R&D Tax Manager - Big4 Firm

Pro-Tax; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in London is seeking an experienced R&D Tax Manager to lead client engagements and manage technical claims. The position requires a solid understanding of R&D tax regimes and strong analytical skills, with a salary range of £60,000 to £75,000 plus benefits. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in a dynamic team focused on delivering high-quality advisory work.

Benefits

Benefits

Bonus

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of R&D tax regimes, including SME and RDEC claims.
• Experience preparing supporting documentation and reviewing numerical workings.
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Leading client engagements and managing day-to-day communications.
• Preparing technical documentation for HMRC claims.
• Reviewing claim workings and applying legislation.

Skills

R&D tax regimes understanding

Client service

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Excel capability

Job description

Overview

R&D Tax Manager - Big4
London
£60,000 - £75,000 + Benefits + Bonus

We are currently working with a Big4 accountancy firm in the UK who are looking to strengthen their innovations team with several key hires at R&D Tax Manager level.

Your New Team

You'll be joining a fast-growing and forward-thinking tax incentives team that's passionate about helping businesses unlock value through HMRC reliefs. They advise on R&D tax credits, Patent Box claims, and Capital Allowances - all powerful tools that reward innovation and technological advancement.

Your New Role

As a Manager, you\'ll play a key role in delivering high-quality advisory work across all the incentives they support. You\'ll lead on client relationships, manage deadlines, and become a trusted point of contact. You\'ll be hands-on with technical and numerical aspects of claims, preparing formal reports and summaries that showcase the innovation our clients are driving. You\'ll also be encouraged to take ownership of your development - staying on top of HMRC guidance and legislation and learning through real-world application.

Responsibilities

• Leading client engagements and managing day-to-day communications
• Preparing technical documentation and supporting numerical claims for HMRC
• Reviewing claim workings and applying legislation to real scenarios
• Spotting opportunities to add value across the wider tax team and firm
• Proactively contributing to business development and growth

Qualifications

• A solid understanding of R&D tax regimes, including SME and RDEC claims
• Experience preparing supporting documentation and reviewing numerical workings
• A passion for client service and confidence engaging with stakeholders at all levels
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple projects across a varied portfolio
• Analytical skills and Excel capability to interpret and compile claim data

Want to find out more about this role? Please reach out to John Corfield on 07921 603 914 or email at [e-mail]

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