Head of Tax - R&D

Hays; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Head of Tax to lead their R&D tax team in London. This pivotal role involves developing effective tax strategies, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance with tax laws. You will engage with a diverse portfolio of clients, providing expert advice and risk mitigation strategies. With a focus on continuous improvement, this position offers the chance to thrive in a dynamic environment. If you possess strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of R&D tax, this could be your next career-defining opportunity.

Benefits

Hybrid working (2 days a week in office)

Exposure to a large portfolio of clients

Joining a growing and highly successful company

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in tax is essential for this role.
• Strong experience in R&D tax and tax strategy is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop tax strategies to minimize liabilities and obtain incentives.
• Lead a team, oversee tax returns, and advise on R&D projects.

Skills

Tax Strategy

R&D Tax Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Leadership Skills

Tax Laws Knowledge

Education

Professional Qualification (CTA, ATT, ACCA, ACA)

Job description

Head of Tax - R&D Specialist

Your new company: I am currently working with a boutique research and development firm based in London, currently seeking a skilled Head of Tax to join their expanding team. This role involves active engagement with the R&D tax team and the broader tax function, taking responsibility for developing the junior members of the team and providing a high level of advice to clients around R&D tax matters. As head of tax, you will be at the forefront of the business, playing a pivotal role in managing and continuously improving processes to ensure clients benefit from comprehensive tax advice, risk mitigation and up-to-date compliance services.

The Role:

1. Develop and implement effective tax strategies to minimise tax liabilities
2. Identify and obtain tax incentives for R&D activities
3. Oversee the preparation and submission of accurate tax returns
4. Conduct research on technical tax matters and prepare documentation to support tax positions
5. Lead and mentor a team of professionals
6. Advise senior members of the team and the implications of R&D projects
7. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of tax laws and regulations

What you'll need to succeed:

1. Professional Qualification (CTA, ATT, ACCA, ACA)
2. Strong experience in tax with a focus on R&D
3. Strong knowledge of tax laws
4. Proven experience in tax strategy and planning
5. Excellent analytical skills
6. Strong leadership and team management skills

What you'll get in return:

1. Hybrid working (2 days a week in office)
2. Exposure to a large portfolio of clients
3. Joining a growing and highly successful company
4. Competitive salary and bonus scheme

What you need to do now:

This is a unique and rewarding position. Please feel free to get in touch if this role may be of interest to you. It would be great to learn about your experience in more detail and bring the role to life.