Indirect Tax
The division provides VAT, Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, Personal Tax, Global Mobility and Employment Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients and prides itself on the quality of service, high degree of professionalism and personal approach that is offered to each and every client.
The division has a growing number of Corporate Clients, with the team regularly involved in a number of transactional pieces of advisory work, across a variety of sectors and covering a variety of taxation issues. These can impact both the company and individuals, for example demergers, restructuring, acquisitions and disposals.
Responsibilities
The primary role will be to provide advice to clients and other departments within the firm on VAT and other indirect taxes (eg Insurance Premium Tax). Duties and responsibilities will include, among others:
- Preparation and filing of VAT registration applications and VAT returns
- Liaising with clients in writing, by phone and in face-to-face meetings (together with other members of the Indirect Tax team) to obtain key relevant facts and information
- Liaising with HM Revenue and Customs, barristers and clients’ legal advisers in respect of clients’ Indirect Tax affairs
- Reviewing Indirect Tax law, court judgments and HMRC guidance as well as clients’ financial accounts, legal agreements, contracts, marketing material and tax advisory reports (from other advisers) and identifying / extracting the key relevant points
- Drafting emails, letters and reports advising clients in respect of Indirect Tax issues / opportunities
Person Specification
- Minimum of a 2.2 degree, attained or expected in a Law
- Minimum of 112 UCAS points (2017 tariff), from three A Levels A-C (excluding general studies), or equivalent.
- Minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 9 – 6 or A* - B (including Maths and English Language) or equivalent
Personal Attributes
- Inquisitive
- Listens and absorbs information
- Clear and concise communicator
- Distils information from numerous sources to identify key points
- Effective written communicator
- Proficient with MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
- Takes responsibility and completes tasks on time
- Attention to detail and completes written work to a high standard
- Uses initiative to increase efficiency
- Works well as part of a team and keep others informed of progress
- Able to cope with the pressure of high and varying workloads
- Keen to develop own potential and willing to take advice
- Drive, personal effectiveness and resilience
- Flexible in approach to work and willing to learn new skills
- Focusses on the task at hand
- Quick learner
Tax Associate (ATT) – Indirect Tax - September 2026 - London employer: PKF Littlejohn
PKF Littlejohn LLP is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and dynamic work culture, particularly within its expanding VAT team. With a strong emphasis on professional development, employees are encouraged to pursue training opportunities and take on leadership roles, ensuring a clear path for career progression. Located in a vibrant area, the firm offers a collaborative environment where innovative thinking is valued, making it an ideal place for ambitious professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
