Indirect Tax Manager (12-18 month FTC)

Darktrace is a global leader in AI-driven cybersecurity, helping organizations stay ahead of evolving threats every day.    

Darktrace was built on a genuinely differentiated idea: that Adaptive AI could detect and respond to novel, real-time cyber threats. That approach matters more than ever in the era of AI.  Today, our customers depend on us to stay ahead.   

At Darktrace, we are energized by that responsibility.  We work across teams and rally around a shared goal. We own outcomes end to end - step in, step up and see things through without waiting to be asked.   We make decisions with urgency, say the hard thing, and hold each other to high standards with care and directness. We move first and learn fast anticipating where our customers are going next, continuously challenging ourselves.  

We invest in the skills, learning and opportunities that help people deliver at the level their roles demand, and reward the aptitude and curiosity to grow beyond them. 

Our Values: Own It | Win as One | Raise Our Bar | Move First. Learn Fast 

Job Description:

Part of a rapidly expanding business, Darktrace’s Tax team manages a wide range of tax obligations and plays an integral role in company-wide projects.

We’re looking for an experienced indirect tax professional to join the team on a 12–18 month fixed-term contract, covering a period of maternity leave. You’ll take ownership of indirect tax matters across 20+ jurisdictions, working closely with teams across the business to ensure our indirect tax obligations are managed effectively.

This is a hybrid role, with two days per week based in our London office.

What will I be doing?

You’ll be responsible for:

• Preparing, reviewing and submitting VAT returns across EU and non-EU jurisdictions, working with external advisers where appropriate and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Reconciling GL sales to reported VAT sales, including monthly GL reconciliations and journal entries.
• Monitoring and optimising the company’s indirect tax position and providing advice to teams across the business.
• Assessing changes required to VAT return procedures in response to business or regulatory developments.
• Ensuring internal processes and procedures, both within the Tax team and across the wider business, remain fit for purpose.
• Acting as the VAT subject matter expert on projects across the business, providing technical expertise and supporting VAT-compliant change.
• Managing information and data requests from external audit teams and tax authorities.

What experience do I need?

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has strong experience preparing and reviewing VAT returns.
• Has a solid background in tax and is CTA qualified or a qualified accountant, with strong indirect tax experience gained either in practice or an in-house tax role.
• Has experience working in a fast-paced environment and can stay organised, proactive and adaptable as priorities change.
• Has strong attention to detail and a practical approach to problem-solving.
• Is university educated with a relevant degree.

Experience with customs and/or US sales tax would be useful, as would exposure to tax technology and ERP systems. Workday experience would be advantageous.

Benefits:

• 23 days’ holiday + all public holidays, rising to 25 days after 2 years of service,

• Additional day off for your birthday,

• Private medical insurance which covers you, your cohabiting partner and children,

• Life insurance of 4 times your base salary,

• Salary sacrifice pension scheme,

• Enhanced family leave,

• Confidential Employee Assistance Program,

• Cycle to work scheme.

As a growing business strengthening its governance and controls, this role plays a part in supporting high standards of integrity and accountability. 

Darktrace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Darktrace is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact your Talent Partner.