Consultant / Senior Consultant, Fair Pay & National Minimum Wage, Employment Tax

Our Managers take the lead on delivering key parts of our client services. As a Manager, you will use your commercial awareness and professional expertise, along with leveraging the skills and expertise of others, to deliver the best possible experience and outcomes for our clients. You will have the opportunity to own or manage key elements of a client relationship and, with an appropriate level of support, will be expected to proactively identify innovative solutions for your clients and pursue new business development opportunities by utilising your networks and market knowledge. You will be willing to work and support junior team members and enjoy sharing your knowledge and expertise with others, as well as continuing to build your own technical expertise. Your desire to work as part of a team is critical to the role. As a Manager, you will have responsibility for:

• Assisting clients with understanding complex areas of law/HMRC's (and the new Fair Work Agency's ("FWA")) interpretation and positions.;
• NMW Advisory: Provide specialist advice on all aspects of NMW and NLW compliance, including complex pay structures, deductions, working time, and salary sacrifice arrangements.
• Risk Assessments & Health Checks: Conduct detailed health checks and risk reviews for clients, identifying potential areas of non-compliance and recommending practical solutions.
• HMRC Investigations: Support clients through HMRC NMW investigations, including preparing detailed submissions, collating evidence, attending meetings, and negotiating settlements.
• Policy & Process Development: Assist clients in developing and implementing robust compliance frameworks, policies, and internal controls.
• Assisting clients with identifying non-compliant Fair Pay matters that could impact the success of corporate transactions (e.g. supporting with due diligence).;
• Researching Fair Pay case law and precedents.;
• Legislative Monitoring: Keep abreast of changes in legislation, guidance, and relevant employment law, translating these into practical advice for clients.
• Commitment to building and maintaining Fair Pay technical knowledge by attending structured development programmes and supplement by additional independent reading/research.;
• Assisting clients with HMRC liaison and disputes.;
• Delivering quality advisory work to clients. For example, drafting correspondence to HMRC / FWA, participating on annual compliance projects, drafting advice to clients on various Fair Pay matters and considering the implications of proposed remuneration structures, policies, processes and working practices.
• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their business needs and providing proactive, tailored advice.
• To have an active involvement in client meetings and lead where appropriate.;
• To focus on your personal and technical development. We take development very seriously and you will benefit from continuous training and a transparent, interactive on-going 360 review process.
• Business Development: Support senior colleagues in identifying new business opportunities and contributing to proposals for NMW and fair pay services.
• Training & Knowledge Sharing: Develop and deliver internal and external training sessions and workshops on NMW and fair pay topics.
• Working and managing effectively in diverse teams within an inclusive team culture where people are recognised for their contribution and not their presence and made to feel comfortable to bring their true self to work.
  
  You'll have excellent interpersonal skills - someone who has an ability to deal effectively and establish rapport with people at all levels. You'll bring out the best in others and be a brilliant listener. You'll grow our business without compromising standards, integrity, or culture., A strong understanding of current legislation;
• Ability to analyse and apply current and new legislation to specific client scenarios;
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral;
• Ability to plan and prioritise workload, meet deadlines and work well under pressure;
• Strong client engagement and management experience with the ability to develop new business;
• Strong business acumen and commercial awareness;
• Ability to adapt to changes in the external environment rapidly and to respond to clients appropriately in this context; and
• A team player first and foremost, with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels.
  
  Deloitte are looking for experienced Fair Pay specialists to join our dynamic and rapidly growing practice.
Deloitte has a longstanding reputation of excellence in Fair Pay, built up over a number of years of advising a wide range of employers. We are offering a unique opportunity to work in a stimulating environment, with an exceptional team, advising a prestigious client portfolio. This successful and expanding team continues to experience rapid growth. This means that there is ample room for career development and progression. We will provide you with the tools to reach your full potential and beyond, with no barriers. We foster an inclusive environment to enable our people to achieve their aspirations whilst working with the best in the market. Our Fair Pay practice supports clients with a number of different areas, including:
• National Minimum Wage
• Holiday Pay
• Pay Gap Reporting
• Equal Pay
• Pensions Auto-Enrolment
• Tips & TRONCS
• Complex worker status
Ensuring employers understand and meet their Fair Pay obligations and workers receive Fair Pay is vitally important. Our work impacts real people, often those most in need; and helps employers navigate and comply with the complex Fair Pay landscape. Our Fair Pay practice supports clients with compliance and strategy, by identifying potential risks, advising on how to manage/mitigate risks, undertaking complex calculations to assess compliance and remediate workers when needed. We also provide advice to clients on appropriate policies, processes, systems and practices. Our practice continues to operate in a period of unprecedented change, which presents an exciting environment to advise clients and identify new opportunities. With no micromanagement or quotas for promotion, you will be empowered to manage your own workload and achieve career goals that you set yourself. Connect to your career at Deloitte Deloitte drives progress. 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