<div class="container-fluid iCIMSJobsTable"><div class="row"><div class="col-xs-12 title"><div id="iCIMSHeader" tabindex="-1"><h1 class="iCIMSHeader axiom0-0 axiom-scraped-0">URBN - Indirect Tax Manager</h1></div></div><div class="col-xs-6 header left"><span class="sr-only field-label">Location</span><span class=" axiom1-0 axiom-scraped-1">UK-London</span></div><div class="col-xs-6 header right"><span class="sr-only field-label">Job ID</span><span>2026-39988</span></div><div class="col-xs-12 additionalFields"><dl class="iCIMSJobHeaderGroup"><div class="iCIMSJobHeaderTag"><dt class="iCIMSJobHeaderField">Job Family</dt><dd class="iCIMSJobHeaderData"><span>Finance</span></dd></div><div class="iCIMSJobHeaderTag"><dt class="iCIMSJobHeaderField">Employee Type</dt><dd class="iCIMSJobHeaderData"><span>Regular</span></dd></div><div class="iCIMSJobHeaderTag"><dt class="iCIMSJobHeaderField">Position Type</dt><dd class="iCIMSJobHeaderData"><span>Full-Time</span></dd></div></dl></div></div></div><h2 class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoFieldJob">About Us</h2><div class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoMsgJob"><div class="iCIMSExpandableContainer"><div class="iCIMSExpandableText"><p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span>URBN UK Limited is part of the URBN Group, a global retailer, with its European Head Office located in London. Its retail offering in Europe takes the form of three brands.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px 0px 15px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><br><span>With stores in more than 10 European countries and a strong e-commerce presence, we’re driven by the same core values as our customers, and we approach our work with a sense of community and purpose that sets our brands apart. We love what we do.</span></p></div></div></div><h2 class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoFieldJob">Role Summary</h2><div class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoMsgJob"><div class="iCIMSExpandableContainer"><div class="iCIMSExpandableText"><p style="margin: 0px;">Own the indirect tax strategy, risk management, and compliance framework for a multichannel (retail store, online and wholesale) business trading across the UK and EU. Act as the senior in-house authority on VAT/GST matters, advising the business on the tax implications of commercial and supply chain decisions, and representing the company with tax authorities, advisors, and auditors.</p></div></div></div><h2 class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoFieldJob">What You'll Be Doing</h2><div class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoMsgJob"><div class="iCIMSExpandableContainer"><div class="iCIMSExpandableText"><table dir="ltr" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" data-sheets-root="1" data-sheets-baot="1"><colgroup><col width="139"><col width="125"><col width="125"><col width="125"><col width="125"><col width="125"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td colspan="6" rowspan="1">• Set and own the group's indirect tax strategy across UK and EU jurisdictions, aligned with business growth (new markets, new channels, M&amp;A).</td></tr><tr><td colspan="6" rowspan="1">• Act as the primary point of contact with HMRC and EU tax authorities on indirect tax matters, including audits, disputes, and rulings.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="6" rowspan="1">• Own the indirect tax risk register; identify, quantify, and mitigate VAT/GST exposures across the group.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="6" rowspan="1">• Advise senior stakeholders (Finance, Supply Chain, Compliance, Legal) on the VAT impact of new business models — e.g. click &amp; collect, cross-border fulfilment, OSS/IOSS schemes.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="6" rowspan="1">• Partner with the USA Tax team and build a strong relationship and communication channel.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="6" rowspan="1">• Oversee the design and operation of indirect tax controls (SAO/Tax Control Framework equivalent) and ensure Making Tax Digital and equivalent EU e-invoicing/reporting obligations are met.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="6" rowspan="1">• Lead on post-Brexit VAT structuring, including import VAT, triangulation, and place-of-supply planning across multiple EU warehouses/fulfilment centres.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="6" rowspan="1">• Own external advisor relationships and manage the indirect tax budget.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="6" rowspan="1">• Lead, develop, and manage the Indirect Tax Manager and Specialist; set objectives and oversee capability building across the team.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="6" rowspan="1">• Own technology strategy for indirect tax — e.g. tax engines (Avalara, Vertex, Sovos), ERP VAT determination logic, and automation of returns/reporting.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="6" rowspan="1">• Report indirect tax risk and performance to senior leadership</td></tr><tr><td colspan="6" rowspan="1">• Horizon-scan for legislative change (e.g. EU VAT in the Digital Age (ViDA), UK VAT policy changes, Northern Ireland Protocol developments) and translate into business impact assessments.</td></tr></tbody></table></div></div></div><h2 class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoFieldJob">What You'll Need</h2><div class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoMsgJob"><div class="iCIMSExpandableContainer"><div class="iCIMSExpandableText"><table dir="ltr" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" data-sheets-root="1" data-sheets-baot="1"><colgroup><col width="139"><col width="125"><col width="125"><col width="125"><col width="125"><col width="125"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td colspan="6" rowspan="1">• CTA / ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent), indirect tax experience, including significant in-house leadership experience in retail, e-commerce, or FMCG.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="6" rowspan="1">• Deep technical expertise in UK and EU VAT, including cross-border supply chains, OSS/IOSS, customs/import VAT interaction, and marketplace VAT rules.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="6" rowspan="1">• Proven experience managing tax authority audits/disputes and engaging with senior stakeholders and Boards.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="6" rowspan="1">• Strong people leadership experience; track record of building and developing tax teams.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="6" rowspan="1">• Experience with tax technology and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and VAT determination/automation tools.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="6" rowspan="1">• Excellent commercial judgement — able to translate complex technical VAT issues into practical business guidance.</td></tr></tbody></table></div></div></div><h2 class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoFieldJob">The Perks</h2><div class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoMsgJob"><div class="iCIMSExpandableContainer"><div class="iCIMSExpandableText"><ul class="igtlr2 igtldd igtljl igtl5u"><li class="igtlrt"><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong class="igtlrz">Work-life Balance</strong></p><ul class="igtlr2 igtldd igtljl igtl5u"><li class="igtlrt">Flexible start and finish times</li><li class="igtlrt">Bring your dog to work</li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong class="igtlrz">Wellbeing</strong></p><ul class="igtlr2 igtldd igtljl igtl5u"><li class="igtlrt">Employees Assistance program to support with mental, physical and financial health</li><li class="igtlrt">Fully equipped free gym and on-site wellness room in Brick Lane and 50% discount of external gym memberships</li><li class="igtlrt">Private Medical Insurance</li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong class="igtlrz">Employee Discount</strong></p><ul class="igtlr2 igtldd igtljl igtl5u"><li class="igtlrt">Up to 40% off at all URBN Brands!</li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong class="igtlrz">Community</strong></p><ul class="igtlr2 igtldd igtljl igtl5u"><li class="igtlrt">One paid day to either volunteer or fundraise for a charity of your choice</li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong class="igtlrz">Travel</strong></p><ul class="igtlr2 igtldd igtljl igtl5u"><li class="igtlrt">Cycle to work scheme</li><li class="igtlrt">Season ticket loan</li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong class="igtlrz">Continued Development</strong></p><ul class="igtlr2 igtldd igtljl igtl5u"><li class="igtlrt">We offer structured support within the business alongside continued learning and development</li></ul></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;">&nbsp;</p></div></div></div><h2 class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoFieldJob">Equal Opportunity Statement</h2><div class="iCIMSInfoMsg iCIMSInfoMsgJob"><div class="iCIMSExpandableContainer"><div class="iCIMSExpandableText"><p style="font-size:13px;font-family:verdana">URBN is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. 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