R&D Tax Manager
Bristol or Birmingham | Circa £56,000 – £73,000 | Permanent
This practice has been investing in building an R&D tax team that can navigate the current landscape properly. They are not looking for someone to rubber-stamp claims. They want a Manager who understands the technical framework thoroughly, can handle HMRC scrutiny, and can work with clients across a range of sectors to identify and document qualifying activity.
The Role
* Manage a portfolio of R&D tax credit clients, overseeing the preparation and submission of claims across a range of sectors.
* Work with clients to understand their qualifying activities and expenditure, translating technical detail into robust, HMRC-ready claim documentation.
* Handle HMRC R&D enquiries and support clients through compliance checks, drawing on a sound understanding of the current legislative framework.
* Work with corporate tax colleagues to ensure R&D claims are properly integrated into the overall compliance picture.
* Contribute to the development of the R&D tax service, including business development and referral relationships.
About You
* Qualified, with a tax-specific qualification preferred. A background in R&D tax within a practice, boutique, or advisory environment.
* Strong technical knowledge of the R&D tax relief regime, including the merged scheme and recent legislative changes.
* Experience handling HMRC enquiries and communicating with clients at a technical level.
* Commercially aware, with the ability to explain complex claims clearly to finance teams and business owners.
Why This Role
The practice has invested in its specialist tax capability and the R&D team has real room to grow. This role offers a varied portfolio, genuine technical development, and a strong platform for progression to Senior Manager and Director level.