R&D Tax Incentives Senior Associate – Client-Facing

PwC; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Private medical cover

Virtual GP access

Volunteer days

Job summary

PwC UK is seeking a Senior Associate to deliver R&D tax incentives work for client engagements from day one, leading communications, building relationships, and owning defined workstreams. You will develop technical knowledge, mentor juniors, support business development, and coordinate with stakeholders across the PwC tax team, applying the latest HMRC guidance and leveraging AI tools to draft reports.

You will contribute to client delivery with rigor, adaptability and proactive collaboration,

Qualifications

• Sound understanding of the R&D regimes and practical experience in preparing R&D claims, including developing claim workings and drafting supporting documentation
• Ability to lead yourself and work independently on defined tasks while collaborating with the team
• Strong client service orientation and confidence engaging with client stakeholders at various levels
• Professional tax qualification (CTA, ACA, ACCA) or equivalent work experience, including international qualifications

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality work across R&D tax incentive projects and own defined workstreams
• Manage day-to-day client queries and coordinate information requests
• Support project planning and delivery with Managers and Senior Managers
• Use AI tools to prepare formal reports and draft technical summaries for HMRC claims
• Mentor juniors by sharing knowledge and providing coaching
• Identify opportunities to add value for clients and support business development
• Coordinate with PwC Tax Markets and other teams and maintain clear records

Skills

Client relationship

Project management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Coaching

Business development

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

CTA/ACA/ACCA or international equivalent

Tools

Excel

AI tools for reports

Job description

PwC UK is seeking a Senior Associate to deliver R&D tax incentives work for client engagements from day one, leading communications, building relationships, and owning defined workstreams. You will develop technical knowledge, mentor juniors, support business development, and coordinate with stakeholders across the PwC tax team, applying the latest HMRC guidance and leveraging AI tools to draft reports.

You will contribute to client delivery with rigor, adaptability and proactive collaboration,