Average Vat Manager salary in the UK

VAT Manager Hybrid Central London TPF Recruitment is working with a leading top 20 accountancy firm in London that is looking for an experienced UK VAT Specialist to join their growing team. The firm is part of a global network and is recognised for its high-quality services in audit, tax, advisory, and risk. With a diverse and expanding portfolio of clients across various sectors, this is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing VAT services and managing client relationships. About the Role: The firm’s UK VAT & Customs Duty team has seen consistent growth and success, and they are looking for a VAT Manager to join their London office. This role involves working closely with VAT unit partners and local office partners to provide expert VAT advice to a diverse range of clients, including those in property, construction, retail, manufacturing, and tech & media. As a senior VAT resource in the office, you will also have line management responsibilities for a pre-manager level VAT specialist and support from a national VAT unit. This position offers the potential for career progression, with the opportunity to move into a director or even partnership role for the right individual. Key Responsibilities: Provide VAT advice on corporate matters across a variety of industries.Build and maintain trusted client relationships, becoming a key advisor to the firm’s portfolio of clients.Offer technical VAT support to other service lines within the firm, such as outsourced tax and accounting services.Lead efforts in marketing and business development, helping to raise the profile of the firm’s VAT services both regionally and nationally.Manage and develop junior staff, with the potential for further recruitment as the VAT business expands. Requirements Experienced UK VAT generalist with strong technical knowledge of corporate VAT matters.Proven experience in client-facing roles, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.Marketing and business development experience to promote VAT services and the firm's reputation.Strong people development and leadership skills, including managing junior staff and fostering their growth.Experience across a diverse portfolio including property, construction, retail, manufacturing, and tech & media would be beneficial. Benefits National health plans, including medical, dental, and vision1Flexible spending accounts and health savings accountsLife and disability insuranceAccident and hospital confinement coverageWell-being portal with incentivesAccess to behavioural health resources and 24/7 counselling supportEmployee assistance and health advocacy programInclusive fertility and family-building benefitsDomestic partner benefitsContact Andy Irvine to apply  Refer a friend... We’re keen to remain the leading provider of the best accountancy talent in the South-East. We are continually exploring ways to expand our network and we know that great candidates like you can introduce us to other equally brilliant people. We’re looking to work with the best accountancy practice and tax staff in the South-East so if your friends, family or colleagues are considering a new opportunity and can demonstrate relevant experience, we'd love to speak to them. For every candidate you refer and we subsequently place into a permanent position, we will give you up to £500 of Love2Shop vouchers. (Terms & Conditions apply).

Client Advisory Role - VAT Manager Join this national VAT practice in a dynamic client-facing advisory role where your expertise and insight will shape how we deliver outstanding service to a wide portfolio of businesses. Their VAT specialists work collaboratively across the firm, combining strengths in accounting, audit, and taxation to advise clients ranging from growing middle-market companies to major corporations. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of advising clients on complex VAT matters, helping them navigate risk, ensure compliance, and identify strategic opportunities. With flexibility to develop sector expertise or maintain a broader advisory focus, you'll have the autonomy to help shape the future direction of our VAT offering. What You'll Be Doing: As a Manager, you'll be a trusted adviser, leading the relationship between the firm and your clients. Responsibilities include: Acting as the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients, building strong, lasting advisory relationships. Advising clients on VAT planning opportunities and complex technical queries. Leading client engagements from planning through to implementation, ensuring service quality, cost efficiency, and value. Collaborating with partners to understand clients' commercial goals and tailor VAT advice accordingly. Contributing to business development by identifying opportunities and supporting proposals and pitches. Coaching and leading junior staff, reviewing technical work including VAT returns and complex advisory outputs. What You'll Bring: We're looking for someone who thrives in an advisory setting-someone who builds trust, communicates clearly, and delivers practical, business-focused advice. CTA or ATII qualified (or equivalent), with an accounting qualification (ACA or ACCA) preferred. Strong background in VAT advisory and indirect tax, with experience managing client relationships. Proven ability to deliver high-quality advice on time and within budget. A commercial mindset with an interest in business development and growth. Excellent communication and project management skills. Why Join? This is more than a technical VAT role-it's an opportunity to become a strategic adviser to your clients. You'll join a collaborative team that values initiative, innovation, and client impact. Whether you want to deepen your expertise in a specific sector or explore a range of industries, we provide the platform and flexibility to grow your advisory career. Please send your cv through to ________ As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

VAT Manager - Birmingham - up to £65,000 Do you thrive on solving complex VAT challenges?Are you someone who enjoys building strong client relationships while mentoring a team?Do you want to work for a firm that values your ideas and gives you the autonomy to make an impact? What's great about this VAT Manager role? Collaborative culture - You'll join a supportive team where knowledge-sharing and development are a priority.Career progression - Clear pathways to senior leadership roles with tailored development plans.Variety of work - Exposure to diverse clients across sectors, from entrepreneurial businesses to large corporates.Flexibility - Hybrid working and a genuine focus on work-life balance. Your role as VAT Manager This isn't just about compliance - it's about adding value. You'll be advising clients on complex VAT matters, helping them navigate risk and seize opportunities. You'll work closely with Partners, lead projects, and mentor junior team members, ensuring the VAT function continues to grow and innovate. What you'll need to succeed as VAT Manager Strong technical VAT knowledge and experience in advisory work.A proactive mindset - you're someone who spots opportunities and takes initiative.Excellent communication skills - you can explain complex issues in a clear, client-friendly way.Leadership qualities - you enjoy coaching and developing others. What next? Don't sit on the fence - opportunities like this don't hang around! Get in touch at / ________ As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.