• Responsible for the management and development of a team of three.
• Comprehensive coordination and oversight of VAT and indirect tax compliance.
• Act as the interface between Tax GB and Tax International for VAT‑related queries and reporting.
• Coordinate and submit all UK VAT returns and related supplementary declarations, ensuring consistency and compliance with current legislation.
• Process topics related to VAT financial systems and ensure data integrity.
• Provide a holistic view of results and carry out special analysis related to indirect tax liabilities and opportunities.
• Support cross‑departmental projects with VAT implications (e.g., new systems, business streams, acquisitions).
• Identify improvement potential and develop appropriate measures jointly with other business departments to streamline VAT processes.
• Liaise and build relationships with various internal and external stakeholders, including HMRC, tax advisors, and Tax International.
• Ensure process compliance and future‑proof developments in the VAT area.

• Previous experience in a dedicated VAT or indirect tax management role.
• Previous experience managing and developing a team.
• CTA qualified.
• Ability to understand complex tax legislation and business scenarios, and analyse them in detail.
• Proven leadership and excellent people skills with a commitment to maintaining an established and positive team culture.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and to deliver accurate results.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in partnering with stakeholders.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint (or Google equivalents).
• Working knowledge of relevant financial/tax systems (e.g., SAP FI).
• Self‑motivated and proactive with a can‑do attitude and the ability to work on projects and solve problems independently.

• 35 days holiday (pro rata)
• 10% in‑store discount
• Sabbatical
• Enhanced family leave
• Pension scheme
• Company car or car allowance and more of the perks you deserve

* Includes an additional 10% non-contractual London Weighting. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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