Job Description

Job number

COO01254

Faculties

Chief Operating Officer (COO) Team

Departments

Finance Division

Salary or Salary range

68,005 - 77,703 per annum

Location/campus

White City Campus - Hybrid

Contract type work pattern

Full time - Open ended

Posting End Date

9 Jul 2025

About the role

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Are you a VAT expert looking to work for a highly complex and ever evolving organisation?



The Senior Tax Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance with VAT and Corporation Tax reporting requirements in the UK, and where applicable overseas.



It is their responsibility to develop a tax strategy, review and ensure the tax implication of major projects, e.g. research projects, capital projects, and to maximise the use of VAT (and tax) reliefs and exemptions where available.

What you would be doing

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Responsible for the timely and accurate submission of VAT returns for Imperial and its subsidiaries. Design and implement the VAT strategy for Imperial. Review existing procedures and implement innovative solutions to minimise VAT costs. Ensure that VAT queries arising from all parts of Imperial (capital projects, expansion plans, investment/property team, AP/AR etc) are dealt with on a timely basis. Work with the system teams to ensure that the configuration of Oracle Fusion (Imperial's ERP system) processes VAT on all purchase and revenue transactions accurately and efficiently. Work with the Global Mobility Team and other departments such as Imperial Global as required, to ensure that overseas tax issues (e.g., ensuring that GST returns are filed, employment issues and monitoring for the risk of PE creation, etc) are identified and addressed. Work with the Payroll and HR departments as required on ad hoc issues, ensuring that returns (P11D's, PSA, etc) are filed correctly and on time, and in any negotiations with HMRC. Ensure that 6 (Imperial and subsidiaries) annual corporate tax returns are filed correctly and on time. Advise on overseas withholding tax and import duties as required. Review of queries concerning CIS and submission of CIS returns where relevant on a timely basis. Engage with and educate University in all matters relating to VAT and ensure that VAT returns are submitted promptly and properly. Ensure that the potential tax implications are considered for all major business developments and tax liabilities are minimised. Working with Imperial's external advisors as appropriate. Maintain the professional relationship with HM Revenue and Customs, including leading negotiations when appropriate.

What we are looking for

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We are looking for someone who:


Has a Tax Qualification (CTA) or qualified by experience Has an Accounting Qualification or qualified by experience Has experience of filing VAT returns for large organisations, preferably a HE organisation Has experience of payroll taxes, corporation tax, VAT and overseas taxes Has knowledge of filing VAT returns, incl Capital Goods Scheme, Annual Adjustments Has strong stakeholder management skills

What we can offer you

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The opportunity to drive Tax compliance forward for a complex and ever evolving organisation. The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity. Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days' annual leave and generous pension schemes). Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme. Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel. Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

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This is a full-time, open-ended role.



Please do not apply for this role via our website. Applications must be submitted through the BLT agency



Should you require any further details on the role please contact Emma at Beament Leslie Thomas (BLT) - ejw@blt.co.uk



Due to the nature of this role, we will be shortlisting candidates as applications are received. We therefore reserve the right to close this vacancy as soon as a suitable candidate has been appointed. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as possible to avoid disappointment.

Available documents

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Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date stated should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.



If you encounter any technical issues while applying online, please don't hesitate to email us at support.jobs@imperial.ac.uk. We're here to help.

About Imperial

Welcome to Imperial, a global top ten university where scientific imagination leads to world-changing impact.



Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, here at Imperial we navigate some of the world's toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact.



As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you'll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network.



This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you'll join us at Imperial College London.

Our Culture

We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our webpages.



Our values are at the root of everything we do and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.