Employer Solutions Administrator

More than you expected

The UK member firms of Grant Thornton are part of global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 76,000 in over 150 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton.

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MORE THAN YOU EXPECTED

Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 73,000 people in over 150 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton.

BE PART OF A GROUND-BREAKING TEAM

More than ever before, employers are having to navigate unprecedented shifting work patterns, cross-border working arrangements, and an increasingly complex employment tax and benefits landscape.  We have the expertise to provide end-to-end solutions to companies facing these challenges.

Our clients need our help to navigate this landscape, to find cost-effective solutions to complex problems, and to ensure they are compliant with local tax and reporting requirements.

We have true global scale, deep technical capabilities and extensive industry expertise, but what makes us different is how we work with our clients. We pride ourselves in adopting a relationship-led approach, are big enough to take on the most complex and specialist work, but small enough to be flexible, agile and responsive.

A look into the role

As a Tax Administrator within our Global Mobility Services (Tax) team, you will:

• You’ll be part of a large Employer Solutions team, within a National Tax structure. As a Tax Administrator, you’ll be fully supported by, and in turn will support the wider team, working together to meet our clients’ needs.
• Provide Administrative support to the Employer Solutions function, including completion and submission of documents to HMRC. Engage in follow up calls to HMRC and other third parties.
• Maintain databases, support the client billing process, create draft contracts and deal with the full client take-on process are key components of this role.
• Arrange internal and external meetings and the ability to take and document accurate meeting notes.
• Liaise with client account managers to ensure that you are dealing with requests in a timely manner, and be flexible and smart in the way you are working in order to ensure client deadlines are met and achieved.
• Keep up to date with internal and external compliance training and participate in developmental training courses to ensure continued development within your role.

Knowing you’re right for us

Joining us as a Tax Administrator in Employer Solutions the minimum criteria you’ll need:

• Knowledge of Microsoft packages including Excel, Outlook, Word and Power Point.
• An ability to work to tight deadlines and flexible in approach.
• A desire to learn and retain new skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a high turnover environment and prioritise own workload.
• Good communication skills - verbally and in writing with colleagues and clients.
• Strong attention to detail and an eye for ensuring quality.
• Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills.

It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you to develop along the way.

• Strong organisational skills
• Intermediate Excel skills, including working with formulas
• Wants to be part of a growing service line within Grant Thornton.

Knowing we’re right for you

Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone.  Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.

Our open and accessible culture means you’ll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That’s why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.

Beyond the job 

Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.

The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society. It’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our CLEARR values – Collaboration, Leadership, Excellence, Agility, Respect and Responsibility.

We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It’s how it should be.

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