R&D Tax Engagement Lead — Engineering

The Credit Index; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

EY UK, based in Glasgow with a UK-wide hybrid team, is seeking a Manager to lead R&D tax engagements and deliver HMRC-ready claims. The role spans client interviews with engineers and finance leaders and overseeing project delivery across sectors.

The successful candidate will mentor juniors, identify value-adding opportunities, and manage expectations with senior client stakeholders in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• R&D tax experience with engineering or science degree.
• Strong Excel capability for large and complex datasets.
• Confident communication in one-to-one meetings with senior client staff.
• Highly motivated self-starter with collaborative team attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D tax engagements and deliver claims for HMRC submission.
• Interview client engineers and finance leaders across sectors.
• Manage successful delivery of R&D tax services and mentor juniors.
• Identify opportunities and manage expectations with client stakeholders.

Skills

Excel

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Engineering or Science degree

Job description

EY UK, based in Glasgow with a UK-wide hybrid team, is seeking a Manager to lead R&D tax engagements and deliver HMRC-ready claims. The role spans client interviews with engineers and finance leaders and overseeing project delivery across sectors.

The successful candidate will mentor juniors, identify value-adding opportunities, and manage expectations with senior client stakeholders in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.