WHAT YOUR DAYS WILL LOOK LIKE:

• Advising companies, lenders and other stakeholders on the VAT implications of complex restructuring and transactional processes including carve outs and demergers;
• Liaising with HMRC on a wide range of technical and compliance queries;
• Responding to day-to-day VAT queries and developing opportunities from the internal business units;
• Preparing VAT reports and other deliverables and advising on the submission of appropriate returns or other documentation to tax authorities;
• Supporting the business development activities of the team (you will have a broad scope to build relationships both internally and externally);
• Contributing to the technical development of the dedicated junior members of the indirect taxes team and wider team through design and delivery of training.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our Deals ITX team specializes in providing tax advice on indirect tax implications of transactions such as share and asset acquisitions, disposals, refinancing, IPOs, carve-outs, and supply chain restructurings. We lead on some of the UK’s largest and most complex transactions, including significant international carve-outs and separations. The team is known for its variety of work and supportive environment. We are seeking a VAT specialist at the senior manager level to enhance our UK and international transactions capability. This advisory role spans various business sectors and offers a technically interesting and personally rewarding opportunity.

THIS ROLE IS FOR YOU IF:

• Must possess a Chartered Tax Advisor (ATT, CTA) or equivalent professional qualification.
• Strong UK VAT technical skills;
• Strong emotional intelligence, communication, team playing and project management skills
• The ability to perform strongly and communicate succinctly with empathy under pressure.