Kalpesh Patel

Kalpesh Patel is an experienced tax professional currently serving as the Head of International & Indirect Tax at Linklaters since January 2007, where responsibilities include managing UK, European, and GCC VAT matters, advising on permanent establishment risks, and overseeing corporate tax compliance across various regions. Kalpesh has led key initiatives such as the implementation of the EU Directive on Mandatory Disclosure Rules and has managed a team. Prior experience includes roles as Tax Manager at Interbrew and InBev, focusing on corporate tax compliance and VAT audits, as well as a position at Whitbread as an Accountant involved in monthly reconciliation processes. Kalpesh holds a BA (Hons) in Accounting and Business from London Metropolitan University.