Job Title: Employment Taxes Manager
Location: Hybrid Working – London EC4M
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 35 hour week (Flexitime)
Reporting to: Head of Employment Taxes

Salary: £65,000 - £80,000

About BKL

BKL is a Top 40 accountancy and advisory business supporting a diverse client base, from entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals to ambitious owner-managed businesses and multinational groups. With a legacy spanning over 130 years, we’ve evolved into a modern, purpose-driven business that balances profit with impact.

We are proud to be a certified B Corp, reflecting our commitment to sustainability, transparency, and responsible governance. As a member of DFK International, we support clients locally and internationally with cutting-edge expertise and a personal touch.

We believe all clients deserve the same level of care, innovation, and excellence.

About the Team

BKL’s Tax Consultancy team provides a high-quality advisory service across a diverse range of tax matters to both high-net-worth individuals and corporate entities. The continued growth of the team has created an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Manager to join our Employment Taxes service line and support the delivery of work in this key and expanding area.

The successful candidate will have solid UK Employment Taxes experience gained in practice and/or industry. They will be proactive and detail-oriented, with strong technical foundations and a growing commercial awareness. You’ll enjoy working collaboratively with colleagues, building client relationships, and contributing to the ongoing development of our Employment Taxes offering while continuing to build your own expertise.

A Message from the Hiring Manager

I’m really excited to welcome someone new into our rapidly expanding Employment Taxes team. You’ll find a new team that’s ambitious, hardworking but also down-to-earth, where people care about doing excellent work and about each other. If you’re curious, proactive, and ready to grow, we’d love to hear from you.

Your Opportunity

This role gives you the opportunity to work closely with a broad portfolio of clients, deepen your technical expertise, and further develop your leadership skills within a collaborative and supportive environment. You'll gain exposure to a wide variety of employment tax matters, be encouraged to innovate and build client relationships, and benefit from a clear progression pathway.

How You’ll Make a Difference

In this role, you will:

• Manage and deliver a wide range of Employment Tax advisory and compliance projects, ensuring work is completed to a high technical standard.

• Act as a key point of contact for clients on UK Employment Taxes matters, including some mobility matters and National Minimum Wage ("NMW") work.

• Manage Employment Tax due diligence reviews in support of corporate transactions.

• Provide guidance and oversight on Construction Industry Scheme ("CIS") matters.

• Draft, review and finalise advisory reports, technical memoranda and client communications across a broad range of Employment Taxes matters.

• Conduct technical research and communicate legislative developments and emerging issues to clients and colleagues.

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities to add value and support business growth.

• Support business development activities, including proposals, networking opportunities, technical content and marketing initiatives.

• Coach, mentor and review the work of junior team members, supporting their professional development.

• Work closely with senior stakeholders to contribute to the continued growth and success of the Employment Taxes service line.

You’ll Be Ideal for This Role If You Have:

Qualifications

• CTA qualified, or equivalent (Desired, but not essential).

Experience

• 6–8 years' substantive UK Employment Taxes experience gained in practice and/or industry.

• Strong experience delivering employment tax advisory projects and managing client relationships.

• Experience of transaction-related employment tax due diligence work desirable.

• Good exposure across the employment tax compliance cycle, including P11Ds, PSA, ERS, PBIK, CIS and STBV matters.

• Experience reviewing work and supporting the development of junior colleagues.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted relationships with clients and colleagues.

• Strong technical and analytical skills, with a high level of attention to detail.

• Commercial awareness and the ability to provide practical, solutions-focused advice.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organisational skills with the confidence to manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Proactive, self-motivated and collaborative, with an ability to work independently and as part of a team.

We know you have a lot to offer, which is why we give you the freedom to thrive, no matter who you are or what your background is.

Our Values

At BKL, we live by five core values:

• Think Big – Be curious, brave, and open to new ideas.

• In It Together – Collaborate, care, and build an inclusive culture.

• Take Pride – Strive for excellence and believe in your impact.

• Do the Right Thing – Act with integrity, honesty, and fairness.

• Enjoy It – Bring your whole self to work and have fun doing it.

Working With Us: Your Benefits, Wellbeing & Development

At BKL, we’re committed to creating a people-first workplace where everyone can thrive. We offer a carefully curated benefits package, wellbeing support, and meaningful development opportunities that empower you to grow your career.

Snapshot of our Benefits Package

We’ve designed a flexible, sustainable set of benefits to support your life at work and beyond:

• Private Medical Insurance (PMI) – including mental health cover, hospital treatment & 24/7 GP access

• Health Cash Plans – covering everyday costs like dental, optical & physiotherapy and an Employee Assistance Programme

• Pension scheme – helping you save for retirement in a tax-efficient way

• Group Life Assurance – peace of mind with financial protection for your loved ones

• Cashback & savings portal – discounts across hundreds of high-street and online retailers

• Cycle to Work Scheme – spread the cost of a new bike and accessories tax-free

• Electric Vehicle Scheme – sustainable transportation options that include roadside support and servicing

• Free Mortgage Advice – expert guidance for your home-buying journey

• Season Ticket Loan – support with travel expenses

• Enhanced Family Leave – generous leave policies for family-related needs

• Holiday Entitlement – generous entitlement which increases with promotion

Development & Growth

We don’t just offer jobs, we support careers:

• Clear development pathways and progression frameworks

• Professional qualifications support – including study time and funding

• Internal mentoring, coaching, and buddying schemes

• Leadership development programmes to help you grow with us

• Regular check-ins and performance conversations – driven by your goals, not just metrics

Take Your Next Step

Ready to grow your career with a company that balances ambition with purpose? Apply today and discover how far you can go at BKL.

Our recruitment process typically involves three stages:

1. An introductory Teams call with our Talent Acquisition team.

2. A first-stage interview with two team members.

3. A final interview at our London office, including a tour to give you a feel for our working environment.

Compliance & Equal Opportunities

In addition to the responsibilities listed above, you will be required to undertake GDPR training in order to fully understand the regulations and ensure all work is carried out in a compliant manner.

As part of any recruitment process, BKL collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. BKL is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.

BKL is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates eligible to work in the UK.

High challenge, high support
If you enjoy problem-solving and a fast-changing environment, you will thrive in this role.

As in all BKL roles, you will be able to take a flexible approach: balancing independent work with teamwork, and remote working with time in the office with colleagues.

You can get an insight into life at BKL here.

We’re proud to be one of the few Certified B Corporations in the accountancy sector. In joining us, you’ll become part of a business that’s committed to balancing profit and purpose.

Take your next step
If this sounds like the role for you, we’d be delighted to discuss the career you could build at BKL.

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