Indirect Tax Manager - UK and AMEA

Reference: 4806626Job ID: 5405533Posted: 2026-07-20Closing date: 2026-10-18Location: ManchesterSalary: Up to 90,000 (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Engineering / VAT and Indirect TaxCompany: HaysConsultant: Lucy GilmoreHays office: Manchester — 5th Floor, City Tower, Piccadilly PlazaPhone: 01612373388Email: lucy.gilmore@hays.comYour new companyHays is delighted to be partnering with a globally recognised engineering, infrastructure and professional services organisation to recruit an Indirect Tax Manager – UK & Europe. Operating across numerous jurisdictions and delivering complex, high-profile projects worldwide, the business has a well-established international presence and an ambitious growth strategy. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded Group Tax function in a visible role with responsibility for UK and European indirect tax matters. The position offers broad exposure across compliance, advisory, governance and business partnering within a large multinational environment.Your new roleAs Indirect Tax Manager, you will take ownership of UK VAT compliance whilst supporting indirect tax activities across several European jurisdictions. You will act as the key VAT specialist for the business, providing robust technical advice and ensuring compliance obligations are met accurately and efficiently.Key responsibilities will include:Ownership of end-to-end UK VAT compliance processesReview and oversight of UK VAT returns and associated submissionsReview and support of VAT compliance across Ireland, France, Germany, Switzerland and other European jurisdictionsAdvising on major projects, cross-border transactions and joint operationsActing as the key contact for HMRC and managing VAT-related enquiriesSupporting SAO reporting requirements relating to VATWhat you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will be an experienced indirect tax professional with strong technical VAT expertise gained within either industry, practice or a combination of both.You will ideally possess:Professional tax qualification (CTA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent)Significant UK VAT technical knowledgeExperience managing VAT compliance processes within a complex organisationProven ability to provide practical VAT advice on commercial transactionsExperience liaising with HMRC and external advisersWhat you'll get in returnCompetitive salary and benefits packageHybrid and flexible working arrangementsExposure to a broad UK and international indirect tax portfolioOpportunity to work on major projects and complex cross-border transactionsHigh-profile role within a global tax functionStrong opportunities for professional development and career progressionCollaborative and supportive working environmentThe chance to help shape and enhance indirect tax governance across the businessWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this UK and AMEA Indirect Tax Manager role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. 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. #4806626 - Lucy Gilmore