Head of Indirect Tax

Head of Indirect Tax (Permanent Role)

Location: London (Hybrid - with on-site presence required)

Type: Permanent

Salary: 99,500 per annum + 12.5% bonus (up to 25%)

Benefits: Private healthcare, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, generous pension, 4,000 travel allowance, and more

We're working with one of the UK's most prominent and complex organisations to hire a Head of Indirect Tax for a key leadership role within their in-house finance function.

This is a senior position where you will drive the organisation's indirect tax agenda, lead a high-performing team, and provide expert advice across a range of high-value commercial and property projects. It offers a rare opportunity to shape tax strategy and influence business-critical decisions in a enterprising environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Design and lead the organisation's indirect tax (primarily VAT) strategy
• Provide advisory support on large-scale commercial and property transactions
• Oversee HMRC engagement and ensure full compliance with all indirect tax obligations
• Lead a skilled in-house indirect tax team
• Drive transformation, governance, and process improvements in the tax function

What we're looking for:

• ACA / ACCA / ATT / CTA qualified with significant post-qualified UK VAT experience
• Strong track record within large or complex organisations
• Strategic thinker with a commercial mindset
• Proven leadership and excellent stakeholder engagement skills

What's on offer:

• 99,500 base salary
• 12.5% target bonus (up to 25% based on performance)
• 4,000 travel allowance
• Private medical insurance, life assurance (8x salary), income protection
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Cycle-to-work scheme, staff discounts, free travel options
• Access to wellbeing support, online GP service, and financial coaching
• Pension contributions up to 12%
• A flexible, hybrid working culture with a strong focus on employee wellbeing

This is a challenging but highly rewarding role for someone ready to lead on strategy, influence decision-making, and take ownership of a key function in a purpose-driven organisation.

To apply or find out more, contact Rinisha Bhagat at (url removed)

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