Tax Manager (VAT Advisory)

Job Title: Tax Manager (VAT Advisory) – 6-Month Contract
Location: London
Contract Type: 6 months, PAYE
Daily Rate: £300 – £500

Join a Global Leader in Innovation and E-Commerce
Are you a VAT expert seeking a high-impact role in a fast-paced, dynamic environment? This is an exciting opportunity to work with a global powerhouse in technology, e-commerce, and logistics. You will be part of a cutting-edge tax team that plays a crucial role in shaping VAT strategy across EMEA.

The Role
As a Tax Manager (VAT Advisory), you will provide VAT technical support across various business lines, ensuring compliance with evolving tax regulations. This is a pure advisory role, focusing on VAT governance, strategic tax planning, and supporting new business initiative\’s – no compliance work involved. Your expertise will help drive efficiency, automation, and best-in-class VAT operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide specialist VAT advisory support across EMEA, responding to VAT queries and shaping tax strategy.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure contractual and commercial VAT alignment.
• Research and assess new VAT legislation, advising on business impact.
• Partner with tax technology teams to enhance automation.
• Support high-profile projects involving VAT requirement documentation and operational improvements.

What You\’ll Gain

• Work on complex, high-profile VAT projects for a globally recognised company.
• Exposure to cutting-edge tax technology tools and automation processes.
• Collaborate with top-tier VAT professionals and industry leaders.
• Potential for contract extension based on performance and business needs.

About You
We\’re looking for a highly skilled VAT professional with a strategic mindset and the ability to navigate complex tax issues. The ideal candidate will have:

• 4-5 years of EU VAT advisory experience in a multinational company.
• 1-2 years experience in e-commerce, retail, or marketplace VAT issues.
• In-house VAT experience (1-2 years).
• Exceptional communication skills and a proactive, solution-focused approach.
• Experience with tax technology tools (advantageous but not required).