An ambitious professional services firm is rapidly scaling, with significant growth in its Employment Tax division, driven by rising client demand in compliance, advisory, and cost recovery. As part of this expansion, the firm is establishing a specialized Employment Tax practice, seeking an experienced Equity and Share Plans Senior Manager or Director to spearhead and develop the UK equity and incentive offering. This senior, market-facing leadership position offers autonomy and influence, with the opportunity to shape the equity and reward proposition, drive market activity, and play a crucial role in developing a high-potential service line.
The successful candidate will serve as the UK lead for equity and share plans, utilizing deep technical expertise combined with strong commercial judgment. Responsibilities encompass client delivery, proposition development, revenue generation, and people leadership. Key tasks include providing technical authority for share plans, building team capabilities through mentorship, supporting recruitment, and embedding robust technical standards. The role requires collaboration across tax, corporate finance, and international teams, aiming to deliver comprehensive client solutions. Additionally, the individual will grow a portfolio of clients, advise on employee incentive arrangements, and lead share plan input in transactions, engaging directly with senior stakeholders to influence decision-making.
The role demands a significant experience in share plans and employee incentives, particularly in the UK, and a history of advisory work on incentive arrangements. A strong commercial mindset, strategic confidence with senior stakeholders, and an entrepreneurial approach are vital. The candidate should possess a relevant professional qualification and excel at translating complex issues into clear, actionable advice. This opportunity comes at a pivotal time in the organization's growth, offering the chance to significantly impact its trajectory while building and scaling a service offering in a dynamic environment.