Equity Reward Manager -106515

At KPMG, our values define who we are and the way we do business. As a leading professional services firm, we know that our strength and capability come from our people - their different perspectives, experiences and backgrounds. From our inclusive leadership strategy to our diversity and inclusion targets - we're making bold changes to who we are and what we do. Be part of it.
We are looking for talented and driven Equity Reward specialists to work in our team and who are excited by the opportunity to be a key part of an exciting growth journey. Clients will range from working with a diverse range of privately owned business (ranging from owner-managed to private equity), as well as listed businesses. The successful applicant will want to be involved in business development activities, including client proposals, internal and external presentations and writing material on technical and other matters. Personality fit is all - we want people who will enjoy and are not afraid by the journey. In turn, we can offer unparalleled opportunity to learn and grow.

What will you be doing?

Partnering with team members to support on a wide range of equity reward matters including;
Designing and structuring of new equity or cash-based incentive plans considering the tax (UK and overseas), commercial, tax and accounting impacts and/or reviewing existing incentive plans to ensure they remain fit for purpose;
Advising on the tax and wider commercial impact of any corporate transactions on existing or new incentive plans and also advising on the tax structuring of transactions;
Advising management teams on the tax impact of transactions on incentive plans in which they participate, as well as designing new incentives post-deal;
Designing incentive plans for the wider workforce including all employee share purchase plans; and
Supporting clients on annual compliance and disclosure matters relating to operation of their share plans.
Taking early responsibility for building and maintaining some of KPMG's relationships with clients, including discussing people issues with clients and recognising opportunities to assist clients across different specialisms
Working with other teams to deliver integrated advice to clients in relation to their business issues
Training and developing junior team members from both technical and non-technical perspective
Assisting in the development of innovative solutions and opportunities for clients and being part of initiatives to bring those solutions to market
Advising on technical issues and supporting the team's knowledge management

Committed and driven candidates who take personal responsibility and accountability for projects
Team players who enjoy working with people from different backgrounds and disciplines
People who are keen to develop personally and professionally and to assist with the development of junior team members
Intellectually curious, open-minded and analytical people, with an eye for detail and pride in their work
Proactive professionals who deliver great service to their clients
Individuals who are keen to develop their business development acumen from their current core level of experience
Relationship builders who can spot and develop new opportunities both within the KPMG network and externally

Amazing extras

Bachelor's Degree preferable but not essential
Work experience that demonstrates a good foundation of technical and client service skills as well as potential to support on new business activity
ATT and/or CTA/ACA/Legal qualification (either completed or part-completed or seeking to complete) but relevant experience will be considered if you don't have a professional qualification

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