About The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our R&D team as an R&D Manager. With true flexibility, you can choose to work from one of our Hub offices in Castle Donington, Birmingham, or London, or from home if you live further away.
Our R&D team brings together the cohesion of a close-knit group with the capability of a 35‑strong, high‑performing consultancy. We actively support one another and share a commitment to building something that endures. Our strength lies in the breadth and depth of our expertise – spanning engineering, biotechnology, chemistry, and IT, alongside more unconventional perspectives (including an astrophysicist).
We support our IT & Software clients through R&D tax incentives and Patent Box relief, and by working with an ecosystem of advisors such as grants providers and patent attorneys.
Day in the Life of an IT R&D Manager
* Be one of our “Delivery Leads” on claims across Software/IT clients, looking after and owning a portfolio of claims.
* Work collaboratively with senior managers who will support you on claims.
* Build fantastic relationships with clients delivering outstanding service.
* Lead the technical and financial aspects of R&D claims.
* Seek opportunities to support senior members of the team on practice development initiatives such as training, wellbeing, marketing, etc.
About You
As an IT R&D Manager, you will need an analytical outlook with a process‑driven mindset. You will have a good track record in building solid relationships with clients and colleagues. The following experience is desirable:
* Experience managing R&D Incentives claims for Software/IT clients from both a technical and financial perspective.
* IT/Software background would be advantageous.
* An open mind to try something new with the drive and ambition to learn and grow.
About Us
We’ve been dubbed “the rebels of accountancy”. We’re straight‑talking, never afraid to share our opinions. We put people and relationships before products and services, and deliver a streamlined, client‑focused service free from unnecessary red tape.
Our Recent Achievements
* Best Companies’ No.1 Accountancy Firm & No.30 Best Large Company to Work For in the UK
* Became B Corp Certified in 2023 and remain the UK’s largest accountancy B Corp.
* Achieved 5 awards at the Inspiring Workplace Awards in 2025: winner in the Large Business category and best in class for inspiring People & Culture, Wellbeing, Inclusion, and Employee Experience.
What’s in it for you
Our people are the beating heart of our culture. We know that if you love working here, and you’re given the trust and autonomy to work in a way that best suits you, you’ll produce amazing results.
Benefits
* A flexible approach to work – balancing working from home, in office, or with clients.
* A generous holiday entitlement.
* An enhanced parental leave policy.
* An enhanced pension scheme.
* No dress code – just “wear something!”.
* A multi‑award‑winning wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental, spiritual, and financial health.
* Volunteering opportunities to work closer with local communities and charities.
* Cooper Parry social/sports clubs.
As an equal opportunities employer, we’ll work with you to ensure you have everything you need to develop your skills and achieve your best.
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