Based in our London VAT team, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing a diverse client portfolio, encompassing the delivery of tax advisory services as well as overseeing some VAT compliance. This is a challenging and interesting client facing role, which will include exposure to a range of both UK and international clients., Business development

Opportunity to lead the development VAT work across the London office, focussing on our business advisory and not for profit clients.
Working with the VAT senior team to ensure that the wider firm/London office is kept updated on technical VAT developments and opportunities for discussions with clients.
Involvement in National Practice Groups for relevant sectors to develop specific VAT input and involvement in wider business development initiatives.
Leading on complex VAT advice projects across corporate and not for profit clients
Review advisory work prepared by the London and wider national team.
Oversee the London VAT team's return compliance process, with potential for future improvements using technology.
Serve as the line manager for the London VAT Manager group.
Provide pastoral care for the wider London VAT team, coordinating with the London tax staff partner.
Support the development of VAT team members across the national team including technical and non-technical training.
Active involvement in management and development of VAT team nationally, reporting directly to the head of VAT.

Strong UK VAT technical skills and familiarity with international VAT issues.
Ability to analyse tax technical queries and provide robust advice and solutions.
Project management skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise work and meet deadlines.
Experience of managing a team, and helping to deliver a very high standard of professional work to a challenging and varied portfolio of clients.
Responsibility for the delivery and quality of work.
Excellent communication skills.
A clear client focus with a commitment to building strong client relationships.
Ability to work collaboratively in different teams.
Coaching and mentoring skills to develop other team members.
Ability to build closer relationships with other London service lines to increase VAT involvement in their clients.
Experience working with partners/teams across London to ensure VAT is part of all BD initiatives/targeting etc.
Ability to increase visibility of VAT within relevant practice groups.

Saffery LLP is an adviser to individuals and businesses across a range of sectors, providing market-leading accountancy, audit, business advisory, tax and VAT services. Founded in 1855, we are the UK's 15th largest accountancy firm.

A 35 hour working week with a hybrid working policy with the flexibility to work from home for up to three days per week (our core hours are 10-4).
Excellent benefits including; contributory pension scheme, 25 days annual leave, Life Assurance cover and great flexible benefits and family friendly policies.
Eligibility for the firm's Profit-Sharing Plan. Paid in December.
Eligibility for the discretionary bonus scheme.