Job Description
R&D Tax Assistant Manager
Location: Glasgow (open to candidates willing to relocate)
About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced R&D Tax professional to join their growing innovation incentives team as an Assistant Manager. This opportunity is ideal for someone with around 2-3 years of hands-on experience preparing R&D claims who’s ready to take the next step into a leadership role.
You’ll be part of a collaborative national team that supports a diverse client base - from start-ups to large corporates - across sectors such as manufacturing, engineering, life sciences, software, and digital technologies. The role offers strong progression potential, exposure to complex claims, and the chance to play a key part in the continued growth of the R&D service line.
Key Responsibilities
1. Manage a portfolio of R&D Tax clients, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality claims.
2. Lead client meetings to identify qualifying activities, costs, and relevant projects.
3. Review and refine technical and financial documentation prepared by junior team members.
4. Draft clear, concise, and technically accurate project reports for HMRC submission.
5. Support business development by identifying new opportunities within existing c...