Managed & Professional Services·Full-Time·Portugal
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The digitization of tax compliance is fundamentally changing global commerce and how businesses need to operate and grow. Governments now have real-time visibility into business data, creating new challenges and new opportunities for organizations around the world. At Sovos, we're transforming tax compliance from a business requirement into a driver of growth through AI-powered technology that delivers the accurate, real-time insights businesses need to make smarter decisions.
We're solving more than today's tax compliance challenges. We're helping reshape global economies by enabling organizations to navigate increasingly complex and rapidly changing regulatory environments with confidence – and helping communities thrive.
AI is accelerating what's possible, enabling tax and technology professionals to more effectively drive critical regulatory decisions. That's where Sovos excels, combining intelligent technology with human expertise to help customers stay ahead of change.
Don't worry if you don't check every box. We're focused on hiring great people, not perfect resumes. It's less about what you've done elsewhere and more about what you're capable of doing here.
The Role
At Sovos, we're helping businesses meet complex VAT compliance obligations across Europe and beyond. As a Compliance Services Associate in Portugal, you'll support international clients with their VAT filings while building foundational skills in tax compliance. No prior tax experience is required, just curiosity, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. This is an excellent opportunity to launch or pivot your career in a niche field with strong long-term growth potential.
More specifically, you will:
- Validate client data using in-house tools and confirm VAT amounts with guidance from senior colleagues.
- Support the preparation of VAT returns and related documentation, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
- Communicate with clients as part of daily service delivery, building strong professional relationships.
- Flag issues early, prioritise tasks, and help coordinate solutions with support from your team and specialist departments.
- Participate in client meetings when appropriate and support progress toward client goals and deliverables.
- Leverage AI tools and digital workflows to improve efficiency and data accuracy in compliance processes.
What You Bring to Sovos
- Demonstrated ability through work, academic projects, or internships; bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred (university projects and internships count).
- You've built some early experience in client service, administration, finance, or data-related tasks, whether through work, internships, or academic projects.
- Basic Excel knowledge or a willingness to learn it quickly. We'll help you build this skill.
- Strong communication skills and a customer service mindset, with good organisational ability and time management.
- Comfortable working with data, structured processes, and AI-assisted workflows.
- You notice patterns in data, take initiative on problems, and build skills quickly in a collaborative team environment. Additional European language skills are a bonus.
- Due to client contractual obligations, the successful candidate will be asked to clear a background check upon hire.
The Process
We believe in a transparent and comprehensive hiring process. Here's what you might expect:
1. Pre-Employment Assessment
Regionally specific assessments we use to mitigate bias and give every applicant a fair shot.
2. Video Interview
A chance to meet as many qualified applicants as possible and get to know you beyond your resume.
3. Meeting with a Recruiter
A conversation to talk through the role, your experience, and your goals.
4. Live Interviews with the Hiring Team
Meet the people you'll work with and dig into the day-to-day of the role.
Life at Sovos
The tools to enhance your life - because we want you to enjoy your life outside of work and inside!
- Global Mentoring Programs
- AI Tools and Technology from Day 1
- Continuous Learning and Development
- Language Learning Support
- Global Employee Recognition Platform and Programs
- Global Parental Leave Policy
- Health Insurance (company paid)
- Life Insurance
- Personal Accidents Insurance
- Meal Allowance
- Flexible Benefits Platform
- Generous annual leave plus additional company days
- 13th and 14th month allowances
Sovos is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment that celebrates diversity and where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate against race, colour, religions, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic provided by law. At Sovos, all employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work.
Sovos is transforming tax compliance from a business requirement to a force for growth. Our flagship product, the Sovos Compliance Cloud platform, enables businesses to identify, determine, and report on every tax obligation across the globe. Sovos processes nearly 20 billion transactions per year, helping companies scale their compliance strategy in 150+ countries.
More than 100,000 customers – including half the Fortune 500 – trust Sovos’ tax and regulatory expertise and unparalleled integration with their business applications. Learn more at sovos.com.
We'd love to hear from you. Use the Apply button at the top of this page to submit your application
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Skills Required
- Demonstrated ability through work, academic projects, or internships
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Early experience in client service, administration, finance, or data-related tasks
- Basic Excel knowledge or willingness to learn quickly
- Strong communication skills and a customer service mindset
- Good organisational ability and time management
- Comfort working with data, structured processes, and AI-assisted workflows
- Ability to notice data patterns, take initiative, and learn quickly
- Background check upon hire
Sovos Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Sovos and has not been reviewed or approved by Sovos.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible or unlimited time off is broadly offered and stands out as a strong aspect of the package. While usage may depend on workload and manager norms, the breadth of the policy is clear.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave is included, with examples of extended maternity and multi‑week leave for other parents. This support complements wider family‑oriented resources.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellness resources, donation matching, volunteer time off, recognition programs, and structured development/mentorship are part of a broad offering. Remote/flexible work options and community perks further bolster everyday wellbeing.
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What We Do
Sovos provides businesses with the confidence needed to navigate an increasingly regulated world. Offering a modern, IT driven response to compliance, Sovos’ solutions are scalable, reliable and secure and provide a great user experience. Sovos has more than 100,000 customers, including half the Fortune 500, as well as businesses of every size operating in more than 70 countries. The company’s cloud-based solutions integrate with a wide variety of business applications and government compliance processes. Sovos has employees throughout the Americas and Europe and is owned by Hg and TA Associates.
Why Work With Us
We are dedicated to being a place where people truly enjoy being. We promote internally and offer a variety of development programs internally. Tax and the regulatory compliance space is also an incredibly stable industry! It changes a lot (because, tax!) but it is never going away. It is always something businesses will have to do!
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