R&D Technical Consultant – CBTax
Location: Northampton (Office-Based)
Salary: Negotiable + performance-based bonus
Reporting to: Technical Director
This role is perfect for recent graduates from a STEM background or career professionals in Science or Engineering. We’re actively recruiting talent across experience levels, from associates to PhD experts.
Bridge Innovation and Tax. Turn Complex Ideas into Strategic Value
At CBTax, our R&D Technical Consultants work directly with innovative businesses across the UK and Ireland, translating complex technical work into powerful, compliant R&D tax relief claims. From engineering and software to life sciences and manufacturing, we help clients unlock funding and push the boundaries of innovation. If you enjoy understanding how things work, solving problems, and explaining technical concepts clearly, this is your opportunity to do it all in a commercially impactful role.
What You'll Do
* Work directly with clients to uncover and assess eligible R&D activities
* Conduct technical interviews and on-site visits with engineers and scientists
* Analyse complex technical processes and write compelling technical reports
* Partner with tax and compliance teams to ensure high‑quality submissions
* Keep up to date with HMRC guidance to ensure all technical content is audit‑ready
* Advise clients on best practices for documentation and record‑keeping
* Support responses to HMRC queries and technical clarification requests
What You Bring
* A STEM degree (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Maths) or equivalent experience
* Strong analytical and technical writing skills
* Ability to distil complex concepts for both technical and non‑technical audiences
* Commercial awareness and confidence in client‑facing conversations
* Curiosity, problem‑solving mindset, and attention to detail
* Should be willing to travel to clients as required
Nice To Have
* Prior experience in R&D tax consultancy or technical report/grant writing
* Background in engineering, software, or scientific research
* Familiarity with UK R&D tax relief legislation
* Experience interviewing engineers or technical teams
You'll Thrive Here If You…
* Enjoy working across tech, science, engineering and commercial advisory
* Want a career that blends your STEM knowledge with real‑world business impact
* Take pride in clear, structured writing and effective client communication
* Are looking to grow in a collaborative, knowledge‑driven team
* See innovation not just as a topic but as a way of working
What's in It for You?
* A negotiable basic + performance‑based bonus
* 5% employer pension contribution
* Bupa private healthcare
* Tech Scheme stay up to date with the latest gear
* Flexible lifestyle benefits and reward incentives
Career Progression & Culture
* Clear path to Senior Technical Consultant and R&D Manager
* Regular development and mentoring opportunities
* Work with some of the UK’s most innovative businesses
* Join a team of scientists, engineers, and commercial experts driving impact
Inclusion & Accessibility
We welcome talent from all backgrounds. If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, we’re happy to support you.
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