Indirect Tax Manager/ Senior Manager - Birmingham
Indirect Tax Manager / Senior Manager
Our VAT professionals help clients identify opportunities and mitigate indirect tax risks. They leverage deep sector experience and knowledge of legal and regulatory systems worldwide to assist clients in meeting compliance obligations and achieving business goals.
The opportunity
Our Indirect Tax professionals offer pragmatic commercial advice to improve clients' day-to-day indirect tax reporting. This includes enhancing working capital, reducing errors and costs, and ensuring correct handling of indirect taxes such as VAT or GST. They advise on how indirect taxes impact supply chains and financial systems.
We seek a highly experienced Manager or Senior Manager to join our Midlands team and advance our VAT practice. The role suits a professional with broad industry experience and core VAT advisory expertise, with additional knowledge of other indirect taxes and technology preferred. The position is based in Birmingham.
Your people responsibilities:
* Lead and develop effective teams, fostering collaboration and motivation
* Ensure high-quality work delivery and oversee daily team operations
* Mentor and supervise staff development
* Participate in people initiatives, including training and retention of international tax professionals
* Manage team strategy and operations, including junior staff assignments
* Collaborate across teams to deliver comprehensive client services
Your client responsibilities:
* Build and maintain strong client relationships, delivering exceptional service
* Negotiate effectively, defending opinions and handling challenges
* Identify and pursue new business opportunities, managing existing clients and attracting new ones
* Oversee complex consulting projects, ensuring technical excellence and practical solutions
* Maintain overall quality of client service
* Manage leads from other practice areas
* Develop internal and external networks to benefit the team
* Maximize value delivery for EY and clients while managing risks
Skills and attributes for success:
* Proven track record of high-quality delivery and self-motivation
* Client-focused and commercially aware
* Strong business development capabilities
* Effective time management and resilience under pressure
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* Enthusiastic team leader with ability to foster effective teams
Minimum qualifications:
* At least 5+ years of experience in Indirect Tax advisory, preferably in professional services
* ATT / ACA / CA / Tax Inspector qualification, or equivalent tax expertise
Preferred additional skills:
* Project management skills, including planning, prioritization, and budgeting
About EY
As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction, and advisory services, EY is committed to building a better working world. We offer training, opportunities, and a culture that fosters innovation. Join us to experience a rewarding career and a lifetime of professional growth.
If you meet the criteria, please contact us promptly. EY values inclusivity and offers flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. Some travel and client site presence may be required.
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