Head of Indirect Tax

Your new companyA brilliant organisation in the insurance sector are looking to recruit a Head of Indirect Tax. The company has a modern, collaborative culture and offers an excellent benefits package. The role will see you attend the office two times per week and report directly to the Head of Tax. The role is available on a permanent basis and is based in Leeds.Your new roleThis is an opportunity to lead their Indirect Tax function and manage processes for VAT and IPT. This role involves providing expert advice, ensuring compliance, and driving efficiencies in their tax processes. As Head of Indirect Tax, you'll be responsible for:

• Leading the Indirect Tax function, managing a team of 2-3 professionals.
• Providing practical, commercially focused VAT/IPT advice across the business.
• Building strong relationships with HMRC, ensuring compliance and proactive engagement, particularly on PESM.
• Overseeing VAT/IPT submissions, meeting statutory deadlines, and managing queries.
• Ensuring core systems and controls are VAT/IPT compliant for External Reporting/SAO requirements.
• Supporting major business and finance projects, ensuring tax implications are well managed.
• Monitoring industry tax developments and contributing to consultations via the ABI.
• Collaborating with offshore tax teams to enhance operational efficiencies.
• Owning balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Supporting the Head of Tax in managing tax risks, reporting, and strategic initiatives.

What you'll need to succeedTo be a success in this role, the candidate will need a strong mix of technical expertise, leadership skills, and commercial awareness. You should have:

• Suitable tax qualification: either Chartered Institute of Taxation or Association of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales.
• Experience of a Big 4 Tax environment.
• An in-depth understanding of an insurance business and its impact on the Tax Function.
• Experience with tax processes, controls, and compliance requirements.
• The ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders across the business.

What you'll get in return

• 9% employer contributed pension.
• 50% off home, motor, and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover.
• Annual bonus of up to 20%.
• The EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax-efficient way.
• 30 days annual leave.
• Buy as you earn share scheme.
• Employee discounts and cashback.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact William Loring on or email: If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position in Tax or Treasury, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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