Senior Manager - Employment Tax - London/Birmingham/Leeds

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The Opportunity

EY Tax is a market leader, renowned for delivering sustainable growth and empowering our people to shape their own careers. Our diverse, collaborative team advises on high-profile transactions, combining technical expertise, innovation and a genuine focus on continuous development. Join us to work on challenging, multi-country projects in a supportive, dynamic environment where your impact truly matters.

Joining the Reward Employment Tax team at EY presents unparalleled opportunities to foster client relationships in your career and engage in the comprehensive management of our services. As we aim to expand PAS and achieve our goals, we're looking to welcome an Employment Tax Senior Manager to our dynamic team to lead the development of business in London. 

Key responsibilities:

Responsible for Employment Tax business development in Yorkshire & the North-East of England (“YNE”) and client pursuit efforts through involvement in preparing proposals and delivering presentations to potential clients

Support and development of junior members of the team and help grow the Employment Tax business at EY in YNE

To deliver employment tax compliance and advice to clients in a broad range of industry sectors

Be up to date with key technical and functional skills, and with industry, business and leadership skills & knowledge - and share this expertise with others

Take a role in the management of the successful delivery of technically complex and demanding consulting projects, ensuring technical excellence and practical / business driven approach

To win and sustain client confidence

To build opportunities to capture new business and develop client relationships

Be confident and effective in recognising and managing potential issues during client assignments

Structure and manage projects or programmes of work which meet and exceed client expectations and mitigate any risks or issues

About you

Experience of employment tax gained in consultancy, legal firm and/or large global corporate

Have strong personal impact and resilience, and be able to influence and persuade clients and stakeholders at all levels to gain support for major changes and key decisions

Working and technical understanding of key employment tax issues including:

Expenses and Benefits (PSAs and P11Ds)

Employment Status (IR35 and self-employed)

Payroll (PAYE, RTI, apprenticeship levy, audits)

Construction Industry Scheme

Termination Payments
Pensions

National Minimum Wage

Dealing with HMRC, audits, disclosure

SAO and CCO

Understanding of equity plans (basic understanding)

Business development skills, able to identify and convert opportunities to sell work

Proven track record in project management and delivery

Change orientated with flexible approach

Be professional, quickly establishing personal credibility and demonstrating expertise.

Take a practical approach to solving issues and gaining client agreement

Be able to analyse complex problems and to deliver insightful, practical, and sustainable solutions

Focus on achieving project / programme goals and objectives

High quality deliverables including clear and concise technical guidance

Be adept at overcoming issues and barriers

Identify and discuss opportunities to delegate work to less experienced team members and facilitate learning

Be skilled in facilitating and encouraging collaboration amongst team members, and capable of motivating teams to maximise performance

Provide timely, authentic, and constructive feedback to colleagues and seek feedback in return. 

Ideally have the ATT and/or CTA qualifications

Qualifications

ATT or CTA (or equivalent) preferred.

What We Offer

Global Exposure – Work with international clients and teams across EY’s global network.

Career Progression – Develop new skills, lead high-impact projects, and shape your career path.

Support & Coaching – Learn from industry leaders and receive mentoring at every stage.

Flexible Working – We support hybrid working and encourage a healthy work-life balance (minimum two days in the office).

Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and exclusive EY perks.

Inclusive Culture – Thrive in an environment that values authenticity, diversity, and inclusion

Ready to lead, inspire, and make an impact? Apply now!  

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