EY
Senior Manager - Employment Tax - London/Birmingham/Manchester/Reading/Bristol
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Employment Tax Senior Manager – YNE
EY
About the Role
At EY, you’ll have the opportunity to build a career tailored to your strengths, backed by global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology. This role allows you to shape your path while driving EY’s evolution. Join our Employment Tax team—a pioneering group focused on high-growth initiatives, collaborative projects, and continuous professional development.
Our Reward Employment Tax team is seeking a ** Senior Manager** to expand the Permanent Advisory Services (PAS) line in London, with a strong emphasis on business development and leadership in the Yorkshire and North East of England (YNE) region.
This dynamic role will involve:
- Driving client relationships and business development in one of the UK’s most strategic regions.
- Leading complex employment tax projects with cross-border implications.
- Mentoring junior team members and scaling EY’s Employment Tax services.
- Delivering high-value solutions to clients across diverse industries.
Responsibilities
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Business Development & Client Engagement
- Own employment tax business development in Yorkshire & North-East (YNE), including proposal preparation and client pitch presentations.
- Actively capture new business opportunities and expand existing client relationships.
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Client Service & Technical Leadership
- Provide end-to-end employment tax compliance and advisory services across sectors.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of technical, industry, business and leadership best practices, and share insights with the team.
- deliver high-profile, multi-country projects with a focus on technical excellence and client-centric strategies.
- Solve complex challenges, mitigate risks, and exceed client expectations in project delivery.
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Team Leadership & Growth
- Upskill and mentor junior team members, fostering career progression.
- Facilitate collaboration, accountability, and performance optimisation within the team.
- Identify constructive feedback opportunities (for peers and self) to drive continuous improvement.
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Stakeholder Influence & Relationship Building
- Influence and persuade clients, partners, and internal stakeholders to secure buy-in for strategic changes.
- Persuasive communication: clearly articulate technical expertise and business impact of advice.
Requirements & Qualifications
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Experience
- Proven Employment Tax expertise, gained in consulting, law firms, or multi-national corporations.
- Project management & programme management experience, with a track record of delivering high-stakes engagements.
- Strong business development acumen, able to identify, negotiate, and convert sales opportunities.
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Technical Competences
- Mastery of key employment tax topics, including:
- Expenses & Benefits (PSAs, P11Ds)
- Employment Status (IR35, self-employment models)
- Payroll, RTI submissions, apprenticeship levy, and audits
- Construction Industry Scheme (CIS)
- Termination Payments and pension-related tax considerations
- National Minimum Wage compliance, HMRC interactions (SAOs, CCGs), and audit defence
- Equity plans (foundational knowledge)
- Ability to analyse technical issues, propose sustainable solutions, and gain client alignment.
- Mastery of key employment tax topics, including:
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Leadership & Behavioural Traits
- Resilience and personal impact—highly influential with stakeholders at all levels.
- Demonstrates change-oriented leadership and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
- Oversight of issues—successfully anticipates challenges and pivots to minimise client disruption.
- High-quality delivery: clear, concisely communicated technical guidance and flawless project execution.
- Delegation & collaboration: empowers junior team members, fosters cross-team synergy.
- Feedback culture: open to receiving and providing constructive, developmental feedback.
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- Preferred
- Holding the ATT (Toronto) or CTA (UK) qualifications, or equivalent recognised certification.
Benefits
EY’s Total Rewards package ensures a fulfilling and competitive career journey:
- Global Leadership Exposure: Work with EY’s diverse global clients and collaborative teams on international projects.
- Career Growth Framework: Upskill through high-impact projects, pivotal industry connections, and leadership pathways.
- Mentorship & Career Coaching: Access insights from EY industry leaders and tailored guidance at every stage.
- Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid model with commitments to 2 days per week in the office, balanced by remote flexibility.
- Competitive Remuneration & Benefits: Tied to performance, including generous healthcare, pension, and commutable extra perks.
- Inclusive Culture: Thriving environment that values authenticity, embracing diversity and inclusion at all levels.
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