Practice Areas
Nathalie specializes in VAT and indirect taxation, advising French and international clients across a wide range of industries. Her expertise covers all aspects of indirect taxes, from structuring efficient VAT and customs regimes to optimizing supply chains and managing tax audits and litigation. She is also highly skilled in tax technology (E-invoicing). A member of APTE, IACF, and the VAT Committee of CFE, Nathalie regularly contributes articles to leading publications and frequently appears on BFM Business—France’s premier business news channel—to discuss indirect taxation and several topics (Brexit, E-commerce, E-invoicing).
Career
Since joining Arsene in 2008, Nathalie has steadily advanced through multiple promotions, culminating in her appointment as Partner in 2020. Over the years, she has built and led a dedicated team, expanding it from 2 to 9 professionals exclusively focused on indirect tax challenges. With 17 years of experience, she supports French and international businesses in navigating the complexities of VAT and indirect taxation, from strategic planning to operational efficiency, as well as tax audits and litigation. Thanks to her comprehensive 360° approach, Nathalie enables clients to seize opportunities and mitigate risks with clear, tailored strategies at both national and international levels.
Professional Memberships
Member of IACF (Institut des Avocats Conseils Fiscaaux) - VAT Commission
Member of A3F (Association Française des Femmes Fiscalistes)
Member of CFE (Confédération fiscale Européenne)
Member of APTE (Association pour la Promotion des Techniques Ecologiques)
Board Member of 2ISF (Institut International des Sciences Fiscales)
Publications
Passionate about sharing knowledge, I am the author of the first Practical Guide to VAT – E-commerce, published in 2022 by LexisNexis. I also contribute specialized articles to Jurisclasseur, Revue de Droit Fiscal, Doctrine, and serve as speaker on BFM Business.
This guide is the first comprehensive resource dedicated to VAT issues in the E-commerce sector, designed for:
• All stakeholders: E-commerce professionals, CFOs, tax experts, chartered accountants, public administrations, academics, etc.;
• Clear and practical rules in France and beyond, featuring diagrams, real-world examples, summary tables, and key recommendations;
• VAT implications for E-commerce transactions, covering both goods (B2B and B2C), including second-hand markets and overseas territories, and services delivered electronically;
• Related regulatory obligations (242 bis, DAC 7, payment liability, AGEC law, etc.);
• A deep dive into critical VAT rules affecting E-commerce, such as invoicing, VAT recovery, and the treatment of gift vouchers.
