Software Technical Consultant

Bonham & Brook; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellbeing rewards

EAP

Training & qualifications support

Mentoring

Hybrid working

Generous leave

Pension salary sacrifice

Cycle to Work

Referral bonus £2,500

Job summary

Bonham & Brook is building its UK advisory team in London to specialise in R&D tax credit services. The Technical Consultant will support DSIT-guideline-based claims, interact with diverse clients and assist in preparing technical reports and regulatory submissions.

You will work with senior staff to analyze R&D activities, ensure timely submissions, and stay updated on legislative changes in R&D incentives, with hybrid or flexible working arrangements where role requirements permit.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or similar.
• 1+ years' experience as an R&D Technical Consultant.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed R&D technical reports aligned with regulatory standards.
• Engage in meetings with stakeholders and document eligible R&D activities.
• Analyse clients’ R&D activities to identify innovations and eligibility.
• Assist with project timelines and the claim process.
• Support compliance checks and respond to inquiries under supervision.
• Stay updated with changes in R&D tax incentives.

Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Team Collaboration

Legislative Awareness

Education

Technical Degree (CS/IT/Engineering)

Job description

About Bonham & Brook

Bonham & Brook is a fast-growing advisory firm specialising in optimising tax relief solutions for businesses. We're building our UK team in London, and while our services are specialist, our reputation comes from high performance, strong values and a culture that backs our people to succeed.

The Role

As a Technical Consultant specialising in Software at Bonham and Brook, you will support the preparation and submission of R&D tax credit claims, interacting with a diverse range of clients. This role involves understanding and applying DSIT Guidelines and the Corporate Intangibles Research and Development Manual to assist in the claim preparation process. You will contribute to the firm’s efforts in delivering comprehensive R&D consultancy services.

Key Responsibilities

• Report Preparation: Assist in preparing detailed R&D technical reports, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards.

• Client Interaction: Participate in meetings and technical discussions with various stakeholders, documenting eligible R&D activities effectively.

• Technical Support: Help analyse clients’ R&D activities to determine their innovations and eligibility for tax incentives.

• Process Assistance: Support the management of project timelines and the claim process to ensure timely and accurate submissions.

• Regulatory Support: Assist with compliance checks and enquiry responses under the guidance of senior staff.

• Professional Development: Keep up to date with legislative changes in R&D tax incentives and apply this knowledge under supervision.

Qualifications and Experience

We are seeking a technical professional who possesses:

• Technical Degree: Possession of a degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or similar.

• Proven Experience: 1+ years' experience in the role of R&D Technical Consultant.

Skills and Traits

• Communication Skills: Ability to articulate complex technical information effectively to a range of stakeholders.

• Analytical Skills: Capable of conducting technical analysis with supervision where necessary.

• Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively as part of a team including upskilling junior or other team members.

• Legislative Awareness: Basic understanding of government tax credit legislation with a commitment to further learning.

Why Join Us?

At Bonham & Brook, we want our people to feel supported, recognised and able to grow. Our benefits include:

Health & Wellbeing

• Vitality private medical insurance

• Vitality wellbeing rewards and discounted gym membership

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Learning & Development

• Commitment to supporting employee learning and development

• Professional training and qualification support, where applicable

• Mentoring and development opportunities, where available

• Structured onboarding for new starters

• Internal career development opportunities, subject to business needs

Rewards & Financial Benefits

• Discretionary annual performance bonus

• Commission opportunities where applicable

• Company pension scheme with salary sacrifice option

• EV salary sacrifice scheme

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Employee referral bonus of up to £2,500

Flexible Working & Time Off

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements may be available depending on the requirements of the role, business needs, and location.

• Generous annual leave, increasing with length of service

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

• Support for family commitments and important life events

Culture & Recognition

• Employee recognition programme that celebrates and rewards contributions and achievements

• Regular company-wide events and local team socials

• A collaborative, inclusive and supportive working environment

• Opportunities to connect with colleagues across our London, Manchester and Glasgow offices