Lead VAT Consultant

Overview

Our client is a multi-award-winning tax, compliance and advisory business, known for its depth of technical expertise and its commitment to developing its people. They are looking to hire an experienced Lead VAT Consultant to join a growing VAT & Tax function of 18+ consultants. This role offers genuine variety, exposure and long-term progression for a VAT professional who enjoys advisory work rather than routine compliance.

You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality VAT consultancy to a diverse client base of accountancy practices, ranging from sole practitioners through to Top 100 firms.

This is a true advisory role - focused on research, interpretation and clear communication - rather than volume processing!

• Translating complex VAT rules into clear, practical advice clients can confidently act on
• Leading in-depth research and producing high-quality technical reports aligned with current legislation
• Working collaboratively with VAT and Tax specialists to deliver joined-up, value-driven solutions
• Providing quality assurance through report reviews and independent technical second opinions
• Proactively monitoring VAT legislation and developments to anticipate client impact
• Supporting marketing and thought leadership through technical insight and commentary
• Developing strong, enduring client relationships that underpin repeat and referral business

This role will suit a professional with solid VAT experience gained in practice, industry or HMRC and someone who has a consultative mindset and genuine interest in developing technical expertise.

• A recognised professional qualification (or equivalent experience)
• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work autonomously while thriving in a collaborative team
• Confidence managing deadlines in a fast-paced, advisory environment

If you’re a VAT professional who enjoys technical challenge, variety and advisory work, and you’re looking to build a long-term career with a respected consultancy rather than sit behind a compliance desk, this is well worth a conversation.