Employment Tax Manager

Location: Reading

Our client is seeking an experienced Employment Tax Manager to join their specialist employment tax team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified tax professional to work with a diverse client base, providing strategic employment tax advice on a wide range of matters including employee benefits, share schemes, international mobility, and employment status.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on PAYE, National Insurance, employee benefits, and tax‑efficient remuneration strategies.
• Design, implement, and manage tax‑advantaged share schemes (EMI, CSOP, SIP, SAYE) and equity incentives.
• Support international assignments, tax equalisation, and compliance for mobile employees.
• Manage HMRC enquiries, disputes, and voluntary settlements.
• Build strong client relationships, identify value‑adding opportunities, and contribute to business development.
• Lead, mentor, and develop junior team members while supporting training and knowledge sharing.

Requirements:

• ATT and/or CTA qualified, with up‑to‑date CPD.
• Substantial employment tax experience, including share schemes and HMRC compliance.
• Strong technical knowledge, commercial awareness, and client management skills.
• Experience with IR35, international mobility, and corporate transactions is desirable.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary + bonus, flexible/hybrid working, and comprehensive benefits.
• Career progression, specialist qualification support, and professional development.
• Collaborative team environment with diverse client exposure and work‑life balance initiatives.