VAT Manager / Senior Manager - Advisory (Hybrid, South East)Professional Services FirmAn established and highly regarded professional services firm is seeking a VAT Manager or Senior Manager to join their growing advisory practice. This is a purely advisory role focused on delivering high‑quality VAT advice across a broad and diverse client portfolio, including sectors such as real estate, manufacturing, international trade, charities and not‑for‑profits, agriculture, financial services, education and local authorities.You will join a supportive VAT team of eight and work closely with the Head of VAT on complex advisory projects. The position offers strong opportunities for progression, internal visibility, and involvement in shaping the strategic direction of the VAT service line.This is a hybrid role, based in either of the firm's South East offices, with an expectation of three office days per week.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver high‑quality VAT advisory services across a varied and interesting client base (no compliance work).Build and maintain strong internal and external stakeholder relationships.Mentor and support junior team members, including oversight of a VAT Senior based in London.Collaborate with teams across the wider firm to deliver joined‑up, holistic advice.Lead and contribute to VAT projects, including cross‑sector and cross‑service initiatives.Identify opportunities within client relationships and play an active role in business development.Support wider strategic plans to grow and develop the VAT service offering.About YouSeveral years' experience in VAT advisory, gained in practice or a combination of practice and industry.Strong technical VAT knowledge with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and simply.A proactive, self‑managing approach to workload and client delivery.Confident in developing and mentoring junior team members.Commercially minded with experience identifying opportunities for growth.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative working style.What's on OfferFinancial wellbeingContributory pension schemeLife AssuranceHealth Cash PlanIncome Protection SchemeDiscounts and rewards platformLeave & Work/Life Balance25.5 days (Manager) or 27.5 days (Senior Manager) + bank holidaysHybrid working (3 office days, 2 from home)Flexible working policiesEmployee Assistance Programme and counsellingPrivate Medical InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceAnnual flu jabRecognition & DevelopmentMonthly culture/value awardsClear progression pathwaysInternal and external training opportunitiesDiversity, Inclusion & ESGInclusive working environment with reasonable adjustments available"Give as you earn" schemeOne paid volunteering day annuallyOpportunities to engage in charitable and community initiativesTravel-Related BenefitsCycle to work schemeInterest‑free season ticket loan (London travel)Interest‑free car/motorbike loanIf this job isn't quite right for you, but you know someone who would be great at this role, why not take advantage of our referral scheme? We offer £200 in shopping vouchers for every referred candidate who we place in a role. Terms & Conditions Apply. https://www.ambition.co.uk/refer-a-friend #J-18808-Ljbffr