R&D Tax - IT / Software Consultant

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R&D Tax - IT / Software Consultant, London

Client: EY

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: a17d841021f9

Job Views: 12

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

The opportunity

An exciting opportunity to work in EY’s Global Grants Credits & Incentives team based in our central London office, alongside other STEM professionals, as well as tax and accounting colleagues.

As an IT / Software Consultant, you will work with clients across the Financial Services sector, developing cutting-edge technology to support the UK’s leadership in research and development investment.

You will join a diverse team of industry and tax specialists, conducting interviews with senior technical personnel to identify qualifying R&D activities, writing reports on client projects, and engaging in client communication. Opportunities for supporting business development and cross-sector claims are also available.

Your key responsibilities

• Collaborate effectively within project teams, demonstrating strong communication skills
• Write technical reports highlighting key technical aspects of client projects for R&D tax claims
• Engage with clients’ senior technical staff to understand projects and identify R&D qualifying aspects
• Apply problem-solving and critical thinking skills to project delivery
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Support client meetings and deliver high-quality advice, managing risks
• Adapt and expand knowledge across different sectors

Skills and attributes for success

• Interest in software technologies and programming languages
• Experience with software projects and understanding technological limitations
• Ability to quickly grasp new software concepts and discuss them in-depth
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Interest in project management and tax applications

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Computer Science or Software Development experience, ideally industry-based
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Flexibility to learn and adapt quickly

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience in R&D tax or industry experience (advantageous but not required)

What we look for:

• Team player with quick integration skills
• Outgoing personality with relationship-building skills

What we offer

Competitive remuneration, flexible benefits including holidays, health, insurance, savings, and discounts. We support continuous learning, personal success, leadership development, and foster a diverse and inclusive culture.