What You’ll Be Doing<\/span><\/h5>· Take ownership of a complex portfolio of international VAT compliance clients, acting as the primary senior contact.<\/span><\/p>· Build and maintain strong, long‑term client relationships, demonstrating a deep understanding of clients’ business models and VAT risk areas.<\/span><\/p>· Provide proactive VAT compliance guidance to clients, including advising on technical or operational issues impacting filings.<\/span><\/p>· Liaise directly with overseas agents and tax authorities, managing queries, audits, and escalations as required.<\/span><\/p>· Review and sign off VAT workings and returns prepared by other team members, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with local legislation.<\/span><\/p>· Analyse financial data, invoices, and import/export documentation to identify risks, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement.<\/span><\/p>· Calculate VAT liabilities and refunds for complex filing periods and clearly communicate outcomes to clients.<\/span><\/p>· Ensure all filings are submitted accurately and on time in line with statutory deadlines and contractual obligations.<\/span><\/p>· Keep abreast of international VAT developments and assess their impact on client portfolios and team processes.<\/span><\/p>· Support, mentor, and provide technical guidance to junior and mid‑level team members.<\/span><\/p>· Review work performed by others, providing constructive feedback to support development and maintain quality standards.<\/span><\/p>· Act as a point of escalation for technical or operational issues within the team.<\/span><\/p>· Monitor deadlines, scope, and workflow using internal trackers, ensuring accurate and up‑to‑date reporting for management.<\/span><\/p>· Contribute to process improvements, standardisation initiatives, and internal projects aimed at enhancing efficiency and service quality.<\/span><\/p>· Support Client Managers and senior leadership with ad‑hoc projects, complex client matters, and strategic initiatives.<\/span><\/p>· Draft high‑quality client communications, including technical explanations and responses to complex queries.<\/span><\/p>What We’re Looking For<\/b><\/span><\/h5>· Significant experience in a client‑facing VAT compliance role.<\/span><\/p>· Strong experience of international VAT compliance (UK and EU essential; wider jurisdictions advantageous).<\/span><\/p>· Proven ability to manage complex client portfolios and competing deadlines.<\/span><\/p>· Strong technical VAT knowledge with the ability to apply legislation pragmatically.<\/span><\/p>· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence dealing with senior client stakeholders and tax authorities.<\/span><\/p>· Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail and professional judgement.<\/span><\/p>· Experience reviewing work prepared by others and supporting team development.<\/span><\/p>· Competent use of the MS Office suite, with intermediate skills in Excel, Word and Outlook.<\/span><\/p>· Proficiency in a second European language (desirable).<\/span><\/p>What You’ll Bring<\/span><\/h5>· Strong team player who is organised, flexible and able to work well under pressure.<\/span><\/p>· Acts as a role model within the team, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and sound ethical judgement.<\/span><\/p>· Highly organised, resilient, and able to perform effectively under pressure.<\/span><\/p>· Approachable and collaborative, fostering trust with clients and colleagues.<\/span><\/p>· Proactive and self‑motivated, with the confidence to take ownership and use initiative.<\/span><\/p>· Adaptable, with the ability to understand and respond to a range of client needs and cultural perspectives.<\/span><\/p>· Committed to continuous learning and actively contributes to a culture of knowledge sharing, openness, and constructive feedback.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/span>
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