Employment Tax Lead - Advisory & Compliance

Focus Resourcing Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Focus Resourcing Limited in Oxford seeks an Employment Tax Manager to own a varied client portfolio and lead advisory projects within the firm's employment tax service.

You will work closely with senior leadership, advise on complex employment tax matters, build relationships, and support the development of junior colleagues. This role offers responsibility and visibility in a growing practice.

Qualifications

• Qualified ATT/CTA or equivalent.
• Employment tax experience in a professional services firm or HMRC.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment tax legislation and HMRC practices.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Experience mentoring junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients and provide advice on PAYE, NIC, benefits-in-kind, expenses, termination payments, IR35 and employment status.
• Oversee compliance work, including PAYE Settlement Agreements, P11Ds and HMRC disclosures.
• Support clients through HMRC enquiries, audits and settlements.
• Lead client projects, supervise junior team members and maintain high standards of delivery.
• Identify advisory opportunities and contribute to proposals, business development and practice growth.

Skills

Employment tax

Client relationships

Project leadership

Analytical skills

Report writing

Education

ATT/CTA or equivalent

Job description

Focus Resourcing Limited in Oxford seeks an Employment Tax Manager to own a varied client portfolio and lead advisory projects within the firm's employment tax service.

You will work closely with senior leadership, advise on complex employment tax matters, build relationships, and support the development of junior colleagues. This role offers responsibility and visibility in a growing practice.