Indirect Tax Senior Manager

Reference: 4661964Job ID: 5298652Posted: 2026-06-16Closing date: 2026-09-14Location: ManchesterSalary: 70,000 to 85,000 per annumJob type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Accountancy Firms / VAT and Indirect TaxCompany: HaysConsultant: Justin HopkinsHays office: Manchester — 4th Floor, City Tower, Piccadilly PlazaPhone: 07495292714Email: Justin.Hopkins1@hays.comYour new companyWe are working with a market-leading and progressive PE-backed firm, who are on an exciting growth strategy through acquisition, talent attraction and development. This firm works with an enviable list of fast-paced, industry-leading entrepreneurial clients, with the largest Corporate Finance teams in the North West, where you will benefit from cross-selling opportunities, and have the opportunity to develop new areas of work.Your new roleYour role would be number two to the Partner, a highly recognised name in the market, in a team which has achieved strong double-digit fee growth YOY, providing Indirect Tax advice to a broad range of clients, both regional and national, helping them achieve their commercial objectives. Providing indirect tax advisory services to a variety of clientsSupporting the Partner and wider Tax team in driving the VAT practice forwardIdentifying new verticalsSupporting team members in delivering client projects.Engaging in day-to-day, direct contact with clients from day 1 to develop long-lasting, positive relationships.End-to-end VAT advice that solves pressing client mattersMentoring and developing others within the teamIdentifying opportunities to implement and develop technology solutions for compliance and advisory projectsAn interest in, or already experienced in, business development and networking across the regionWhat you'll need to succeedBroad Indirect Tax knowledge and a proven track record of high-quality service deliveryA commitment to growing with the business and developing people, providing on-the-job training and mentoring to the juniors coming through in the teamWorking with clients to identify issues and opportunities to enhance their Indirect Tax processes.A desire to learn and deliver quality work to build the firm's reputationThe ability to plan and prioritise work to meet deadlines, and monitor your own budget, as well as the teams in time / dependent on your experienceCollaboration is key, both within the wider tax team and across the wider firm.Experience managing VAT compliance WIP and being responsible for a portfolio of VAT compliance clientsStrong awareness of digitalisation and how technology can be utilised to drive efficiencies, productivity and profitabilityWhat you'll get in returnDue to the growth opportunities available within this team, this role will allow you the ability to excel in your career to achieve your career aspirations, and the firm has a track record of progressing senior hires into Director / Partner roles.Whilst a curious and entrepreneurial business, this firm offers a close-knit and family culture feel and offers the flexibility to all staff to make your work-life balance reflective of what’s important to you.Hybrid working arrangementModern offices offer a collaborative work environment, including desk spaces, standing desks, booths, and formal and informal settings.An amazing culture, open and honest, with access to senior people at all levelsWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this Indirect Tax Senior Manager role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us on 0161 237 3388 to discuss it in more detail. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4661964 - Justin Hopkins