This VAT Assistant Manager vacancy is all about VAT consultancy. Our client understands perfectly the importance of specialist roles and the differences between compliance and consultancy. The VAT Assistant Manager will take direct responsibility for resolving client queries within an existing portfolio and will require little partner involvement beyond final review, this means that this person will have full autonomy in their role. Due to the rapid growth of the VAT and wider Tax teams, this role will also provide fast-track opportunities to director level and possibly parther depending on the individuals wants and abilities. He or she will take responsibility for WIP control, billing procedures and debtor control and supervise the effective production of work within the team, including mentoring, assisting with team organisation and team appraisals. He or she will also be commercial and proactive in fee development Principle Responsibilities of VAT Assistant Manager: Continuous review of UK indirect tax developments to identify risks and opportunities for the business Joining and supervising of a team of VAT professionals Advising the business on VAT impacts of new legislation including any Brexit implications Providing technical review of VAT advice of other team members Pro actively engaging with key stakeholders to identify areas where indirect tax advisory support is required Managing relationships with senior members of the business Resolving queries from HMRC In depth research on technical VAT queries The typical sectors of our cients VAT clients are as follows: Property and construction, Charities, Large manufacturers operating in the UK and overseas, Telecoms providers, Digital services providers, Education providers, Academies, Universities, Tour operators, Auctioneers, Health providers Person Specification of VAT Assistant Manager: Work based competencies Ideally CTA qualified or HMRC Customs trained An assertive and confident communicator An effective team leader, producing reliable results and commanding respect from the team Strong IT skills Great commercial awareness with the ability to capitalise on opportunities Pro-active identification of opportunities to refer clients to other specialists in the office Able to influence decision making Behavioural competencies Effective team leader; produces reliable results and has respect of the team. Communication skills enabling the individual to not only command the respect of colleagues at all levels but also to influence decision- making within portfolio/office. Positive energy and team player. Effective problem solver and creative thinker. Well organised and self-motivated Efficient and encourages efficiency in others Shows excellent judgement Training & Development: CPD programme including compliance and broader technical skills training Performance reviews every 6 months Benefits Package for VAT Assistant Manager role: A relaxed and professional environment Social Activities/Charitable Events Competitive Salary and Benefits Package 25 days Holiday (ability to purchase up to 5 extra days annually under clients flexible benefits scheme) Life Assurance Private medical insurance Contributory Pension Scheme