Employment Tax Manager

Our client is a progressive, tech-enabled business services group providing audit & accounting, tax, outsourcing, and advisory solutions to clients across the UK and globally. With a focus on innovation, people, and service excellence, they are seeking a UK Employment Tax Manager to join their team in Scotland.

This is a senior, high-impact role offering exposure to complex client work, leadership opportunities, and the chance to help shape a growing practice area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the main point of contact for clients, delivering UK employment tax advisory and compliance services.
• Manage the day-to-day delivery of client engagements and compliance projects.
• Provide technical expertise on PAYE, NIC, benefits in kind, CIS, termination payments, IR35, and HMRC employer compliance checks.
• Identify opportunities for additional services, supporting business development initiatives.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a learning and growth culture.
• Oversee engagement finances, scope creep, and recoveries, ensuring efficiency and profitability.
• Stay ahead of UK Employment Tax trends and proactively develop solutions to enhance client service.

• ATT and/or CTA qualified (or equivalent), with strong UK employment tax experience.
• Proven track record of advising on IR35, employment status, and compliance risk.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied portfolio.
• Experienced in mentoring and supporting junior staff.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify and convert business opportunities.
• Confident communicator with excellent relationship-building skills.

• A senior-level role in a growing and dynamic team.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse and high-quality client base.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Clear career progression and ongoing professional development.
• A people-focused culture with flexible working arrangements.

If you're an experienced employment tax specialist looking for your next career move, Hutcheon Mearns would love to hear from you.

Apply today for a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity.