VAT Advisory Manager/Associate Director

Your new company
This is your chance to join one of the UK's most respected accountancy and advisory firms - a powerhouse behind Britain's most ambitious businesses, public sector and not-for-profit organisations.
Their Tax team is bold, collaborative, and always evolving. If you're ready to stretch your skills and make an impact, this is the place to do it.

Your new role
As a VAT Advisory Manager or Associate Director, you'll be at the forefront of delivering strategic VAT advice to a diverse client base. You'll lead high-value projects, shape client strategy, and drive business growth - all while mentoring a talented team and collaborating across the national and international network.What you'll be doing:

* Leading end-to-end delivery of complex advisory projects.
* Managing a portfolio of clients with full commercial oversight.
* Proactive involvement in proposals, pitches, and relationship building.
* Coaching and developing junior team members, fostering a high-performance culture.
* Staying ahead of the curve on VAT legislation and market trends.

This role is based in the Midlands, with flexible hybrid working options.

What you'll need to succeed
You're a VAT specialist with a sharp commercial mind and a passion for client service. You thrive in fast-paced environments, love solving problems, and know how to lead from the front.

What you'll get in return
We reward talent - and we mean it. Depending on your experience, you can expect a salary between £65,000 and £90,000, plus a benefits package designed to support your lifestyle and ambitions:

* Performance-based bonus scheme.
* Generous pension contributions.
* Private medical insurance and life assurance.
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays - with options to buy or sell.
* Agile working and state-of-the-art collaboration spaces.
* Structured career development and mentoring programmes.
* Opportunities to work on high-profile, international projects.

We celebrate individuality, invest in your growth, and give you the freedom to shape your career your way.
If you're ready to take your VAT career to the next level - with real autonomy, exciting clients, and a team that backs you all the way - apply now.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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