R&D Tax - IT Manager

EY; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm in London seeks an experienced R&D IT Manager to support Financial Services with R&D claims. Candidates should have a solid understanding of the UK R&D scheme, a software engineering background, and previous R&D experience. This position involves managing R&D claims, conducting client discussions, and training junior staff. A competitive remuneration package and flexible working options are offered.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Flexible working support

Career development

Continuous learning opportunities

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Experience supporting companies with R&D claims.
• Solid understanding of the UK R&D scheme.
• Background in software development or engineering.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of R&D claims for various businesses.
• Conduct detailed technical discussions with clients.
• Prepare and review technical documents for R&D activities.
• Coach and train junior team members.
• Identify and win new business opportunities.
• Engage with HMRC to resolve R&D questions.

Skills

R&D experience

IT industry experience

Public speaking

Attention to detail

Strong writing skills

Adaptability to new technologies

Job description

R&D Tax - IT Manager

EY’s Global Grants, Credits, and Incentives team is a highly successful group that includes tax and engineering specialists working with a variety of high-profile clients, from FTSE 100 and 250 multinational companies to fast-growing tech start-ups. Within this team, we have a specialized group focused on providing R&D incentives support to companies in the Financial Services sector.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting chance for an established R&D advisor with a software engineering background to advance their career as an R&D IT Manager in the Financial Services sector.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Manager with a solid understanding of the UK R&D scheme and experience in supporting companies with R&D claims related to software development.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Project managing the delivery of a caseload of R&D claims for a range of businesses, from small to very large and complex.
• Conducting detailed technical discussions with clients to explain the meaning of R&D for tax purposes and help them understand which elements of their work meet the criteria.
• Preparing and reviewing technical documents that explain the R&D activities undertaken on client projects based on gathered information.
• Providing coaching and training to junior team members.
• Involvement in business development, identifying, and winning new opportunities.
• Assisting in engaging with HMRC to resolve R&D questions.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Previous R&D experience.
• IT industry experience, specifically as a software developer or engineer.
• Experience in the Financial Services sector is beneficial.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and adapt to evolving claim preparation methods.
• Strong writing skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in public speaking.
• Highly motivated self-starter with a proven track record of initiative, along with a collaborative and team-building attitude.

What we offer

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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