R&D Tax Senior Manager - North

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic R&D Tax Senior Manager to join their Innovation Incentives team. This role offers the chance to work with high-profile clients, managing R&D tax credit claims and collaborating with engineers and finance professionals. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality services while building strong client relationships and supporting team development. This is a fantastic opportunity for motivated individuals looking to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on innovation and continuous learning. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working

Career development support

Comprehensive Total Rewards package

Continuous learning opportunities

Diverse and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Experience in R&D tax claims with strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage client expectations and deliver high-quality services.

Responsibilities

• Manage successful delivery of R&D tax services to clients.
• Build and maintain client relationships while supporting junior team members.

Skills

Relationship management

Technical skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Motivated self-starter

Education

Engineering or Science degree

Job description

R&D Tax Senior Manager - Manchester or Scotland

Would you like the opportunity to work in our Innovation Incentives team helping clients file R&D tax credit claims?

EY’s Innovation Incentives team is a specialist team made up of engineers and IT specialists as well as tax and accounting professionals. Our team supports companies in filing R&D tax credit claims and applying for cash grants which were introduced by the government to encourage UK companies to invest in innovation.

The candidate should have previous experience in R&D tax and would be responsible for managing the delivery of R&D tax claims to our clients.

Serving a variety of high profile clients (FTSE 100 and 250 multinational companies to fast-growing tech start-ups), you will be required to work closely with senior engineers/scientists and finance/tax professionals of our clients. You will play an active role in helping to identify the clients R&D projects and be the main client contact for delivery of the claims.

The opportunity

This offers an exciting opportunity for motivated individuals with experience in R&D tax claims to join EY’s fast-growing and highly successful Innovation Incentives team. The team is looking for experienced and enthusiastic engineers/scientists to be part of a growing and dynamic practice.

You will be required to lead R&D tax engagements with clients and work closely with lead engineers and the finance and tax departments of our clients across different sectors. You will be responsible for the high-quality delivery of our claims and play an active role in the delivery of the R&D claims for submission to HMRC and taking part in extensive client communication.

Your key responsibilities:

• Manage the successful delivery of R&D tax services to the client
• Support the development of junior members of the team
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and provide high levels of client service
• Build relationships both within the firm and externally with clients, identifying opportunities and managing expectations
• Contribute to winning new work by proactively managing existing clients and contributing to winning new clients.

Skills and attributes for success:

• Relationship management skills with the ability to manage client expectations
• Desire to understand the latest, cutting-edge technologies used by a variety of businesses
• Strong technical skills and keen to develop further
• Strong Excel capability including manipulating large and complex datasets
• Strong communication skills and confidence in speaking, as the role requires holding one-to-one meetings with our clients' senior technical and finance staff
• Highly motivated self-starter, with a proven track record in taking initiatives, whilst also having a collaborative and team-building attitude

To qualify for the role you must have:

• Engineering or Science degree qualified (for an Engineering/Science background)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills and a collaborative approach to management
• The flexibility to constantly learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Project management skills, plan and prioritize work, meet deadlines, monitor own budget
• Work experience in your chosen industry

What we look for:

• Team player; ability to integrate with new teams quickly
• Outgoing with good relationship skills and the ability to deliver quality output

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.

Apply now.