Innovation Reliefs (Software) Associate Director

RSM UK; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A national professional services firm is seeking an Associate Director in Milton Keynes to lead R&D tax relief claims. You will develop methodologies and engage with clients' teams to identify qualifying activities, while also supervising junior staff. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in computer science, experience in the R&D tax sector, and a clear writing style. This role offers hybrid working and a flexible benefits package.

Benefits

27 Days Holiday

Hybrid working

Individual healthcare cover

Access to a suite of courses on demand

Qualifications

• Prior experience in the software/IT industry is essential.
• Familiarity with the UK's R&D tax incentives is crucial.
• Experience in leading business development activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop claim methodologies for R&D tax relief claims.
• Lead interviews with clients' technical and finance teams.
• Write technical descriptions for reports on clients' projects.
• Identify and progress business development opportunities.
• Assist junior team members with their development.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of computer science

Good level of tax technical knowledge

Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously

Experience in preparing R&D tax relief claims

Clear and concise writing style

Experience in responding to HMRC enquiries

Job description

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 the preparation of claims for Research & Development tax relief. We work with companies across all sectors, most notably manufacturing, engineering, life sciences, software and digital technologies to assist them to identify and prepare successful tax relief claims. The variety of projects and impressive client list will challenge you every day, helping you expand your capabilities and grow professionally.

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

You’ll make an impact by:

• Developing claim methodologies and manage the preparation of R&D tax relief claims for submission to HMRC.
• Leading interviews with clients’ technical and finance teams to advise on the R&D tax relief and to assist with identification of qualifying R&D activities and expenditure.
• Demonstrating your expertise in writing technical descriptions of the client’s projects to include in the reports.
• Identifying, leading on, and progressing business development opportunities, pitching for work with both new and existing clients.
• Leading as a point of contact on specific R&D software projects.
• Utilising your existing computer science or developer skills to assist junior members of the team with their personal development.

What we are looking for:

Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday life and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you!

We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate:

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

What we can offer you:

We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.

• 27 Days Holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days).
• Hybrid working.
• Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP.
• Individual healthcare cover.
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse Talent Development team.

At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client’s needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.