Indirect Tax Specialist

Do you have experience of Indirect Tax or VAT, legislation, regulations, and compliance, plus would like to develop your Indirect Tax knowledge and work on tackling some of the UK's most challenging and complex tax issues?? Are you an experienced VAT professional with a passion for ensuring compliance? Join HMRC as a Grade 7 Tax Technical VAT Compliance Officer and play a pivotal role in safeguarding the integrity of the UK's tax system. In this challenging yet rewarding role, you will leverage your substantial knowledge of VAT compliance to provide expert guidance and support to our team. If so, we have the perfect role for you at HMRC! Job Description: At HMRC, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued and celebrated. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, as we believe that a diverse workforce is key to delivering exceptional service to the public. As a Tax Technical VAT Compliance Officer, you will be responsible for conducting in-depth analyses of complex VAT cases, identifying potential risks, and developing robust compliance strategies. Your expertise will be instrumental in ensuring businesses adhere to VAT regulations, ultimately contributing to a fair and efficient tax system. To be successful in this role, you must possess substantial and demonstrable knowledge of VAT compliance, coupled with exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. Applications are welcome from candidates with knowledge that spans different types of taxes and/or customer sectors and with large values of tax at risk. You will be expected to identify and address risk across multiple heads of duty in some of our investigatory roles. If you are a driven professional with a proven track record in VAT compliance, we invite you to join our team and make a meaningful impact on the UK's tax landscape. Apply now and be part of an organization that values integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to public service. Responsibilities: - Conduct in-depth analyses of complex VAT cases, identifying potential risks and areas of non-compliance. - Develop and implement effective compliance strategies to ensure customers adhere to VAT regulations. Lead on the communication and delivery of these compliance strategies across internal and external stakeholder groups. - Investigate multiple business and individual networks, designed to hide fraud, tackling fraudulent behaviour and/or poor compliance - Provide expert guidance and support to colleagues and stakeholders on VAT compliance matters. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a consistent and coordinated approach to VAT compliance. - Maintain up-to-date knowledge of VAT legislation, regulations, and industry best practices. - Represent HMRC in meetings and discussions with external stakeholders, including businesses and professional bodies. - Contribute to the continuous improvement of VAT compliance processes and procedures. Person Specification: Essential Criteria: - Substantial and demonstrable knowledge of VAT compliance principles and regulations. - Recent demonstrable compliance experience working on the most complex VAT issues. - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address complex VAT issues. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to diverse audiences. - Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and build positive working relationships. - Commitment to continuous professional development and staying up to date with industry trends and best practices. Desirable Criteria: - Knowledge of other tax regimes and their interactions with VAT. - Familiarity with data analysis tools and techniques. - Experience in training or mentoring colleagues on VAT compliance matters. Salary and Benefits: Below are further details on salary and benefits of the role: Alongside your salary range of £56,344 - £62,590 per annum (National) A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 28.97% An environment with flexible and hybrid working options. We offer a generous leave allowance, starting at 25 days and increasing by a day for every year of qualifying service up to a maximum of 30 days. Coaching and development tailored to your role. TPBN1_UKTJ