**Tax Advisor

• VAT**
  FedEx | Location: UK, Hungary, Poland, or Portugal

FedEx is looking for a skilled and commercially minded Tax Advisor

• VAT to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting VAT compliance, advisory work, and strategic tax initiatives across multiple European markets.

If you are passionate about indirect tax, enjoy working in an international environment, and want to influence business decisions in one of the world’s most admired companies, we would love to hear from you.

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About FedEx

FedEx is the world’s largest express transportation company, connecting more than 220 countries and territories and delivering what matters most to customers every single day.

With a global team of more than 530,000 professionals, we are united by a shared commitment to service excellence, innovation, and reliability. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and their dedication helps create outstanding experiences for customers around the world.

At FedEx, our scale is global, our ambitions are bold, and our culture is built on collaboration, care, and continuous improvement. Join us and help shape the next chapter of our journey.

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Role Overview

As a Tax Advisor

• VAT, you will act as a trusted subject matter expert, supporting the business on a broad range of VAT matters. You will provide practical advice, strengthen compliance frameworks, support audits and reporting activities, and work closely with colleagues across functions as well as external advisors and tax authorities.

This role offers the opportunity to combine technical expertise with business partnership in a dynamic multinational environment.

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Key Responsibilities

VAT Advisory

You will provide clear, practical, and technically sound VAT advice to the business, ensuring compliance while supporting efficient transaction structuring.

• Advise on VAT compliance and tax-efficient transaction models

• Partner with internal stakeholders and external tax advisors across Europe

• Respond to day-to-day VAT queries from the business in a timely and pragmatic way

• Review business projects and transactions to ensure VAT compliance and optimization

VAT Reporting & E-Invoicing

You will support VAT reporting initiatives and contribute to projects involving e-invoicing and indirect tax data processes.

• Provide advisory support on VAT reporting requirements

• Support e-invoicing projects across local and cross-border operations

• Help ensure the accuracy, consistency, and efficiency of VAT data submissions

• Monitor compliance with relevant reporting obligations across multiple jurisdictions

Audit & Tax Authority Support

You will play an important role in managing VAT audits and responding to questions raised by tax authorities.

• Assist with VAT audits across European jurisdictions

• Prepare supporting documentation and well-structured responses

• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to ensure smooth handling of tax authority inquiries

• Help maintain compliance with local legislative requirements

Tax Control Framework

You will contribute to building and strengthening a robust indirect tax control environment.

• Support the development of indirect tax policies and procedures

• Enhance the VAT control framework through process improvements and testing

• Promote operational efficiency while maintaining strong compliance standards

• Identify opportunities to improve governance and reduce tax risk

VAT Awareness & Training

You will help build VAT knowledge across the organisation by translating technical tax requirements into practical business guidance.

• Deliver VAT awareness sessions and targeted training

• Provide practical recommendations to business teams

• Keep colleagues informed about VAT legislative changes across Europe

• Encourage a proactive and informed approach to VAT compliance

Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management

You will build strong working relationships internally and externally to support effective VAT management.

• Collaborate with teams across the business to align on VAT requirements

• Influence cross-functional stakeholders on compliance-related matters

• Maintain relationships with tax authorities, industry bodies, and external consultants

• Stay current on regulatory developments and best practices

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What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a confident and experienced VAT professional who combines deep technical knowledge with strong interpersonal and commercial skills.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in Tax Law or Fiscal Economics

• Minimum 6 years’ experience in VAT advisory

• Experience gained in a combination of Big 4 and in-house environments is highly desirable

• Strong experience providing independent VAT advice

• Proven ability to apply complex technical concepts to practical business situations

Languages

• Excellent written and verbal English

• Proficiency in at least one additional language

Key Skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to work with senior leadership

• Excellent analytical thinking, judgement, and decision-making ability

• High level of flexibility and adaptability

• Innovative, solutions-focused mindset

• Confidence in working independently and managing priorities effectively

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What We Offer

At FedEx, we invest in our people and provide the tools, support, and opportunities needed to build a rewarding career.

• Attractive compensation package

• Training and onboarding support to help you get started

• On-the-job learning opportunities

• Access to extensive learning resources to support your development

• Tuition Assistance Program
  *Applicable to FedEx positions with a permanent contract

• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family during difficult life situations

• Reduced-rate employee shipping

• Excellent career progression opportunities

• The chance to work for one of the world’s most admired and trusted brands

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Working Pattern

• Hours: 37.5 hours per week

• Shift pattern: To be confirmed

• Salary: To be confirmed

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Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Opportunity

At FedEx, diversity and inclusion go far beyond the workplace. It is reflected in the cultures we celebrate, the dreams we support, and the global community we continue to build together.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone has the opportunity to grow and succeed.

FedEx in the UK is proud to be Disability Confident ‘Committed’.

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Why FedEx

FedEx has consistently been recognised as one of the world’s most admired companies. Our reputation is built not only on the strength of our network, but on the strength of our people.

Every day, we deliver transportation and business solutions to customers across the globe. That success is made possible by talented team members who bring dedication, expertise, and care to everything they do.

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Our Philosophy: People-Service-Profit

Our People-Service-Profit (P-S-P) philosophy guides every decision, policy, and action at FedEx.

We believe that when we take care of our people, they deliver outstanding service to our customers. In turn, that service drives the profitability that allows us to invest back into the business and back into our people.

This philosophy creates a workplace where innovation, quality, and customer focus can thrive—and where every team member’s contribution is valued.

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Our Culture

FedEx has built a distinctive culture that has been central to our success since the early 1970s. While systems and processes can be copied, culture cannot. It is one of the key reasons we continue to grow and compete successfully on a global scale.

Our values come to life through the behaviours, actions, and collaboration of our people around the world. When you join FedEx, you become part of a culture that is proud, people-first, and driven by purpose.

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Apply Now

If you are ready to bring your VAT expertise to a global organisation where your impact will be recognised and valued, we encourage you to apply for the Tax Advisor

• VAT position at FedEx.

Join FedEx and help deliver what matters.