Group Tax Manager (Indirect Tax Background)
London - Hybrid
3 days in the office each week
Suitable as a first move in-house
We are seeking a Group Tax Manager to join a client's in‑house tax function. This role is ideally suited to a candidate currently working in accountancy practice, with a strong VAT compliance background, who is looking to make their first move in‑house and broaden their experience across direct tax and advisory work.
The role offers a genuine opportunity to step away from a purely VAT-focused position and gain exposure to other areas of tax.
Key Responsibilities
VAT & Indirect Tax
* Ownership of the Group’s VAT compliance obligations, including VAT returns, reconciliations and HMRC interactions
* Advising the business on VAT treatment of transactions, new initiatives and structural changes
* Monitoring VAT legislation and ensuring continued compliance as the business evolves
Direct Tax Exposure
* Supporting corporation tax compliance and reporting, working closely with advisors and internal stakeholders
* Assisting with tax provisions, forecasts and year-end reporting
* Gaining hands-on experience across UK direct tax matters as part of a broad in‑house role
Advisory & Commercial Work
* Providing tax input into commercial projects, transactions and operational decisions
* Supporting ad-hoc tax advisory projects, including structuring and business change initiatives
* Acting as a trusted point of contact for finance and wider business teams on tax-related matters
Stakeholder Management
* Liaising with external advisors and managing deliverables and timelines
* Building strong relationships with finance, legal and operational teams
* Contributing to the ongoing development and improvement of in‑house tax processes
This role would suit a candidate who:
* Has a strong VAT / indirect tax compliance background
* Is looking to move in‑house for the first time
* Is motivated by gaining broader exposure across direct tax and tax advisory work