Consultant/Senior Consultant, Indirect Tax - Financial Services

The Indirect Tax Team has grown rapidly over the last 5 years and to continue that growth needs high calibre additional resource at Consultant level. Our team is regarded within the firm as one of the leading and most successful service lines, with a reputation for being proactive, entrepreneurial, successful and fun to work with. We reward our employees on merit and not time served. Working for us will present you with the opportunity to get involved with high profile clients and expand your horizons.

The Financial Services ("FS") Indirect Tax team sits within the Indirect Tax group and focuses on the key industries of Banking & Capital Markets, Investment Management, Insurance and Fintech. Team members have deep cross-FS industry knowledge and a wealth of experience in providing tailored and practical advice to clients on the application of VAT and IPT rules in relation to complex transactions and arrangements. Keeping abreast of all relevant Indirect Tax issues and developments that clients are most concerned with, the team also works closely with industry bodies as well as frequently dealing with HM Treasury and HM Revenue & Customs, acting on behalf of clients and in the course of consultations. Consistent with its clients' operations, the work is often global in nature and provides the chance to broaden knowledge and interact with the Deloitte global network regularly. Members will expect to work with all other people in the team, often reporting direct to Partners.

Working in the FS team will present any new member with the opportunity to become involved in challenging and interesting work, where innovation is welcomed and team spirit is vibrant and sociable. Your skill set will be enhanced with us as you work across our diverse team on projects ranging from global restructurings to tax model transformations or from dispute resolution/litigation to VAT process automations. As you are given the autonomy to establish your own contacts within a client and reach your own solutions your independence will be accelerated. It is up to you to take this independence and build your own network. Whilst autonomy is encouraged the team network will always be available when you need support and advice.

You will have responsibility for:

• Assisting with deepening relationships with target accounts, contributing to winning new work
• Leading existing client engagements, regularly reporting direct to a partner
• Assisting with developing less experienced staff with hands on advice and support
• Input into development of new market opportunities locally, nationally and internationally with an opportunity to lead the market development of the new ideas
• Contributing to enhancement of relationships with all targets and clients
• Working closely with colleagues in other parts of the firm
• Having a broader perspective of potential issues encountered when managing diverse teams and the strategies to overcome them; having a clear understanding of the firm’s commitment to creating a more inclusive culture.

Prior Financial Services VAT experience gained within industry, professional services or HMRC. Excellent client facing, relationship building and business development skills, coupled with commercial awareness. The ability to be proactive, identify opportunities and take early responsibility within Financial Services VAT.

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Our comprehensive range of services encompasses everything from the completion of tax returns (corporation tax self-assessment) to complex consultancy assignments and strategic tax planning. We advise on corporate and general tax, international M&A, stamp tax, cross-border transfer pricing, reorganisations and reconstructions, and competent authority negotiations.

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At Deloitte we work with some of the world’s biggest and most prestigious businesses, because we’re recognised for our expertise and insight. Every challenge, issue or opportunity has tax considerations – and so we give insightful and proactive advice to help clients navigate risk, complexity, and business-critical decisions.

You’ll be based in one of our UK locations with hybrid working. At Deloitte we understand the importance of balancing your career alongside your home life. That’s why we’ll support you to work flexibly through our hybrid working policy. Depending on the requirements of your role, you’ll have the opportunity to work in your local office, virtual collaboration spaces, client sites and remotely. You’ll get the chance to meet face to face when needed, while you collaborate and learn from colleagues, share your experiences, and build the relationships that will fuel your career and prioritise your wellbeing.

Are you looking to return to the workplace after an extended career break? For this role we can offer coaching and support designed for returners to refresh your knowledge and skills, and help your transition back into the workplace after a career break of two years or more.

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A career at Deloitte is an opportunity to develop in any direction you choose. Join us and you’ll experience a purpose you can believe in and an impact you can see. You’ll be free to bring your true self to work every day. And you’ll never stop growing, whatever your level.