VAT / Indirect Tax Specialist London, England
UBS
Full Time
London, England
40000 - 94945 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description
United Kingdom
Operations
Asset Management
Job Reference #
278855BR
City
London
Job Type
Full Time
Your role
Do you have a tax background in the finance sector? Do you know how to solve problems and increase efficiency for better performance?
We are looking for a VAT / Indirect Tax specialist to:
We are looking for a VAT / Indirect Tax specialist to:
- work with all business areas of Asset Management and take the global lead for VAT / indirect tax topics across all regions.
- have responsibility for managing VAT / indirect tax risk, both financial and reputational, across the regions. This includes implementing regular reviews of VAT risk; reporting VAT risk issues to the Global Head of Asset Management Tax; and assisting the business to implement the necessary procedures and controls to mitigate VAT risk.
- monitor any VAT / indirect tax developments which will have an impact on the Asset Management division and take the lead on driving implementation, working with the relevant business areas.
- manage and direct the appointment of external advisors if required in relation to VAT / indirect tax topics
- engage the business in VAT / indirect tax matters, reconciling the competing imperatives of the management of tax risk with commercial and regulatory drivers of the business
- ensure that the Asset Management business adhere to the UBS Tax risk policies and supplements
- provide the business with regular updates and training on VAT / indirect tax developments
Your Career Comeback
We are open to applications from career returners. Find out more about our program on ubs.com/careercomeback.
Your team
The role sits in the Asset Management business division (within the COO Area) and will report to the Global Head of the team who is located in Zürich. As well as working closely with the Asset Management business, the job holder will work with the Global Asset Management Tax team as well as with the UBS Group Tax colleagues.
Your expertise
- qualified Tax professional (Chartered Accountant, Chartered Tax Advisor, Tax Lawyer or equivalent) or Legal / Regulatory background with tax experience
- experience in VAT and indirect tax topics
- global experience within the Financial Services / Asset Management industry
- 6 years of Financial Services tax experience gained in a ‘Big Four’ Accounting or Law firm; or in house tax experience gained in a Financial Services firm
- forward looking and with strong commercial awareness, able to operate effectively and to prioritise competing demands
- ability to effectively influence and persuade all levels of management with strong communication skills
- high standing in the tax profession and ability to represent fully and professionally the interests of UBS in industry and government bodies
- fluency in spoken and written English. German language would be a benefit.
About us
UBS is the world’s largest and only truly global wealth manager. We operate through four business divisions: Global Wealth Management, Personal & Corporate Banking, Asset Management and the Investment Bank. Our global reach and the breadth of our expertise set us apart from our competitors.
With more than 70,000 employees, we have a presence in all major financial centers in more than 50 countries. Do you want to be one of us?
With more than 70,000 employees, we have a presence in all major financial centers in more than 50 countries. Do you want to be one of us?
Join us
At UBS, we embrace flexible ways of working when the role permits. We offer different working arrangements like part-time, job-sharing and hybrid (office and home) working. Our purpose-led culture and global infrastructure help us connect, collaborate, and work together in agile ways to meet all our business needs.
From gaining new experiences in different roles to acquiring fresh knowledge and skills, we know that great work is never done alone. We know that it's our people, with their unique backgrounds, skills, experience levels and interests, who drive our ongoing success. Together we’re more than ourselves. Ready to be part of #teamUBS and make an impact?
From gaining new experiences in different roles to acquiring fresh knowledge and skills, we know that great work is never done alone. We know that it's our people, with their unique backgrounds, skills, experience levels and interests, who drive our ongoing success. Together we’re more than ourselves. Ready to be part of #teamUBS and make an impact?
Disclaimer / Policy Statements
UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.
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