Director Research Development Tax Manchester jobs at Ey in United Kingdom, Manchester

Your Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will design and build analytics solutions that deliver significant business value. You will collaborate with other data and analytics professionals, management, and stakeholders to ensure that business requirements are translated into effective technical solutions.

• Understand and analyze business requirements to translate them into technical requirements.
• Designing, building, and operating scalable data architecture and modeling solutions.
• Staying up to date with the latest trends and emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge.
• Lead the design and development of conceptual, logical, and physical data models for the Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW), adhering to Kimball dimensional methodology (dimensional modeling approach, a core skill for this role.
• Design and implement star schemas (Fact and Dimension tables) to support enterprise analytical, Business Intelligence (BI), and reporting requirements with high performance and query efficiency.
• Define and model Slowly Changing Dimensions (SCD) , with an emphasis on SCD Type 2 , to accurately capture and preserve the full historical context of dimension attributes (e.g., customer addresses, product categories) over time.
• Collaboratively determine the appropriate grain (atomic level of detail) for fact tables and identify measurable facts (metrics) and their relationships to the surrounding dimension tables.
• Design highly denormalized dimension structures to reduce joins and simplify querying for end-users and analytical tools.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and design appropriate data models that align with business needs.
• Create and maintain data dictionaries and metadata repositories to ensure consistency and integrity of data models.
• Identify and resolve data model performance issues to optimize database performance and enhance overall system functionality.
• Manage and provide guidance to a small team of 1-3 resources
• Document and communicate data model designs and standards to ensure understanding and compliance across the organization.
• Create detailed source-to-target mapping (STM) documentation and data transformation specifications for ETL/ELT developers, including all SCD Type 2 logic and surrogate key generation rules.
• Stay current with industry best practices and trends in data modelling and incorporate new techniques and methodologies into our data modelling processes.
• Guide team on implementing data modelling techniques such as Kimball’s dimensional modeling
• Developing conceptual, logical, and physical data models to support data analysis and business intelligence.
• Utilize industry-standard data modeling tools (e.g., Erwin, PowerDesigner, ER/Studio) to create and maintain conceptual, logical, and physical models, and to manage version control.
• Having cloud knowledge and certification will be an advantage. Preferably Azure DP-203 certification.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A Bachelor's degree in STEM
• 10+ Years of hands-on Experience in data modelling
• Strong understanding of SQL and data modelling concepts such as Kimball dimensional modeling
• Experience working with major enterprise relational database platforms or cloud data warehouses (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server).
• Strong understanding of data warehousing principles, ETL/ELT architecture, data quality management, and metadata management.
• Mastery of SCD Type 2 (SCD2) implementation for preserving historical data (e.g., using surrogate keys , start/end dates, and current/active flags). Familiarity with other SCD types (Type 1, 3, 4, 6) is also expected
• The ability to analyze complex business processes and translate abstract business requirements into precise, efficient technical data models.
• Proficiency in data modelling tools such as Erwin / Visio or Power Designer
• Experience in designing and implementing database structures
• Ability to create and maintain conceptual, logical, and physical data models
• Knowledge of industry best practices for data modelling and database design
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze data requirements
• Experience in performance tuning and optimization of database queries
• Having cloud certification is an added advantage
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Knowledge in Hospitality Domain is mandatory.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Strong business acumen with the ability to manage complex client relationships
• Proven experience in managing and leading teams within a dynamic environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Cloud knowledge and certification will be an advantage. Preferably Azure DP-203 certification.

• Experience in leading and influencing teams, with a focus on mentorship and professional development.
• A passion for innovation and the strategic application of emerging technologies to solve real-world challenges.
• The ability to foster an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and empowers team members.

• Spanish speaking
• Italian speaking

You will be required to lead R&D tax engagements with clients and work closely with lead engineers and the finance and tax departments of our clients across different sectors. You will be responsible for the high quality delivery of our claims and play an active role in delivery of the R&D claims for submission to HMRC and taking part in extensive client communication.

Your key responsibilities

• Manage the successful delivery of R&D tax services to the client
• Support the development of junior members of the team
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and provide high levels of client service
• Build relationships both within the firm and externally with clients, identifying opportunities and managing expectations
• Contribute to winning new work by proactively managing existing clients and contribute to winning new clients.

