R&D Tax Software Associate Director

Cedar; West Midlands Combined Authority; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global professional services firm as an Associate Director in the Innovation Reliefs team, focusing on R&D tax claims in the software and technology space. This client-facing role involves leading technical interviews and collaborating with professionals across various sectors, providing an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in computer science or software development to build a rewarding career.

Qualifications

• Strong academic or commercial background in computer science/software development.
• Experience in R&D tax is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication and report reviewing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical interviews with clients to understand eligible R&D activity.
• Review detailed technical reports and provide quality assurance.
• Collaborate with tax and sector specialists across the business.

Skills

Communication

Report Reviewing

Client Engagement

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Software Development

Job description

R&D Tax – Software Associate Director
Location: Flexible (UK) – Hybrid Working
Salary: Up to £90,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the growing Innovation Reliefs team at a global professional services firm. Due to rapid client growth, they are looking for an Associate Director with a strong background in computer science or software development to focus on R&D tax claims within the software and technology space.

You’ll work alongside industry-leading IT and tax professionals, advising a wide range of clients across various sectors. This role is client-facing from day one – you’ll lead technical interviews and play a key role in reviewing R&D claims, while a team of junior specialists supports report writing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead technical interviews with clients to understand eligible R&D activity

• Review detailed technical reports and provide quality assurance

• Collaborate with tax and sector specialists across the business

• Support client engagements across a wide range of industries

• Stay up to date with HMRC guidance and R&D legislation

About You:

• Strong academic or commercial background in computer science/software development

• Excellent communication and report reviewing skills

• Experience in R&D tax is desirable but not essential

• Passion for working directly with clients and explaining complex ideas clearly

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with technical expertise looking to build a long-term career in R&D tax within a collaborative and high-growth environment.

For more information, please contact Chris Barnett.

Tagged as: R&D Tax, Research & Development Tax, STEM, Software