Job Description

Business Divisions
Asset Management
Your role
we are looking for a VAT / Indirect Tax Specialist to join our UBS Asset Management Tax Team as an Associate Director, the job holder is expected to:

• lead the global VAT/Indirect for all business areas in Asset Management across all regions

• manage the VAT/Indirect tax risk both financially and reputationally across all regions

• implement regular reviews of the VAT risk and reporting this to the Global Head of Asset Management Tax. Implement the necessary procedures and controls to mitigate the risk

• communicate VAT/Indirect tax priorities based on changing reglatory environment, to senior management

• manage and direct the appointment of external advisors if required in relation to VAT / indirect tax topics

• monitor and lead any VAT/Indirect tax developments that will impact Asset Management

Function Category
Finance
Join us
At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We're dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. And we use artificial intelligence (AI) to work smarter and more efficiently. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That's why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we're more than ourselves.
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Contact Details
UBS Business Solutions SA
UBS Recruiting
Your team
The role will be in the Asset Management business division (within the Asset Management COO Area) and will report to the EMEA Head of AM Traditional Tax Team, who is located in London.
As well as working closely with the Asset Management business, the job holder will work with the global Asset Management Tax team as well as with the UBS Group Tax colleagues.
Your expertise
the job holder should have very strong communication and leadership skills, with a confident appearance and a willingness to work in a collaborative and international team environment. Specific knowledge and experience required includes:

• qualified Tax professional (Chartered Accountant, Chartered Tax Advisor, Tax Lawyer or equivalent) or Legal / Regulatory background with tax experience

• experience in VAT and indirect tax topics

• 6+ years Financial Services tax experience gained in a 'Big Four' Accounting or Law firm; or in house tax experience gained in a Financial Services firm

• knowledge and experience in transfer pricing

• high standing in the tax profession and ability to represent fully and professionally the interests of UBS in industry and government bodies

fluency in English. German language would be a benefit.
About us
UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. We also provide diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS is present in more than 50 markets around the globe.
We know that great work is never done alone. That's why we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we're more than ourselves. Want to find out more? Visit .

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