Innovation Reliefs (Software) Associate Director

RSM; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm is seeking an Associate Director within their Innovation Reliefs Software team in Edinburgh. You will be involved in managing R&D tax relief claims, developing methodologies, and engaging directly with clients. The ideal candidate should have extensive knowledge of software development and the UK's R&D tax incentives, as well as experience in project management and technical writing. Flexible hybrid working arrangements are available.

Benefits

27 days holiday

Hybrid working arrangements

Wellbeing benefits

Individual healthcare cover

Access to on-demand courses

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of computer science and software development from prior experience in the software/IT industry.
• Good technical knowledge of UK’s R&D tax incentives.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience in preparing and submitting R&D tax relief claims.
• Clear and concise writing skills.
• Experience responding to HMRC enquiries.

Responsibilities

• Develop claim methodologies and prepare R&D tax relief claims for HMRC.
• Lead interviews with clients to advise on R&D tax relief and identify qualifying activities.
• Write technical descriptions of client projects for reports.
• Identify and progress business development opportunities.
• Serve as contact on specific R&D software projects.
• Assist junior team members with your computer science skills.

Skills

Knowledge of computer science and software development

Understanding of UK’s R&D tax incentives

Project management

Technical writing skills

Experience with HMRC enquiries

Job description

Innovation Reliefs (Software) Associate Director

Make an Impact within our Innovation Reliefs team at RSM UK

Our National Innovations Relief Team works with a range of companies, from start-ups to multinationals, to assist them in preparing claims for Research & Development tax relief. We collaborate with clients across sectors such as manufacturing, engineering, life sciences, software, and digital technologies to identify and prepare successful tax relief claims. The variety of projects and our impressive client list will challenge you daily, helping you expand your capabilities and grow professionally.

As an Associate Director within the Innovation Reliefs Software team, you will be part of an actively growing, specialist tax team at RSM. The role involves working directly with IT specialists in various businesses at the forefront of technology, within a global professional services firm. This role can be based in any of our Central or Scotland region offices (Birmingham, Nottingham, Leicester, Milton Keynes, Cambridge, Edinburgh, or Glasgow).

You will make an impact by:

1. Developing claim methodologies and managing the preparation of R&D tax relief claims for submission to HMRC.
2. Leading interviews with clients’ technical and finance teams to advise on R&D tax relief and assist in identifying qualifying activities and expenditure.
3. Demonstrating expertise in writing technical descriptions of client projects for reports.
4. Identifying, leading, and progressing business development opportunities, including pitching for work with new and existing clients.
5. Serving as a point of contact on specific R&D software projects.
6. Utilising your computer science or developer skills to assist junior team members' development.

What we are looking for:

If you thrive on variety, enjoy learning, and connecting with people, this role is ideal! We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Our ideal candidate will have:

1. In-depth knowledge of computer science and software development from prior experience in the software/IT industry.
2. Good technical knowledge of UK’s R&D tax incentives.
3. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
4. Experience in preparing and submitting R&D tax relief claims.
5. Clear and concise writing skills.
6. Experience responding to HMRC enquiries.

What we offer:

We recognize our people as our greatest assets. Our flexible reward and benefits package includes:

• 27 days holiday (with options to purchase additional days).
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Wellbeing benefits, including financial tools, electric car scheme, and access to virtual GP.
• Individual healthcare cover.
• Access to over 300 on-demand courses developed by our Talent Development team.