R&D Tax Manager/Associate Director

Overview

As an R&D Tax Manager, you will lead the preparation of UK R&D relief claims and develop methodologies for clients ranging from small businesses to large corporates. You’ll be the main contact for client queries and HMRC interactions, write technical descriptions, and oversee junior staff. The role sits within a well-established firm offering a competitive package, car allowance, and hybrid work. You’ll contribute to shaping R&D tax solutions for diverse industries while receiving ongoing training and support.

Pay / Benefits

• car
• bonuses
• employee benefits
• hybrid working
• training and development

Responsibilities

• Develop claim methodologies for R&D relief
• Prepare R&D tax relief claims for HMRC submission
• Be primary client contact for R&D tax queries
• Interface with HMRC on clients’ behalf
• Write technical descriptions of client projects
• Prepare documentation supporting R&D claims per BIS guidelines
• Review work of junior staff in the team

Key requirements

• Strong technical knowledge of UK R&D tax
• Experience in preparing R&D claims
• Clear and concise writing style
• Experience in responding to HMRC queries
• Degree in computer science or similar
• Experience in software or IT industry (preferred)

• Clear written communication
• Client-facing collaboration
• Attention to detail
• UK R&D tax relief knowledge
• HMRC query handling
• BIS guidelines for R&D claims

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