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Indirect Tax Director - Financial Services Brewer Morris are working with a leading international financial services organisation to appoint a senior VAT and indirect tax specialist. This is a high-profile role with responsibility for managing compliance and advisory projects across multiple jurisdictions, driving process improvements, and partnering with senior stakeholders on strategic initiatives. Overview You will oversee indirect tax compliance and governance across Europe and other international regions. The role combines technical expertise with project management and offers significant exposure to cross-border transactions, group structuring, and acquisitions. There is a strong focus on process optimisation and automation, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys improving systems and delivering best practice.Key Responsibilities Manage VAT and indirect tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.Lead reviews of existing compliance processes and implement automation and efficiency improvements.Act as a key advisor on indirect tax matters for new projects, restructures, and acquisitions.Monitor legislative changes and assess their impact on the business, communicating risks and opportunities to stakeholders.Oversee VAT governance, including risk management, controls, and compliance with regimes such as SAO.Review and optimise partial exemption methods and VAT recovery strategies.Liaise with external advisors and tax authorities, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring smooth audits.Support digital reporting initiatives, including Making Tax Digital and real-time VAT reporting in relevant jurisdictions.Draft and implement VAT policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with global standards.Collaborate with finance