Tax - R&D Director - Manchester

EY; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading firm as a Tax - R&D Director in Manchester, where you'll manage R&D tax claims for diverse clients. This role requires strong communication and technical skills, along with an Engineering or Science degree. Be part of a dynamic team focused on innovation and client success.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Flexible benefits

Continuous learning

Leadership development

Diverse, inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Previous R&D tax experience.
• Flexibility to learn and adapt quickly.

Responsibilities

• Manage the successful delivery of R&D tax services to clients.
• Support the development of junior team members.
• Handle day-to-day client liaison.

Skills

Relationship management

Communication

Negotiation

Technical skills

Teamwork

Education

Engineering or Science degree

Tools

Excel

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R&D Tax Director - Manchester

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 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 work closely with senior engineers/scientists and finance/tax professionals of our clients. You will play an active role in helping identify the clients' R&D projects and be the main client contact for the 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 lead R&D tax engagements with clients and work closely with lead engineers and the finance and tax departments across sectors. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality claims and actively participating in submission to HMRC and client communication.

Your key responsibilities:

• Manage the successful delivery of R&D tax services to clients
• Support the development of junior team members
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, providing high levels of service
• Identify opportunities and manage expectations within the firm and externally
• Contribute to winning new work through proactive client management
• Handle day-to-day client liaison

Skills and attributes for success:

• Previous R&D tax experience
• Relationship management skills and client expectation management
• Interest in cutting-edge technologies
• Strong technical skills with a desire to develop further
• Proficiency in Excel, manipulating large datasets
• Excellent communication skills, confident in client meetings with senior technical and finance staff
• Self-motivated, proactive, collaborative team player

To qualify for the role you must have:

• An Engineering or Science degree (or similar)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Flexibility to learn and adapt quickly

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Project management skills, ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Relevant industry work experience

What we look for:

• Team player with quick integration skills
• Outgoing personality with strong relationship skills and quality output

What We Offer

Competitive remuneration, flexible benefits, continuous learning, leadership development, and a diverse, inclusive culture. We support your growth and success in a dynamic environment.

If you meet the criteria, please contact us promptly.

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