Tax Market Knowledge

Indirect tax has gained significant prominence within organisations in the UK and Europe, observes Pure’s interim tax specialist Dalia Greenwood. This emphasis has increased the demand for tax professionals in VAT project work and as permanent additions to company tax teams.

Pure's boutique tax team have a focus on recruiting for niche tax specialists and smaller independent firms. Our consultant, Paul Dunne has seen significant growth in this area recently which offers diverse and rewarding careers, with remuneration packages in many cases on a par with the larger firms.

No-one could have escaped the 2008 media focus on executive remuneration within the financial services sector. The quick buck, short-term bonus and remuneration structures failed to take into account risk which directly contributed to the current financial crisis.

We have seen a number of changes within the past year in the temporary and contract tax jobs market, Kimberley Britt, Interim Tax specialist writes.

Temporary and contract recruitment of tax professionals is becoming an extremely attractive option for clients and candidates alike. Candidates enjoy the flexibility that contract employment offers and our clients are recognising the benefits of taking on a contractor during busy periods, for special projects or to cover while the permanent recruitment process takes place.

Switzerland is strategically placed in the heart of Europe and boasts a world leading infrastructure, a sophisticated business culture and not to mention a very appealing tax rate.