The Senior Director, VAT Compliance leads the VAT compliance practice, focuses on client relationships, drives revenue growth, and develops service lines to enhance client experience while managing team efficiency and profitability.
Why Ryan?
Competitive Compensation and Benefits
Home Office Stipend
Business Connectivity Reimbursement (Phone/Internet)
Gym Membership or Equipment Reimbursement
LinkedIn Learning Subscription
Flexible Work Environment
Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service
Accelerated Career Path
Award-Winning Culture & Community Outreach
As a Director, you’ll be at the heart of our UK tax practice, leading client engagements, delivering high-quality corporate tax services, and shaping the next generation of tax professionals. This is a senior, delivery-focused role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and loves balancing technical expertise with leadership.
Duties and responsibilities:
People
- Manage and mentor a talented team of tax professionals.
- Foster a positive, inclusive culture where people grow and succeed.
- Drive onboarding, training, and performance initiatives.
Client
- Oversee UK corporate tax compliance and advisory services for a diverse client portfolio.
- Build strong client relationships through proactive communication and outstanding service.
- Ensure timely, accurate delivery of engagements aligned with regulatory standards.
Value
- Contribute to revenue growth through efficient project management and client retention.
- Champion process improvements and leverage tax technology tools.
- Stay ahead of UK tax legislation and share knowledge internally.
Education and Experience:
- Qualifications: ACA, CTA, or equivalent professional certification.
- Experience: Strong UK corporate tax background, ideally from a mid-tier or Big Four firm.
- Skills:
- Deep technical knowledge of UK corporate tax legislation.
- Exceptional organisational and project management abilities.
- Excellent communication - written and verbal.
- Bonus Points: Exposure to international tax, transfer pricing, or tax automation tools.
Top Skills
Excel
Microsoft Word
Outlook
PowerPoint
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