Skills and attributes for success

What we look for

• Previous R&D tax experience
• Relationship management skills with ability to manage client expectations
• Desire to understand the latest, cutting edge, technologies used by a variety of businesses
• Strong technical skills and keen to develop further
• Strong excel capability including manipulating large and complex datasets
• Strong communication skills and confidence in speaking, as the role requires holding one-to-one meetings with our clients senior technical and finance staff
• Highly motivated self-starter, with a proven track record in taking initiatives, whilst also having a collaborative and team building attitude

Ideally, you’ll also

• Engineering or Science degree qualified (for an Engineering/Science background)

The team support clients’ cross-border transactions assess their international tax strategies and provide a range of services supporting clients through the transfer pricing life cycle. As a member of this team, you’ll work on multidisciplinary projects helping clients develop integrated and far-sighted global strategies in the ever-changing regulatory environment.

Your key responsibilities

• Build and maintain tax relationships with clients and provide high levels of client service
• Assist in winning work by proactively managing existing clients and contribute to winning new clients.
• Manage the successful delivery of tax projects, ensuring technical excellence and practical/business focused approach taken
• Contribute to successfully extracting maximum value for both EY and clients from the tax services delivered whilst managing risk appropriately for both client and the firm.
• Team player; ability to integrate with new teams quickly
• Outgoing with good relationship skills and the ability to deliver quality output
• Strong technical skills and keen to develop further
• Ability to build strong client relationships
• Excellent communicator in range of situations both written and oral
• Ability to identify areas of risk, carry out an effective review and know when to refer upwards
• Client focused and commercially aware

Skills and attributes for success

What we look for

• Client focused and strategically and commercially aware
• Excellent communicator in a range of situations both written and oral.
• Enthusiastic and flexible attitude to work
• Strong and motivated team player
• Coaching more junior staff

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Strong transfer pricing technical skills
• Strategically and commercially aware
• Effective time management
• Degree or postgraduate degree essential
• ACA/CA/ACCA/CTA; or Tax Inspectors with full Technical Training Course; or Law qualification; or CFA;or breadth of knowledge equivalent to a Tax specialist qualification
• Project management skills, plan and prioritise work, meet deadlines, monitor own budget and time

Your key responsibilities
• Grow and maintain relationships with clients, both existing and new clients
• High level management of the successful delivery of technically complex advisory, compliance and reporting engagements
• Providing exceptional client service with responsibility for quality provided
• Working collaboratively with other tax specialist teams
• Grow networks and relationships internally and externally
• Help people to develop through effectively supervising, coaching and mentoring staff
• Lead team initiatives, covering all aspects of leading a successful teamSkills and attributes for success
• Significant experience in Corporate Tax from practice or from an in-house tax background
• Strong client relationship management skills
• Negotiation skills, able to sustain opinion and exhibit strong stakeholder management
• Business development skills, able to identify and convert opportunities to sell work
• Effective time management, ability to remain calm when under pressure to meet deadlines
• Excellent communicator in a range of situations both written and oral
• Enthusiastic team player with ability to create and sustain effective teams
• Experience of coaching and developing more junior staff
• Ensure delivery of quality workTo qualify for the role you must have
• ACA/CA/ACCA/CTA; or Tax Inspectors with full Technical Training Course; or Law qualification
• Degree qualified
• Experienced corporate tax practitioner
• Experience in tax accounting/tax audit
• Proven ability to read and interpret existing and new tax statuteIdeally, you’ll also have
• Project management skills, plan and prioritize work, meet deadlines, monitor own budgetWhat we look for
• Team player; ability to integrate with new teams quickly
• Outgoing with good relationship skills and the ability to deliver quality output
• Excellent communicator in range of situations both written and oral
• Change orientated with flexible approach
We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus,
we offer:
• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you
If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.Apply now.

At EY, we’re more than just a professional services firm — we’re a global network of over 300,000 professionals and one million alumni united by a shared purpose: to build a better working world. We empower our people to challenge the status quo, embrace innovation, and deliver lasting impact for our clients and communities.

You’ll find a culture that prioritises learning, collaboration, and growth — providing you with the tools, support, and freedom to thrive and shape your career.

team specialises in delivering large-scale and complex tax accounting services with a focus on quality and technical excellence. We support clients on a broad range of projects including fully outsourced tax accounting services, group tax reporting, advisory engagements, and large-scale tax audits.

By combining deep technical expertise, industry knowledge, proven methodologies, and cutting-edge tax technologies, we work with some of the most prominent multinational companies—including FTSE-listed and significant inbound businesses. Our mission is to help clients develop and implement practical, effective, and sustainable tax strategies.

