Human Capital Manager

Role:
Human Capital Tax Manager

Location:
London – Hybrid (2 days in office)

Salary:
£65,000 to £80,000

Overview of the Firm

The firm is a top 15 UK accountancy practice and an active member of a major international network of legally independent accounting firms. This provides an on-the-ground presence in over 150 countries, with access to more than 20,000 professionals across 440 offices worldwide.

The firm offers a full range of audit, accountancy, tax and advisory services and is recognised for simplifying complexity for clients. It is particularly well known for supporting businesses in fast-moving and highly technical sectors such as insurance, global capital markets and not-for-profit organisations.

The firm's focus is on understanding people, the organisations they run, and what matters to them — enabling it to simplify complexity and help clients achieve their ambitions.

Introduction to the Division

Tax

The tax service line covers five key areas:

• Corporate Tax
• Human Capital
• Indirect Tax
• Private Clients
• Tax Disputes

The team has grown significantly in recent years and continues to pursue ambitious expansion plans. It works across all sectors, with specialisms in insurance, property, technology, international businesses, high net worth individuals, and globally mobile employees.

Responsibilities

The role requires an ambitious, confident individual with strong UK and international Human Capital tax experience.

The human capital and private client teams work closely together, so this position will suit someone with an interest in international tax who can support both areas. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with solid technical skills who is looking to broaden their client-facing experience within a collaborative and growing team.

The successful candidate will be well organised, have a wide range of specialist skills, and experience working with mid-market clients, delivering a high-touch service. Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence dealing with people at all organisational levels are essential.

In addition to technical work, there will be opportunities to contribute to business development and mentor junior staff within the team.

Client Responsibilities

The Human Capital tax team deals with a broad range of UK and international tax and social security consultancy and compliance work for a diverse client base. Responsibilities include:

• Handling client queries and corresponding with HMRC on their behalf
• Completion and review of UK personal tax returns for internationally mobile clients
• Producing written advisory work and technical reports
• Participating in client meetings at both individual and corporate levels
• Supporting the development and management of client relationships
• Performing modified payroll calculations, hypothetical tax calculations, and other ad-hoc calculations to support accurate remuneration for internationally mobile employees
• Maintaining client records and tracking compliance progress throughout the year
• Collaborating with other teams across the firm to support their international tax advisory needs
• Assisting with marketing initiatives and business development opportunities

Financial

• Manage WIP and billing for own client portfolio, ensuring commercial recoveries

Special Work / Ad Hoc Assignments

• Deliver internal training on human capital and international tax matters
• Support tender proposals and business development efforts

People Management

The firm places strong emphasis on professional development and provides both internal and external training courses, as well as regular technical and non-technical updates.

In addition to managing their own development, the successful candidate will be expected to take an active role in training and supporting junior team members.

Person Specification

• ACA, CA, CTA, or equivalent qualification
• Up-to-date technical expertise in global mobility and human capital tax
• Strong understanding of UK tax principles
• Excellent interpersonal and client management skills
• Ability to explain complex issues in plain language
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines
• Commercial awareness and the ability to manage a portfolio profitably
• Experience in tax advisory and report writing
• Proficient in Excel and Word
• Experience using CCH software is beneficial