An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic individual to join our EMEA VAT team as a VAT Manager.  The role offers the chance to work at the intersection of business, finance and technology in one of the largest global banks.  The candidate will have the privilege of working with a diverse global team supporting the EMEA region.  The position is based in London and offers a hybrid working model.

As a VAT Manager - Associate in the Indirect Tax (VAT) team you will be responsible for reporting to a team member who manages the EMEA intercompany aspects of JPM and the Trade Finance business.

Job Responsibilities

Understanding and advising on JPM’s intercompany relationships/ how this relates to the revenue and expenses generated by the businesses across products. Partner with the tax technology programme to ensure VAT considerations for intercompany services are operationalised. Work with broader teams across the firm to support the understanding and management of VAT risk on inter-company expenses.  Understanding expense allocation processes and working with finance, business, and tax teams to advise on inclusion into VAT recovery and compliance processes.  Developing knowledge of UK and other EMEA VAT regimes that are applicable (both tax technical and practical) and staying abreast of changes in VAT legislation, ensuring the business remains compliant.  Advising/training internal stakeholders, for example, teams processing the intercompany attributions. Communicating VAT risks succinctly and clearly to non-tax colleagues. Reviewing tax compliance submissions. Escalating risks internally within the team as appropriate. Working with external tax advisors, as well as partnering internally with global Corporate Tax colleagues (including colleagues covering transfer pricing and directs taxes) and non-tax colleagues (such as the Business, Legal, Finance, Operations etc.).   

Required Qualifications, Skills and Capabilities

Bachelor’s or master’s degree.  VAT advisory experience A detailed understanding of UK/EU VAT principles, A knowledge of VAT compliance requirements and processes. Strong communication and written skills and the ability to work well in a team. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to formulate commercially sound solutions. Quick learner with a positive attitude and professionalism. Being able to work independently, managing own workload and projects.  Strong interpersonal skills to build working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. 

Preferred Qualifications, Skills and Capabilities

Accounting or Tax qualification, e.g. CTA indirect tax route, preferable. VAT advisory experience preferably Manager level at Big 4 or equivalent in-house.  Knowledge/experience of VAT issues in the FS sector being desirable Functional knowledge of MS Excel, PowerPoint and other applications is also desirable.