People Advisory Services - Mobility - Global Equity - Senior Manager

EY•Chicago, IL

7d•$128,100 - $332,400•Hybrid

About The Position

The opportunity Managing global workforces is increasingly complex. People Advisory Services (PAS) builds and improves organizational and individual performance, delivering a highly complex and challenging mission, especially in an ever-changing working environment. As a member of PAS, you’ll be part of a team with a wide variety of experiences and a supportive environment. When you join us, you will gain unique experiences and valuable knowledge by working across capabilities, sectors and geographies and can take your career in the direction you want. Our PAS Mobility practice provides services to manage the cost and risks involved in HR plans, programs and systems related to a global workforce. We advise the part of business strategy related to people. As a Senior Manager in Global Equity Tax Services, you will oversee complex global equity and mobility tax projects, guiding clients through the design and administration of equity‑based compensation programs across jurisdictions. You will provide clear counsel on equity benefits, manage cross‑border tax implications for employers and employees, and leverage technology to automate and enhance equity and tax processes—optimizing outcomes while reducing cost, risk, and operational friction. Lead advisory on tax structuring, timing, and equity compensation deductions during corporate events (acquisitions, spin‑offs, IPOs). Deliver global tax due diligence and ensure equity plans align with local legal, securities, labor, and tax requirements. Translate complex tax technical content into actionable guidance, enabling efficient, compliant equity delivery in foreign countries.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required (4‑year degree); master’s degree preferred; MST, MAcc or JD/LLM preferred
Typically, no less than 5–7 years relevant experience in expatriate tax: Big 4, global management consultancy firm, niche consultancy or in-house role with exposure to large-scale projects
US Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, active state bar membership or be an active Enrolled Agent
Excellent communication and negotiation skills; ability to confidently influence colleagues and clients
Analytical approach to tax; ability to convert complex data into meaningful strategic insights
Expertise in financial accounting concepts.
Mastery of tax compliance and reporting requirements.
Experience with cross‑border share‑based incentive schemes.
Understanding compensation, benefits, and rewards strategy.
Proficiency in global tax due diligence.
Ability to support client audits.
Knowledge of cross‑border assignment planning.
Operate with a global mindset.

Nice To Haves

Global accounting or payroll experience
IT background - implementation focus and effective roll out of implementation plans
Experience leading client engagements with daily interaction.
Ownership of engagement economics and budgets.
Track record of identifying sales opportunities.
Ability to provide direction/feedback to teams.

Responsibilities

Successful delivery of large-scale global equity tax projects: technical excellence and practical/business driven approach to solving complex client challenges
Oversee technological implementations of our proprietary solutions to deliver value to our clients
Generate revenue through identifying follow-on engagement opportunities and developing lasting relationships with clients; identify potential risks and opportunities to improve processes and acquire new business; contribute to business development and client pursuit activities
Lead workstreams from planning to implementation to expansion of services– managing resources and budgets effectively
Grow your technical skillset to continue to stay curious, engaged and focused on global equity matters and how we can continue to evolve our services and the ways we deliver our services
Manage, coach, and develop junior resources and peers, focusing on their technical and client service skills to develop their career
Serve as a strong EY brand ambassador to drive exceptional relationship, revenue expansion and marketing opportunities
Lead engagement delivery end‑to‑end—managing client relationships daily, directing multi‑disciplinary teams, and owning program and project management across planning, execution, and closure.
Accountable for engagement economics, resource planning, budget management, and quality/risk oversight, while identifying sales opportunities and collaborating with PPMD on RFPs.
Exercise judgment to select methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria to achieve results.
Develop solutions to complex problems and recommend policy or procedural changes affecting your area.
Establish procedures that improve efficiency, quality, and risk management in equity and tax processes.