Head of VAT - Director to Partner Pathway

London | Top 30 Accountancy & Advisory Firm

Ready to lead, not just deliver?

A highly respected London accountancy and advisory firm is looking to appoint an ambitious VAT Director (or exceptional Associate Director/Senior Manager) to become the future leader of its Indirect Tax practice.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a genuine leadership role, taking ownership of an established VAT service line while working closely with the Head of Tax to shape its future. With a clear succession plan already in place, this role offers a transparent and realistic pathway to Partnership for the right individual.

If you're looking for more than another Director title-if you want influence, autonomy and the chance to build something of your own-this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

The Firm

This award-winning London practice has built an outstanding reputation for advising entrepreneurial businesses, international groups, privately owned companies and high-net-worth individuals.

Recent strategic investment has significantly strengthened the firm's indirect tax capability, bringing together experienced VAT specialists with an ambitious leadership team committed to continued growth.

Rather than simply maintaining an existing practice, the firm is investing in its future and is seeking someone who wants to be part of that journey.

The Opportunity

As Head of VAT, you'll become the firm's leading indirect tax specialist, working alongside the Head of Tax to develop the VAT offering and drive the next phase of growth.

You'll inherit an established client base, benefit from strong internal referral opportunities and have the autonomy to develop your own business plan, build your external profile and shape the future direction of the service line.

This role has been created with succession in mind. As your profile grows and you continue to develop the practice, you'll have a clear and direct route to Partnership.

Your Role

You'll combine technical excellence with commercial leadership by:

• Leading the firm's VAT advisory offering.
• Acting as the principal VAT adviser to clients and colleagues.
• Growing existing client relationships while winning new business.
• Identifying opportunities across the wider firm through collaboration with Corporate Tax, Private Client, Audit and Advisory teams.
• Mentoring and developing the VAT team.
• Raising the firm's profile through networking, speaking engagements and thought leadership.
• Working closely with the Head of Tax to shape strategy and deliver long-term growth.

Who We're Looking For

You'll already have established yourself as a respected VAT adviser within practice and be ready for a broader leadership opportunity.

We're interested in speaking with:

• VAT Directors
• Associate Directors
• Exceptional Senior Managers approaching Director level

Your technical background could include property, financial services, international VAT, not-for-profits, supply chain, owner-managed businesses or multinational clients.

More important than your sector experience is your ability to:

• Build trusted client relationships.
• Develop business.
• Lead and inspire people.
• Think commercially.
• Contribute strategically.
• See Partnership as your long-term goal.

Why This Role?

Many firms talk about succession.

This firm has a genuine plan.

You'll benefit from:

• A defined leadership position from day one.
• Close mentoring from the Head of Tax.
• A clear route towards Partnership.
• An established client portfolio.
• Strong internal referral opportunities.
• Significant investment in business development.
• Big Four-quality work within a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment.
• The opportunity to shape the future of an expanding VAT practice rather than simply inherit one.

Your Future

This role is designed for someone who wants to become a Partner-not simply hold a Director title.

You'll have the opportunity to develop your own client base, influence the direction of the practice, build a high-performing team and establish yourself as one of the firm's future leaders.

If you're ready to take that next step, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

Rebecca English
Prosero Search
Rebecca@prosero-search.co.uk