VAT Associate Director

An exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded Indirect Tax team within a Top 10 UK accountancy practice. This Senior Manager role is strongly advisory-focused, offering the chance to lead on complex VAT matters, work closely with senior stakeholders, and play a key role in shaping client relationships and team development.The role:Lead and deliver complex VAT advisory engagements, providing clear, commercially focused advice to a diverse client base.Act as a trusted adviser to clients on high-risk and strategic VAT issues, interpreting legislation and case law in a practical business context.Take ownership of client relationships, managing engagements from scoping through to delivery and supporting Directors and Partners on key accounts.Produce high-quality written advice and reports for senior stakeholders, including non-technical audiences.Lead and mentor junior team members, ensuring technical excellence and supporting their development.Collaborate across service lines to deliver integrated solutions and identify new advisory opportunities.Contribute to business development, thought leadership and the continued growth of the VAT practice.About you:Significant VAT / Indirect Tax advisory experience, gained in practice or in-house.Strong track record of advising on complex UK VAT matters and leading client engagements.Experience managing and developing teams, with the confidence to lead projects and client discussions.Excellent communication skills with the ability to ..... full job details .....