VAT Assistant Manager - Leeds

Indirect Tax Assistant Manager, Big 4 Firm

Leeds / Manchester
£40,000 - £50,000 + Bonus + Benefits + Hybrid Working
Want to work on complex, high-profile VAT advisory projects for major national and international clients?
Looking to step up into a role with more responsibility and faster progression?
Enjoy combining technical VAT expertise with real client exposure?

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Clear progression within a structured career framework

Your new firm:

Our client is a Big 4 professional services firm with a market-leading reputation across Tax, Audit and Advisory. With a strong presence across the UK and internationally, the firm works with a broad portfolio of large corporates, international groups and high-growth businesses.
Following continued growth within their Indirect Tax practice, they are looking to appoint a VAT & Indirect Tax Assistant Manager to join a high-performing team. This is an opportunity to gain exposure to complex, commercially focused advisory work within a collaborative environment that offers genuine long-term career progression.

Your new role:

As a VAT & Indirect Tax Assistant Manager, you'll work closely with Managers, Senior Managers and Partners, supporting the delivery of technical VAT advisory services to a diverse client base across multiple sectors.
You will play a key role in advisory projects, support on transactions and restructuring work, and help manage client relationships while developing your leadership and technical skills.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting on complex VAT advisory projects including transactions, restructuring and technical reviews
• Managing day-to-day client queries and delivering commercially focused VAT advice
• Assisting with HMRC enquiries, risk reviews and governance projects
• Reviewing work prepared by junior team members
• Identifying opportunities to provide additional advisory services
• Supporting with proposals and business development initiatives

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• CTA / ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Strong VAT technical experience gained within practice
• Experience supporting advisory projects and managing client relationships
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Private medical insurance and life assurance
• Generous pension contribution
• Structured progression with clear promotion pathways
• Ongoing technical and leadership training
• Paid professional subscriptions

Want to find out more? Drop an email to sam.priday@pro-tax.co.uk or call on 07846 741892

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