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HEAD OF TAX (VAT major) - North-West UK : to c. £75,000 plus great benefits

Permanent
VAT
Commerce & Industry
Northern England
IT14055
21.04.2026

Description

  • We’re delighted to have been appointed to lead the search for this major education establishment, as they look to up the ante on the management of their tax affairs.
  • This is first and foremost a VAT role but you’ll also need the interest and impact to pick up on other areas of tax that you might be less au fait with e.g. international tax.
  • The role will be to develop and implement a comprehensive tax strategy; provide advice to senior leadership on the tax implications or strategic initiatives, including international expansion, capital projects and commercial ventures.
  • You’ll also lead on the development and implementation of tax policies and procedures, ensuring full compliance with all legislation, as well as overseeing the preparation and submission of returns and filings.
  • To meet their criteria, you’ll need extensive experience of VAT advisory and compliance in a complex environment and have proven ability in leading on projects and developing team members.
  • A qualification; and knowledge of tax in the not for profit/education sector would be positives.
  • The successful applicant could be based in the North-West of the UK, although they are also alive to appropriately skilled candidates living further afield in the UK, but who are prepared to spend some time on campus on a monthly basis.

Market rate for this kind of position is typically c.£75,000, depending on experience. Please note that specific salary bandings for roles with individual clients may vary from these guidelines.