International Indirect Tax Manager

King & Spalding is a leading global law firm with a commitment to excellence, innovation, and the seamless delivery of legal services. We harness innovative technology and exceptional talent to meet the complex needs of our clients in a fast-paced and dynamic legal landscape. 

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on International Indirect Tax Manager to oversee VAT compliance and drive operational improvements across our firm’s global footprint, with a particular focus on Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific (EMEA & APAC). This is a key role within the tax function, requiring both technical VAT expertise and the ability to lead and influence teams in a complex, cross-border environment. This role offers a collaborative and supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work closely with a diverse team of experts and have the chance to make a significant impact on our Firm’s success.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage end-to-end VAT compliance processes across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring accurate and timely filings in accordance with local regulations.
• Serve as the firm’s internal point of contact for indirect tax matters in EMEA and APAC, coordinating with external advisors and internal finance teams.
• Oversee self-billing compliance requirements, particularly with respect to self-employed lawyers in key jurisdictions, ensuring alignment with VAT rules and documentation standards.
• Identify, develop, and implement process improvements and automation opportunities to streamline VAT reporting and reduce risk.
• Collaborate with local finance teams, practice group leaders, and external vendors to ensure VAT compliance on cross-border billing arrangements and interoffice transactions.
• Assist with structuring cross-border billing arrangements in compliance with applicable tax treaty requirements and local withholding tax obligations and prepare necessary documentation (e.g. India 10-F, TRCs, etc).
• Provide technical guidance and training to internal teams on VAT treatment of legal services, particularly in areas where local rules may differ or be evolving.
• Monitor global VAT developments and collaborate with Financial Systems & Billing Teams to ensure compliance with electronic invoicing mandates.
• Support VAT audits and inquiries, working with local authorities and legal counsel where needed.
• Opportunities to support HR function with research/decision-making on global mobility tax issues, secondments, and cross-border employment.
• Coach and manage junior tax and finance professionals to drive accountability and timely execution of compliance tasks.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 5–8 years of experience in international indirect tax, with a strong focus on VAT compliance and advisory in a multinational or professional services environment.
• Proven success in leading process improvements and implementing scalable VAT solutions.
• Demonstrated understanding of self-billing arrangements and their VAT implications in Europe and other jurisdictions.
• Strong knowledge of VAT systems in key jurisdictions across EMEA and APAC.
• Experience managing or coordinating cross-border teams and working across time zones.
• Capable of managing multiple assignments and taking ownership of key responsibilities. 
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to convey complex tax issues to non-tax professionals.
• Experience in the legal services sector or another professional services industry is highly preferred.
• Proficiency with law firm technology platforms (e.g., Aderant, Elite3) is a plus.
• Highly proficient technical skills in MS Office (Word and Advanced Excel)
• Must have ‘can do’ attitude and willing to do what it takes to meet tight deadlines

The Firm offers a generous total compensation package with annual bonus in recognition of individual merit-based performance. Eligible employees may participate in King & Spalding’s comprehensive benefit program, including private medical insurance with Bupa, life assurance (4x salary), critical illness insurance (2x salary) and income protection insurance, 7% firm pension contribution, gym membership/wellness allowance contribution, Employee Assistance Programme, season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme and 25 days annual holiday.

King & Spalding LLP (K&S) is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all state, federal, and local laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other status protected by applicable law.

We are proud of our remarkably cohesive culture, which now encompasses more than 2,500 lawyers and business professionals worldwide. We seek to attract and develop the very best talent to work with us.