Tax Manager - Grade 8

University of Liverpool - Directorate of Finance - Finance Office

Location:	Liverpool
Salary:	£47,389 to £59,966 per annum
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Permanent
Placed On:	2nd April 2026
Closes:	30th April 2026
Job Ref:	108733

The Tax Manager will lead the University’s VAT compliance and advisory functions, ensuring adherence to UK and international VAT legislation. The postholder will provide expert guidance on complex VAT matters, support strategic financial planning, and contribute to the development of tax-efficient practices across the University and its subsidiaries.

As a senior finance professional within the University, you will play a prominent role, manage the VAT function and provide operational leadership. Working at the heart of a vibrant and diverse academic environment, you will ensure services are delivered to high standards, manage performance and service metrics, and guide a team of professional support staff that reflects the University’s commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.

Reporting to the Head of Tax, you will be an experienced and highly motivated individual with knowledge of working in a large complex organisation who is able to perform effectively under significant pressure, continuously working within tight deadlines and is expected to act independently with little direct supervision from the line manager.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Liverpool is committed to enhancing workforce diversity. We actively seek to attract, develop, and retain colleagues with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all genders/gender identities, Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, individuals living with a disability, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

For full details and to apply online, please visit: recruit.liverpool.ac.uk