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VAT Associate Director
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VAT Associate Director / £90,000-£110,000
Why apply for this role?
- Senior leadership opportunity within a growing VAT practice
- Take ownership of a significant client portfolio and advisory workload
- Strong focus on business development and practice growth
- Work closely with Partners and Directors across multiple service lines
- Excellent progression opportunities within a highly respected firm
"I'm working with a leading professional services firm looking to recruit a VAT Associate Director to join their Manchester team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious VAT professional looking to take on a client-facing leadership role with significant scope to influence growth and shape the future direction of the VAT practice."
About the Job
Working closely with Partners and senior leadership, the successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with and completing the following duties...
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- Lead the delivery of complex VAT advisory projects across a diverse client portfolio
- Provide expert advice on a broad range of VAT matters and specialist technical assignments
- Lead VAT due diligence engagements and transaction-related projects
- Take ownership of key client relationships, ensuring an exceptional level of service
- Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships and generate new business
- Work collaboratively with Partners, Directors, and colleagues across tax, audit, and advisory teams
- Support the continued growth and development of the VAT practice across the region
- Lead, mentor, and develop junior VAT professionals within the team
- Contribute to networking, thought leadership, and wider market-facing initiatives
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Previous Experience
- Previous experience operating at Associate Director, Senior Manager, or equivalent level within VAT Advisory
- Strong technical VAT expertise gained within professional practice
- Experience managing complex advisory projects and client portfolios
- Proven track record of business development and generating new fee opportunities
- Strong commercial awareness and ability to build long-term client relationships
- Experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing teams
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills
- CTA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification desirable
For further information on this opportunity or if you are considering the next step in your career, get in touch with Andy Ball in complete confidence.
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