Director, Research and Development

Ryan; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryan seeks a Director to supervise clients in claiming R&D tax credits, maintaining relationships with C-suite and managing team performance. Successful candidates will have extensive experience in tax credit services, strong communication skills, and proven organizational abilities. This role is essential in enhancing Ryan's business development and overseeing technical research and client engagements.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Home Office Stipend

Business Connectivity Reimbursement

Gym Membership or Equipment Reimbursement

LinkedIn Learning Subscription

Flexible Work Environment

Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service

Accelerated Career Path

Award-Winning Culture & Community Outreach

Qualifications

• 10 years of R&E/R&D tax credit experience required.
• 10 years of tax professional services experience required.
• Prior supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Direct staff in feasibility studies, proposals, presentations, and planning strategies.
• Prepare and participate in client meetings to explain R&D Tax Credit services.
• Supervise team members ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Skills

Organization

Time Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Science, or Juris Doctorate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Why Ryan?

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits

• Home Office Stipend

• Business Connectivity Reimbursement (Phone/Internet)

• Gym Membership or Equipment Reimbursement

• LinkedIn Learning Subscription

• Flexible Work Environment

• Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service

• Accelerated Career Path

• Award-Winning Culture & Community Outreach

The Federal Income Tax, Research and Experimentation (“R&E”) Tax Credit (“Director”) is responsible for assisting clients in identifying and claiming R&E (commonly known as R&D) tax credits and defending those credits during audits by the IRS and/or state tax authorities. This role includes supervising tasks such as on-site field work, credit calculation, and deliverable development, as well as researching tax law and relevant court cases. This role has direct supervisory responsibilities.

Duties and responsibilities, as they align to Ryan’s Key Results

People:

• Participate in business development activities — directing staff in feasibility studies, proposals, presentations, and planning strategies.
• Oversee the construction of tax technical and study-related training materials. Train and supervise team members, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Lead hiring and termination efforts for managers and below, acting as liaison with HR for employment matters.
• Set, communicate, and monitor team performance goals, motivating the team to meet or exceed them.

Client:

• Serve as the primary client contact with C-Suite individuals, maintaining strong relationships.
• Prepare for and participate in client meetings to explain R&D Tax Credit services and secure engagement.
• Draft engagement letters, extensions, and contracts for R&D tax credit services.
• Oversee client invoicing and internal bonus allocations, collaborating with Accounts Receivable.
• Develop project work plans and schedules.
• Supervise field work, including facility tours, interviews, data analysis, and report drafting.
• Respond to client requests and ensure deliverables meet deadlines.
• Participate in meetings with client tax personnel.
• Review R&E credit calculations and deliverables.

Value:

• Conduct tax technical research on relevant laws and court cases.
• Lead thought leadership activities, including publications and speaking engagements.
• Forecast annual revenue and practice planning activities with Practice Leaders.
• Coordinate with Engagement Principals to complete R&D Credit Study engagements.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Science, or Juris Doctorate.
• Enrolled Agent status required within 6 weeks of promotion or hire.
• At least 10 years of R&E/R&D tax credit experience.
• At least 10 years of tax professional services experience.
• Prior supervisory experience required.

Professional Skills:

• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and internet research.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise team members in accordance with company policies and laws.

Work Environment:

• Standard indoor environment.
• Occasional long periods sitting at a computer.
• Occasional standing during recruiting events.
• Interaction with employees at all levels, clients, vendors, and candidates.
• Travel up to 25%.