Role: R&D Manager / Senior Manager. Location: Northampton (Office-Based). Salary: Negotiable + Uncapped Commission. Reporting to: Director.
Lead High-Impact Claims. Advise Innovators. Shape the Future of R&D Tax.
At CBTax, we help some of the UK and Ireland's most innovative businesses unlock millions in R&D tax relief. As an R&D Manager or Senior Manager, you’ll lead strategic client relationships, deliver high-value claims, and help build one of the most ambitious R&D tax teams in the country. We're looking for a Manager with a strong STEM background to play a massive part in our continued growth.
We’re growing fast. Join us at a senior level and make your mark.
What You’ll Do
* Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex R&D tax claims across multiple sectors.
* Provide strategic planning and consultancy across a broad client base
* Own client relationships and become a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders
* Ensure technical accuracy and legislative compliance across all submissions
* Collaborate with technical, finance, and delivery teams to drive results
* Mentor and develop junior consultants, raising the bar across the team
* Assist in progressing business development opportunities and pitch for work with both new and existing clients
* Contribute to operational improvement, client retention, and growth
What You Bring
* Experience preparing or reviewing R&D tax claims—whether as a Senior Tax Accountant, Assistant Manager, Team Leader, or established Manager in a professional services setting
* Strong understanding of UK R&D tax legislation and compliance requirements
* Leadership skills—confident managing teams and high-value client portfolios
* Excellent communication, relationship-building, and commercial awareness
* ACA, ACCA, CTA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred
You’ll Thrive Here If You…
* Enjoy solving complex tax challenges for innovative, fast-scaling businesses
* Lead from the front and take pride in developing others
* Bring a commercial edge and client-first mindset to everything you do
* Want exposure to a wide range of sectors—from engineering to life sciences
* Thrive under pressure and know how to manage multiple priorities with focus
* Are ready to step into a leadership role in a fast-growth, high-reward environment
What’s in It for You?
* Uncapped commission structure + high earning potential
* Performance-based bonus
* 5% employer pension contribution
* Bupa private healthcare
* Tech Scheme – stay ahead with the latest tools
* Flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle
About CBTax
CBTax is one of the UK’s fastest-growing tax consultancy firms, specialising in corporate tax compliance and R&D tax relief claims. Recognised as an award-winning firm, we combine STEM expertise with tax excellence to deliver real impact for our clients—and real opportunity for our people.
Inclusion & Accessibility
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know—we’re happy to support you.
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