Due to recent client wins and continued growth, we are looking for experienced and driven Managers to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to work with some of the largest and most high-profile clients in the market, supporting them through an increasingly complex tax and regulatory environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow relationships with both existing and new clients.
• Lead the successful delivery of technically complex tax compliance and reporting engagements, as well as associated advisory projects.
• Ensure high-quality client service and technical excellence across all deliverables.
• Collaborate closely with specialist tax teams across the business.
• Build and maintain strong internal networks.
• Supervise, coach, and mentor junior team members, supporting their development and performance.
• Take a lead role in team initiatives, including resource planning, knowledge sharing, and business development.

About You

• Strong tax accounting skills with in-depth knowledge of accounting standards.
• Significant experience in corporate tax, with a background in either practice or an in-house tax function.
• Proven experience in UK tax accounting and group reporting.
• Expertise in tax audits, including leading audit engagements for various clients.
• Ability to interpret tax legislation and communicate its impact clearly.
• Strong project management skills: able to plan, prioritise, meet deadlines, and manage budgets.
• Strong technical knowledge with a proven ability to deliver complex advisory work.
• Experience with tax process improvement, controls design, and implementation.
• Excellent client relationship and stakeholder management skills.
• Negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to sustain a professional point of view under pressure.
• Effective communicator in both written and verbal formats across all levels.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Strong business development skills, including identifying and converting opportunities.
• Confident team player with a collaborative mindset and leadership capabilities.
• Experience in coaching and developing junior colleagues.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality work consistently.

Qualifications

One of the following (or equivalent) is required:

• ACA / CA / ACCA / CTA
• HMRC Tax Inspector with full Technical Training Course
• Law qualification with relevant tax experience

What We Offer

• Global Exposure– Work with international clients and teams across EY’s global network.
• Career Progression– Develop new skills, lead high-impact projects, and shape your career path.
• Support & Coaching– Learn from industry leaders and receive mentoring at every stage.
• Flexible Working– We support hybrid working and encourage a healthy work-life balance (minimum two days in the office).
• Total Rewards Package– Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and exclusive EY perks.
• Inclusive Culture– Thrive in an environment that values authenticity, diversity, and inclusion.

belonging means more than just fitting in — it means thriving. Whoever you are, whatever your background, you are valued, supported, and empowered to be your best.

We are looking for driven and ambitious Payroll Delivery professionals who are keen to develop a challenging and stimulating career. As a Payroll Delivery Manager you will be responsible for delivery of high quality and timely payroll services to a portfolio of clients ranging in size and complexity.

Your key responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing and ensure timely, accurate submissions for clients
• Review team work, provide technical guidance, and respond to payroll queries
• Oversee team performance, workload allocation, and compliance with procedures (finance, auto-enrolment, Quality and Risk standards)
• Support client transitions, coordinate globally, and develop additional payroll services
• Assist with audits and risk management, and participate in business development opportunities

Skills and attributes for success

What we look for

• Extensive hands-on experience with UK Payroll, especially in busy workplaces (experience in a payroll bureau is a plus).
• Strong knowledge of payroll rules, laws, and compliance, both in the UK and internationally, with up-to-date information.
• Experience managing statutory payments, deductions, and pension contributions.
• Good understanding of all processes connected to Payroll.
• Payroll qualifications such as CIPP are preferred.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Ability to work with internal/external customers globally and/or virtual basis
• Ability to support with the development of standard methodology, tools, and templates.

Modern tax regulations are highly complex and dynamic. As one of our Global Compliance and Reporting professionals, you'll help clients meet the increasing and ever more complex demand for tax compliance, reporting and advisory services within organisations.

Working as part of a diverse global team, you'll gain the technical knowledge you need to assist clients with demands across the tax lifecycle. You'll also gain valuable wide-ranging experience across industries. We'll help you develop the skills you need for a successful career, and support and encourage you to become a recognised leader in the tax profession. As part of our expansion strategy, we would like to invite you to join this dynamic team.

Your key responsibilities

• You'll contribute technical insights to business tax compliance engagements, prepare income tax returns for organisations in diverse and specialised industries, and prepare estimated tax liabilities to assist clients in meeting their tax payment obligations.
• You'll make sure that the work we deliver is of high quality, uses our global compliance processes and tools, and is reviewed by the next-level reviewer.
• Anticipate and identify risks and escalate issues as appropriate.
• Help to create a positive learning culture, coaching and counselling junior team members to help them develop professionally and personally as an influential member of the team

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate others
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Dedicated, innovative, resourceful, analytical and able to work under pressure
• Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of work experience in tax compliance or a related field

Ideally, you’ll also have

• A professional qualification in Tax

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

What we offer

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements, where this may be needed, guided by our FWA Policy. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning:You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you:We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership:We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture:You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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