Manager - Employment Tax - London/Birmingham

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

About EY Tax

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.

The Opportunity 

We’re looking for a dynamic, high-performing Manager with deep technical expertise in employment tax to join our UKI Employment Tax team. If you have a client-focused mindset and a passion for developing others, this is your chance to make an impact.

In this role, you’ll go beyond compliance—working on diverse and challenging engagements, from complex advisory projects to shaping broader people strategies. As a manager, you’ll lead delivery, build trusted client relationships, and help drive innovative solutions that make a real difference.

Key Responsibilities 

• Technical expertise in core employment tax areas, including:
  • Expenses & Benefits (e.g. PSAs, P11Ds)
  • Employment Status (e.g. IR35, self-employed)
  • Payroll (PAYE, RTI, apprenticeship levy, audits)
  • Construction Industry Scheme (CIS)
  • Termination Payments
  • Pensions
  • National Minimum Wage (NMW)
  • HMRC audits, disclosures, and interactions
  • Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) and Corporate Criminal Offence (CCO) compliance

Skills and Attributes for Success
You’ll have:

• Proven experience in employment tax, gained in consultancy, legal practice, or a large global corporate.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to influence at all levels.
• A basic understanding of equity-based reward plans.
• Proven ability to identify business development opportunities and convert them into engagements.
• Strong project management skills with a practical, hands-on approach to delivery.
• Excellent communication skills — both written and verbal.
• Adaptable, solution-focused, and committed to continuous improvement.
• Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing junior team members.
• Team player who fosters collaboration, provides constructive feedback, and contributes to a positive team culture.
• ATT or CTA (or equivalent) preferred.

What we Offer

At EY, we’ll help you develop future-focused skills and gain world-class experiences. You’ll be empowered in a flexible environment and supported by a diverse, inclusive culture of globally connected teams that fuel your extraordinary talents.

• 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.

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

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