VAT Compliance Specialist

What You’ll Be Doing · Take ownership of a complex portfolio of international VAT compliance clients, acting as the primary senior contact. · Build and maintain strong, long‑term client relationships, demonstrating a deep understanding of clients’ business models and VAT risk areas. · Provide proactive VAT compliance guidance to clients, including advising on technical or operational issues impacting filings.

· Liaise directly with overseas agents and tax authorities, managing queries, audits, and escalations as required. · Review and sign off VAT workings and returns prepared by other team members, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance with local legislation. · Analyse financial data, invoices, and import/export documentation to identify risks, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement.

· Calculate VAT liabilities and refunds for complex filing periods and clearly communicate outcomes to clients. · Ensure all filings are submitted accurately and on time in line with statutory deadlines and contractual obligations. · Keep abreast of international VAT developments and assess their impact on client portfolios and team processes.

· Support, mentor, and provide technical guidance to junior and mid‑level team members. · Review work performed by others, providing constructive feedback to support development and maintain quality standards. · Act as a point of escalation for technical or operational issues within the team.

· Monitor deadlines, scope, and workflow using internal trackers, ensuring accurate and up‑to‑date reporting for management. · Contribute to process improvements, standardisation initiatives, and internal projects aimed at enhancing efficiency and service quality. · Support Client Managers and senior leadership with ad‑hoc projects, complex client matters, and strategic initiatives.

· Draft high‑quality client communications, including technical explanations and responses to complex queries.

###experience### in a client‑facing VAT compliance role. · Strong

###experience### of international VAT compliance (UK and EU essential; wider jurisdictions advantageous). · Proven ability to manage complex client portfolios and competing deadlines. · Strong technical VAT knowledge with the ability to apply legislation pragmatically.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence dealing with senior client stakeholders and tax authorities. · Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail and professional judgement.

###Experience### reviewing work prepared by others and supporting team development. · Competent use of the MS Office suite, with intermediate

###skills### in Excel, Word and Outlook. · Proficiency in a second European language (desirable). What You’ll Bring · Strong team player who is organised, flexible and able to work well under pressure.

· Acts as a role model within the team, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and sound ethical judgement. · Highly organised, resilient, and able to perform effectively under pressure. · Approachable and collaborative, fostering trust with clients and colleagues.

· Proactive and self‑motivated, with the confidence to take ownership and use initiative. · Adaptable, with the ability to understand and respond to a range of client needs and cultural perspectives. · Committed to continuous learning and actively contributes to a culture of knowledge sharing, openness, and constructive feedback.