Employment Tax Business Partner

A large public-service broadcaster is seeking an Employment Tax Business Partner to join the Group Tax team, reporting directly to the Group Tax Director.

In this role you will safeguard the financial integrity of one of the world's most respected public service organisations. This is a rare opportunity to work in a uniquely varied and intellectually stimulating environment, partnering with teams to support innovative content, global operations and complex commercial activity.

This is a contract position initially for 2-months and can be based out of London, Salford, Birmingham or Cardiff, the daily rate for the role is up to £825 per day via an Umbrella company (PAYE option also available), hybrid working available - 1 day per week onsite subject to business need.

As Employment Tax Business Partner, you will:

• Provide strategic oversight and technical review of employment tax returns and statutory filings, ensuring full compliance with UK tax regulations.
• Deliver expert advice and support on employment tax matters across UK and overseas operations.
• Enhance, automate and streamline tax processes, supporting compliance, governance and controls, including Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) obligations and internal financial reporting controls.
• Act as the Group's key contact with external stakeholders, including HMRC, overseas tax authorities, auditors, legal and professional advisors, freelancers and suppliers.
• Provide proactive, pragmatic employment tax input into new initiatives, business expansions and strategic projects, including ERP system upgrades, transactions and the establishment of operations in new territories.
• Work closely with and influence senior management, offering objective advice, insight and challenge to support informed decision-making and drive business performance.
• Line manage a team member, fostering accountability, engagement and wellbeing while aligning objectives with wider team and business priorities.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Significant, demonstrable employment tax experience, with a proven ability to provide high-quality employment tax advice in a complex organisation.
• In-house experience is essential for this role.
• Professionally qualified: ACA, ATT, CTA or equivalent.
• Strong track record managing tax compliance, reporting and planning within multinational businesses.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex legislation and stay abreast of UK tax law, including the spirit and intention behind the rules.
• Demonstrable experience with tax technology systems, process improvement and enhancement projects.
• A strong understanding of global tax processes and controls, including experience of tax controversy, tax compliance software and financial reporting systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the credibility to collaborate effectively and influence stakeholders at all levels.