Direct Tax Specialist

Do you have experience in Direct Tax or Income Tax or Corporation Tax and would like to develop your Direct Tax knowledge and work on tackling some of the UK's most challenging and complex tax issues? Are you looking for an opportunity to work with a team of experienced tax specialists and make a real impact on the UK's tax landscape? If so, we have the perfect role for you at HMRC! Job Description: At HMRC, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued and celebrated. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, as we believe that a diverse workforce is key to delivering exceptional service to the public. As a Direct Tax Technical Compliance Officer, you will be working on highly sophisticated and sensitive tax affairs across a range of dynamic customer sectors, and with a range of internal and external stakeholders. This specialist role provides an excellent opportunity for you to leverage your substantial knowledge of Direct Tax issues, to provide expert guidance and support to your team. To be successful in this role, you must possess substantial and demonstrable knowledge of Direct Tax compliance, either In Income Tax or Corporation Tax. We also welcome applications from candidates with experience that spans different types of taxes and/or customer sectors that carry large values of tax risk, including more niche areas such as R&D and Venture Capital. You will be expected to identify and address risk across multiple heads of duty in some of our investigatory roles. If you are a driven professional with a proven track record in compliance, we invite you to join our team and make a meaningful impact on the UK's tax landscape. Apply now and be part of an organization that values integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to public service. Responsibilities: - Leading and co-ordinating HMRC's engagement on tax issues with large and complex customers across varying lines of business - Conduct in-depth analyses of complex cases, identifying potential risks and areas of business non-compliance. - Develop and implement effective compliance strategies to ensure customers adhere to regulations. Lead on the communication and delivery of these compliance strategies across internal and external stakeholder groups. - Investigate multiple business and individual networks, designed to hide fraud, tackling fraudulent behaviour and/or poor compliance - Provide expert guidance and support to colleagues and stakeholders on compliance matters. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a consistent and coordinated approach to compliance. - Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and industry best practices. - Represent HMRC in meetings and discussions with external stakeholders, including businesses and professional bodies. - Lead and drive the continuous improvement of tax compliance processes and procedures. Person Specification: Essential Criteria: - Substantial and demonstrable knowledge of Direct Tax compliance principles and regulations. - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address complex issues. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to diverse audiences. - Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and build positive working relationships. - Commitment to continuous professional development and staying up to date with industry trends and best practices. Desirable Criteria: - Professional qualifications in taxation, accounting, or a related field. - Experience in conducting compliance audits or reviews. - Knowledge of other tax regimes and their interactions with Direct Tax. - Familiarity with data analysis tools and techniques. - Experience in training or mentoring colleagues on Direct Tax compliance matters. Salary and Benefits: Below are further details on salary and benefits of the role: * Alongside your salary range of £63,397 - £70,422 per annum (London) * A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 28.97% * An environment with flexible and hybrid working options. * We offer a generous leave allowance, starting at 25 days and increasing by a day for every year of qualifying service up to a maximum of 30 days. * Coaching and development tailored to your role