Indirect Tax Director (Consumer & Retail)

Indirect Tax Director - Consumer and Retail (Big 4)

Location: London
Grade: Director (Clear Route to Equity Partner)
Specialism: Indirect Tax Advisory & Transformation
Sector: Consumer and Retail

Role Overview

Indirect Tax Director - Consumer and Retail (Big 4)

Location: London
Grade: Director (Clear Route to Equity Partner)
Specialism: Indirect Tax Advisory & Transformation
Sector: Consumer and Retail

Role Overview

A Big 4 firm is seeking an experienced Indirect Tax Director to join its high‑growth Consumer and Retail practice. This team is the fastest‑growing area within the organisation and offers a rare opportunity to combine technical indirect tax advisory with significant involvement in tax transformation projects. Known for its strong retention, collaborative culture and forward‑thinking approach, the team provides a clearly defined pathway to Equity Partner supported by strong business cases.

Key Highlights

Clear Route to Equity Partner

The pace of growth in the Consumer and Retail sector has created genuine opportunities for Directors to progress, with a robust and credible route to equity established.

High‑Impact Advisory and Transformation Work

The role encompasses a broad mix of indirect tax advisory projects for UK and global clients, alongside the delivery of tax transformation initiatives across systems, processes, supply chains and operating models.

An Evolving Sector

The Consumer and Retail practice reflects the rapidly changing nature of consumer behaviour, digital commerce and product innovation, providing excellent ground for career development and sector specialism.

Strong Culture and Retention

The team operates with a friendly, supportive and collaborative ethos, contributing to consistently strong retention and high levels of engagement.

Technical Excellence and Innovation

The environment is at the forefront of indirect tax technical work while also integrating technology, data and automation into client solutions.

Candidate Profile

Technical Background

* Strong indirect tax technical expertise.
* Experience in Consumer and Retail is preferred, though candidates from broader sector backgrounds with a strong interest in specialising are encouraged to apply.
* Industry professionals will be considered if they can demonstrate solid advisory exposure.

Advisory and Commercial Skills

* Proven experience delivering complex advisory assignments.
* Strong business development capability, with evidence of originating or expanding client relationships at senior levels.

Leadership

* Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and develop teams.
* Comfortable collaborating across service lines on multi‑disciplinary transformation engagements.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead and develop client relationships across the Consumer and Retail portfolio.
* Deliver indirect tax advisory projects covering supply chains, cross‑border operations, e‑commerce, tax efficiency and transformation.
* Drive business development activity within a high‑growth sector.
* Contribute to market positioning, sector insights and thought leadership.
* Support and mentor a growing team of specialists.

Opportunity Summary

This position offers a rare combination of sector growth, strategic influence, high‑quality advisory work and a clear, credible progression route towards equity. It is ideally suited to a commercially minded indirect tax specialist who is motivated to build a market‑leading profile within Consumer and Retail.

Key Highlights

Clear Route to Equity Partner

The pace of growth in the Consumer and Retail sector has created genuine opportunities for Directors to progress, with a robust and credible route to equity established.

High‑Impact Advisory and Transformation Work

The role encompasses a broad mix of indirect tax advisory projects for UK and global clients, alongside the delivery of tax transformation initiatives across systems, processes, supply chains and operating models.

An Evolving Sector

The Consumer and Retail practice reflects the rapidly changing nature of consumer behaviour, digital commerce and product innovation, providing fertile ground for career development and sector specialism.

Strong Culture and Retention

The team operates with a friendly, supportive and collaborative ethos, contributing to consistently strong retention and high levels of engagement.

Technical Excellence and Innovation

The environment is at the forefront of indirect tax technical work while also integrating technology, data and automation into client solutions.

Candidate Profile

Technical Background

* Strong indirect tax technical expertise.
* Experience in Consumer and Retail is preferred, though candidates from broader sector backgrounds with a strong interest in specialising are encouraged to apply.
* Industry professionals will be considered if they can demonstrate solid advisory exposure.

Advisory and Commercial Skills

* Proven experience delivering complex advisory assignments.
* Strong business development capability, with evidence of originating or expanding client relationships at senior levels.

Leadership

* Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and develop teams.
* Comfortable collaborating across service lines on multi‑disciplinary transformation engagements.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead and develop client relationships across the Consumer and Retail portfolio.
* Deliver indirect tax advisory projects covering supply chains, cross‑border operations, e‑commerce, tax efficiency and transformation.
* Drive business development activity within a high‑growth sector.
* Contribute to market positioning, sector insights and thought leadership.
* Support and mentor a growing team of specialists.

Opportunity Summary

This position offers a rare combination of sector growth, strategic influence, high‑quality advisory work and a clear, credible progression route towards equity. It is ideally suited to a commercially minded indirect tax specialist who is motivated to build a market‑leading profile within Consumer and Retail.