UK Employment Tax Assistant Manager/Manager

Brewer Morris; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Employment Tax Manager in Edinburgh to advise clients on UK employment tax matters, including PAYE, NIC, and IR35 compliance. The role includes managing a diverse portfolio, leading client engagements, and mentoring junior colleagues. A flexible working model is offered, with opportunities for personal growth and career progression.

Benefits

Flexible working model

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Strong technical expertise in UK employment tax.
• Proven experience advising on IR35 and managing compliance risks.
• Experience mentoring and developing junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead employment tax advisory and compliance projects.
• Act as the primary contact for clients, building trusted relationships.
• Identify opportunities for growth and cross-service collaboration.

Skills

UK employment tax expertise

IR35 compliance advisory

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Education

ATT or CTA qualified (or equivalent)

Job description

The Role

As an Employment Tax Manager, you'll be a key advisor to clients on complex UK employment tax matters, including PAYE, NIC, benefits in kind, IR35, and HMRC compliance. You'll manage a diverse portfolio, lead client engagements, and mentor junior colleagues, all while contributing to business development and service innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead employment tax advisory and compliance projects
• Act as the primary contact for clients, building trusted relationships
• Provide IR35 guidance and manage employment status assessments
• Oversee project delivery, finances, and scope management
• Support and coach junior team members
• Identify opportunities for growth and cross-service collaboration

About You

• Strong technical expertise in UK employment tax
• Proven experience advising on IR35 and managing compliance risks
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
• Commercially aware with a track record of portfolio growth
• ATT and/or CTA qualified (or equivalent) preferred
• Experience mentoring and developing junior staff

Why Join?

You'll be part of a people-first culture that values simplicity, collaboration, and personal growth. The organisation offers a flexible working model, a supportive team environment, and genuine opportunities for career progression.

This role will ideally be based in Edinburgh; however, individuals in Glasgow or Aberdeen will also be considered.

For more information and a confidential discussion, please contact [e-mail].

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