R&D Tax Senior Manager - North

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated individuals with a background in R&D tax claims to join their dynamic Innovation Incentives team. This role involves leading R&D tax engagements, collaborating closely with clients, and ensuring high-quality delivery of claims. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to a diverse and inclusive culture. With a focus on continuous learning and professional development, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact while being rewarded for your performance. If you are a proactive team player looking to grow in a fast-paced environment, this role is for you.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Career development support

Health and well-being benefits

Insurance and savings options

Discounts and promotions

Qualifications

• Experience in R&D tax claims and client management.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Relationship management

Technical skills

Excel capabilities

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Engineering or Science Degree

Job description

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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 are 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 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 acquiring 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 a keen interest in further development
• Strong Excel capabilities, including manipulating large and complex datasets
• Strong communication skills and confidence in speaking, as the role requires holding one-to-one meetings with senior technical and finance staff of clients
• Highly motivated self-starter, with a proven track record of taking initiatives, whilst also possessing a collaborative and team-building attitude

To qualify for the role you must have:

• An engineering or science degree (for an engineering/science background)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with 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, including planning, prioritizing work, meeting deadlines, and monitoring your 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.