VAT Manager - - London - Hybrid Working

Clark Wood
City of London, Greater London

VAT Manager – Advisory - London - Hybrid Working

My client is a highly regarded professional services firm with a national VAT advisory practice. They are looking to recruit an experienced VAT Manager to join their growing VAT advisory team. This is a varied and client-focused role, providing exposure to a broad range of clients including owner-managed businesses, private wealth clients, mid to large corporates, charities, and not-for-profit organisations.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a VAT professional looking to progress their career, develop sector expertise, and play an integral role in growing a national advisory practice.

The Role As VAT Manager, you will:

- Advise clients on all aspects of VAT, including HMRC dispute resolution, transaction and supply chain treatment, and complex liability matters
- Provide client service through face-to-face meetings, virtual sessions, and clear written communication
- Maintain high technical standards with a commercial and practical approach
- Manage and support the development of the VAT team nationally
- Contribute to national practice groups, providing sector-specific VAT input and supporting business development initiatives
- Review and sign off complex VAT returns prepared for clients

The Team You will join a national VAT advisory team, working with clients across the UK. The team is diverse and collaborative, encouraging sector specialisation while maintaining cross-disciplinary technical expertise. You will work closely with accounting, outsourcing, audit, and private wealth teams to deliver integrated client solutions.
The Ideal Candidate

- ACA, CTA, or equivalent qualified with strong VAT experience across multiple sectors
- Excellent understanding of UK VAT principles, including domestic and cross-border transactions
- Interest and expertise in land and property VAT is advantageous
- Commercial and practical outlook, with the ability to spot advisory opportunities
- Strong client handling and communication skills; able to explain complex VAT matters to non-specialists
- Experience managing client engagements from scoping through delivery and billing
- Motivation to contribute to business development, marketing initiatives, seminars, and thought leadership

What’s on Offer

- 35-hour working week with hybrid working (up to three days at home; core hours 10:00–16:00)
- Competitive benefits including pension, life assurance, 25 days annual leave, and flexible family-friendly policies
- Eligibility for profit-sharing and discretionary bonus schemes
- Exposure to high-profile clients and complex VAT work
- Career development and specialist training within a supportive team

Culture & Values My client is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive workplace. They value technical excellence, integrity, enthusiasm, and collegiality, offering an environment where individuals can thrive professionally while making a real impact for clients.

For further information on this role please contact David Elliot at Clark Wood – [email protected] / DD: +44 (0) 117 329 1058 | Mobile: +44 (0) 7358 908463

This role is ideal for candidates with relevant experience in a UK accountancy practice. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

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Posted 2026-04-30

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