This opportunity is only open to applicants who are currently 'Priority Movers'. Applications from individuals not currently on the Priority Mover list will be rejected and not considered.
Our Air Departure Tax (ADT) team in Revenue Scotland will deliver the compliance function for Scotland’s newest devolved tax. Air Departure Tax will become operational from April 2027 and this is your opportunity to join a new team that will build our relationships with industry and undertake a range of interventions to ensure compliance across the industry. We are a small team within Revenue Scotland with responsibility for the integrity of the new tax through a combination of risk-based compliance activities, and the development and implementation of changes to tax policy, processes and guidance. We work closely with other teams across Revenue Scotland and the Scottish Government policy team.
This role offers the opportunity to:
- Engage with the airlines, aircraft operators and other industry representatives including carrying out site and systems inspections
- Develop risk profiles and analyse those risks
- Use a range of formal powers and other influencing approaches to ensure the correct tax is paid.
You will manage your own caseload, use your analytical skills and contribute to continuous improvement in how we conduct our tax compliance activities.
This role requires a self-motivated individual with a keen interest in compliance and excellent communication skills, with an ability to build working relationships with taxpayers and stakeholders. You don’t need to have a background in tax. We will support you to develop that knowledge.
It is envisaged that the responsibilities of the role may be expanded in future to include other devolved taxes.
The role may require you to represent Revenue Scotland as a witness at tribunal.
Responsibilities
- Engage and work with taxpayers, industry representatives and broader stakeholders to ensure compliance with tax obligations
- Lead and manage your own compliance work and projects
- Identify tax risks through risk assessment, data analysis, site visits and compliance meetings
- Provide accurate and timely technical advice and support to internal and external stakeholders,
- Development and implementation of changes to tax policy, processes and guidance
- Pro-active identification and implementation of continuous improvement including streamlining processes
- Contribute to the design and delivery of training modules
- Lead & manage teams and provide direction and motivation
- Communicate and collaborate across boundaries
- Be able to fulfil the travel requirements of the role. Where a full driving licence is not currently held, the successful candidate will be expected to obtain one at their own expense.
Qualifications
Working pattern
This role is a permanent level transfer position.
How to Apply
Applications for this position will only be accepted from substantive B2 employees.
Please submit a statement outlining your suitability for the role, relevant skills and experience, and what you would bring to the team (maximum 500 words).
Vacancy closes at 11:59pm.
Selection Process
All applications will be invited to an informal discussion with the hiring manager.
Informal discussions are to be confirmed.
Further Information
If you have specific questions about the role, please contact Jayne.riddell@revenue.scot
Read our Candidate Guide for further information on our recruitment and application processes.
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