About this role
<p><strong>About the role</strong></p> <p>We are looking for an experienced VAT Manager to join our Luxembourg Indirect Tax team, focusing on <strong>VAT compliance services for an international client portfolio</strong>.</p> <p>In this role, you will combine <strong>technical VAT expertise, client relationship management and team leadership</strong>, ensuring high-quality delivery of VAT compliance services while acting as a key point of contact for day-to-day client queries and complex technical matters.</p> <p>You will work with a diverse range of international clients, primarily in the <strong>financial sector (Private Equity, Real Estate, Funds</strong><strong>, Capital Markets and corporates)</strong>, and collaborate closely with internal teams including Finance and operational departments.</p> <div align="center"><hr align="center" size="2" width="100%"></div> <p><strong>Key responsibilities</strong></p> <p><strong>1) VAT compliance & technical expertise</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Oversee the preparation and review of VAT returns and related compliance obligations for an international client portfolio</li> <li>Ensure timely and accurate delivery of all VAT compliance services</li> <li>Act as the main contact for <strong>day-to-day VAT queries</strong>, providing practical and technically sound guidance to clients</li> <li>Handle and resolve <strong>complex VAT technical matters independently</strong>, ensuring appropriate documentation and follow-up</li> <li>Maintain strong knowledge of Luxembourg VAT rules and their practical application across different industries</li> </ul> <div align="center"><hr align="center" size="2" width="100%"></div> <p><strong>2) Client relationship management</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Manage a portfolio of international clients and act as their primary VAT contact</li> <li>Build strong relationships and develop a good understanding of clients’ business activities</li> <li>Ensure a high level of responsiveness and service quality in all interactions</li> <li>Coordinate with internal departments (including Finance) and external stakeholders where required</li> <li>Support onboarding of new clients and ensure smooth integration into the team</li> </ul> <div align="center"><hr align="center" size="2" width="100%"></div> <p><strong>3) Team leadership & offshore coordination</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Supervise, guide and review the work performed by the local team and <strong>offshore service centre</strong></li> <li>Ensure consistent quality standards and efficient workflow across onshore and offshore teams</li> <li>Coach and develop team members, providing technical support and feedback</li> <li>Contribute to recruitment, onboarding and performance management activities</li> <li>Promote knowledge sharing and continuous development within the team</li> </ul> <div align="center"><hr align="center" size="2" width="100%"></div> <p><strong>4) Operational & financial management</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Oversee invoicing processes and ensure effective follow-up</li> <li>Optimise processes and workflows to improve efficiency and service delivery</li> <li>Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures and regulatory requirements (including AML)</li> </ul> <div align="center"><hr align="center" size="2" width="100%"></div> <p><strong>5) Contribution to team and business development</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Support the growth of the VAT compliance practice through active involvement in process improvements and new initiatives</li> <li>Identify opportunities to expand services within the existing client base</li> <li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders to strengthen the overall Tax Services offering</li> </ul> <div align="center"><hr align="center" size="2" width="100%"></div> <p><strong>Your profile</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>University degree in Tax, Accounting or Law, with a focus on Indirect Tax</li> <li>Minimum 5 years of experience in Luxembourg VAT, with strong exposure to <strong>VAT compliance</strong></li> <li>Solid technical knowledge of Luxembourg VAT and ability to deal with practical technical issues independently</li> <li>Experience managing client relationships and coordinating with multiple stakeholders</li> <li>Experience supervising teams, including working with offshore resources is an advantage</li> <li>Fluent in English; French or German is a strong asset</li> <li>Strong organisational and communication skills with attention to detail</li> <li>Proactive, hands-on and solution-oriented mindset</li> </ul> <div align="center"><hr align="center" size="2" width="100%"></div> <p><strong>Why join us?</strong></p> <ul> <li>Exposure to a <strong>diverse and international client base</strong> across PE, Real Estate, Funds and corporates</li> <li>Opportunity to handle <strong>complex and varied VAT compliance situations</strong></li> <li>Key role combining <strong>technical expertise, client interaction and team management</strong></li> <li>Opportunity to manage and optimise offshore delivery model</li> <li>A dynamic and growing environment with opportunities for development</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Hands-on role with end-to-end ownership of VAT compliance</li> </ul>