R&D Tax Senior Manager

PwC; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Tax professional at Senior Manager level to join their ICI practice, focusing on UK R&D tax incentives. This role requires strong project management and communication skills, alongside the ability to mentor junior staff and engage effectively with clients. The opportunity offers benefits designed to support and reward contributions, including flexible working arrangements and health coverage.

Benefits

Private medical cover

24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP

Six volunteering days a year

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in UK R&D tax incentives required.
• Proven project management skills necessary.
• Excellent communication and writing skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of R&D clients and prepare claims.
• Build strong client relationships and liaise with HMRC.
• Supervise junior team members and maintain stakeholder communications.
• Identify new opportunities for growth in ICI practice.

Skills

UK R&D tax incentives

Project management

Excellent communication

Leadership

Analytical mindset

Education

ACA/CA/ACCA/ATT/CTA or equivalent

Job description

About This Role

We are seeking an experienced Tax professional at Senior Manager level to join our growing ICI practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in UK R&D tax incentives and a proven ability to advise across diverse industries. We value individuals who are passionate about innovation, eager to build relationships with a wide range of businesses, and motivated to play a direct role in shaping our practice's future. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute expertise, drive growth, and make a meaningful impact within a dynamic team committed to excellence and forward‑thinking solutions.

What Your Day Will Look Like

• Lead & Deliver: Manage a portfolio of R&D clients, oversee projects, and prepare claims for HMRC submission.
• Engage & Advise: Build strong client relationships, liaise with HMRC, and provide tax technical guidance on R&D.
• Develop Talent: Supervise junior team members, keep senior stakeholders updated, and foster a collaborative culture.
• Drive Growth: Spot new opportunities, contribute to pitches, and play a key role in expanding our ICI practice.

This role is for you If

• Must possess an ACA/CA/ACCA/ATT/CTA (or international equivalent) or Tax Inspector with full technical training.
• Strong expertise in UK R&D tax incentives, including claim preparation and submission.
• Proven project management skills, able to handle multiple live projects and workloads effectively.
• Excellent communication and writing skills, engaging stakeholders and producing clear reports and advice notes.
• Leadership ability to coach, delegate, and develop junior team members within the ICI practice.
• Analytical mindset with numerical skills; knowledge of related tax areas (Patent Box, corporate tax) desirable.

What you'll receive from us

No matter where you may be in your career or personal life, our benefits are designed to add value and support, recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions.

We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office, home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.