R&D Tax - IT Manager

OU Health; London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OU Health is seeking an R&D IT Manager to join their Global Grants, Credits, and Incentives team. This pivotal role involves managing R&D claims for a range of clients, including financial services firms. Applicants should have a background in software engineering and proven R&D experience, along with strong communication and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in the IT industry as a software developer or engineer.
• Knowledge of the UK R&D scheme.
• Experience in the Financial Services sector is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of R&D claims for diverse clients.
• Conduct technical discussions to clarify R&D tax criteria.
• Prepare and review technical documentation for client projects.

Skills

R&D experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team-building attitude

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.