VAT Director

  • Azets Insight Oy
  • Manchester, Lancashire
  • Aug 20, 2026
Full time Legal

Job Description

Lead VAT. Build What Comes Next.

Join Azets as a VAT Director, taking ownership of a critical regional VAT capability and providing senior leadership, technical expertise, and trusted client advice.

This is a high-impact role with real autonomy and a clear pathway to Partner for someone ready to shape services, people, and growth.

Role & Responsibilities
  • Provide senior oversight of all VAT advice across the region and contribute to national VAT initiatives
  • Lead and grow key client relationships, acting as a trusted VAT advisor
  • Deliver high-quality, pragmatic VAT advice across a broad range of industries
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the VAT team, ensuring high standards and progression
  • Drive cross-service line collaboration and revenue growth across VAT and indirect tax services
What You'll Bring
  • 8+ years' experience specialising in VAT / indirect tax, ideally within a professional services environment
  • CTA qualified or equivalent experience gained within an established VAT practice
  • Strong technical knowledge of VAT and the wider indirect tax landscape, including International Trade
  • Ability to explain complex VAT matters clearly and commercially
  • Proven track record of developing long-term client relationships and leading teams
Culture & Progression
  • Partner Pathway: Clear opportunity to progress to Partner as you grow capability and impact.
  • Ownership: Take responsibility for shaping a regional VAT offering.
  • Flexibility: Autonomy in how you lead and deliver.
  • Collaboration: Inclusive, low-hierarchy culture with national support.
Our Benefits

Designed to support you personally and professionally. Explore how we invest in your health, happiness, and future.

Family, Leave & Support
  • Maternity leave
  • Paternity leave
  • Shared Parental leave
  • Adoption leave
  • Fertility treatment support
  • Birthday day off
  • Holiday buy/sell
  • Flexible working policy
Health & Wellbeing
  • EAP
  • 24/7 GP Access
  • Private Medical
  • Dental
  • Health Assessments
  • Cash Plans
  • Life Assurance
  • YuLife for challenges & rewards
Lifestyle & Flexibility
  • Hybrid working
  • EV scheme
  • Tech & home purchase options
  • Travel insurance
  • Employee discounts platform
  • Flexible benefits via FlexHub
Career Progression
  • Dedicated career pathways
  • Mentoring
  • Learning programmes
  • Development opportunities to advance your expertise and leadership potential
FlexHub:

Personalise your benefits package to match what matters most to you - from health plans to lifestyle perks, tailored to your needs.

Inclusion & Accessibility

We are proud to be a Mindful Employer and Disability Confident Employer. Creating an inclusive workplace isn't just a statement - it's something we live every day.

At Azets, we value diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Even if your experience doesn't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you - you might be a great fit for another opportunity.

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