Grant Thornton UK
Tax Manager - Reward Advisory Services
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Tax Manager - Reward Advisory Services
Tax Manager – Reward Advisory Services
At Grant Thornton, we operate differently – with ambition, growth and a dedication to positive industry transformation. As providers of audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and true partnership. We empower our people with opportunities, inclusivity, and work-life balance.
With 5,000+ employees across the UK and a global presence in 150 markets, we’re determined to go from great to exceptional. This means stepping up and redefining what’s possible—not just for our clients, but for the nature of your career.
About the Role
Location: Manchester, Birmingham, London, Bristol, Leeds, Sheffield, Liverpool, Glasgow or Edinburgh
NEW GROUND WON’T BREAK ITSELF.
The Tax Manager (Reward Advisory Services) role sits within the prestigious Reward Advisory Services (RAS) team—a pivotal part of our specialist Tax practice. Working closely with mid-market clients (both privately owned and backed by private equity), you’ll design and implement employee incentive arrangements tailored to their unique needs.
Our practice is built on ambition and collaboration, with hybrid working policies in place. Flexible options include reduced hours and job-sharing, giving you the option to balance your personal and professional life effectively.
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Responsibilities
As Tax Manager in our national Reward Advisory Services team, you will:
- Deliver highly technical reward advice, contextualised for commercial and practical use.
- Oversee equity reward projects and implementation of share plans, plus specialised tax support for transactions like:
- Tax-advantaged share plans
- Growth share schemes
- Cash benefit plans
- Buy-side and sell-side transaction support
- Ad hoc Employee Remuneration Support (ERS) matters
- Develop bespoke solutions aligned to clients’ individual strategies, offering both technical expertise and broader structuring insight.
- Collaborate across our network, liaising with teams in Corporate Finance, Valuations, and People Advisory.
- Mentor graduates and trainees, aiding their development within the firm.
- Lead client account relationships—managing day-to-day communications and developing business opportunities.
- Contribute to go-to-market strategy and join in broader team business development.
Requirements
Essential
- Tax experience in Equity Reward at the managerial level.
- Qualified professional: A CTA, ATT, ACA, or equivalent qualification (or qualified lawyer).
- Proven track record in designing and implementing employee incentive plans.
Desirable
- An ability to fulfill technical expertise for more complex remuneration schemes.
- Clear record of excellent client service, including effective time management during tight deadlines.
- Experience (or eagerness to develop) in proactive project management—proven billing and fee-first approaches encouraged.
- Documentation and modelling skills, involving drafting (or reviewing) implementation materials.
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Why Grant Thornton?
Culture & Values
At Grant Thornton, we champion uniqueness driven by your contributions. We thrive on curiosity, candid respect, and holistic inclusivity—ensuring every colleague can bring their best self to work.
More Than Just a Job
Work-life balance matters as much as meaningful impact. We encourage flexible working options, from secondments to supporting charity fundraising and investing in social enterprise.
What sets us apart?
- Bold leadership: Leaders who value individual differences and growth.
- Purposeful impact: From client work to global causes, we aim to do the right thing by everyone.
- Potential-limited only by you: If you want to go beyond standards, spark innovation, and contribute, this could be the career for you.
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