Employment Tax Manager - Financial Services - London

Who We Are

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Here, you’ll find a culture of learning, collaboration, and career growth, with the tools and freedom to make a real impact.

The Opportunity

We are looking to grow our Employment Tax team with a high-performing Manager who can drive forward our growth plan. Working in the Financial Services Employment Tax team at EY offers fantastic opportunities to develop client relationships early in your career and to be involved in the day-to-day management of relationships and delivery of our services across a broad range of issues beyond tax compliance and advisory.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver employment tax compliance and advice to clients in a broad range of industry sectors.

• Stay up to date with key technical and functional skills, as well as industry, business, and leadership knowledge, and share this expertise with others.
• Contribute to business development and client pursuit efforts by preparing proposals and delivering presentations to potential clients.
• Manage the successful delivery of technically complex and demanding consulting projects, ensuring technical excellence and a practical, business-driven approach.
• Win and sustain client confidence.
• Build opportunities to capture new business and develop client relationships.
• Recognize and manage potential issues effectively during client assignments.
• Structure and manage projects or programs of work that meet and exceed client expectations while mitigating any risks or issues.

About You

• Experience in employment tax gained in consultancy, a legal firm, and/or a large global corporate.

• Strong personal impact and resilience, with the ability 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, and disclosures
• SAO and CCO
• Basic understanding of equity plans

• Business development skills with the ability to identify and convert opportunities to sell work.
• Proven track record in project management and delivery.
• Change-oriented with a flexible approach.
• Professional, quickly establishing personal credibility and demonstrating expertise.
• Practical approach to solving issues and gaining client agreement.
• Ability to analyse complex problems and deliver insightful, practical, and sustainable solutions.
• Focus on achieving project/program goals and objectives.
• High-quality deliverables, including clear and concise technical guidance.
• Adept at overcoming issues and barriers.
• Identify and discuss opportunities to delegate work to less experienced team members and facilitate learning.
• Skilled in facilitating and encouraging collaboration among team members and capable of motivating teams to maximize performance.
• Provide timely, authentic, and constructive feedback to colleagues and seek feedback in return.
• ATT or CTA qualifications desirable.

What we Offer

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

• Career Progression: Develop new skills, take on leadership roles, and grow your career.
• Support & Coaching: Learn from industry experts and be mentored by senior leaders.
• Flexible Working: We support hybrid working and work-life balance. Two days in the office. 
• Total Rewards Package: Competitive salary, benefits, and exclusive EY perks.
• Inclusive Culture: Work in an environment that celebrates diversity and authenticity.

At EY, belonging means more than just fitting in—it means thriving. Whoever you are, whatever your background, you are valued, supported, and empowered to be your best. 

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