Hays are recruiting an R&D and Innovation Tax Manager for their client, a Top 10 Accountancy firm.
As a Manager you will lead the delivery of R&D and Patent Box services across a varied portfolio of clients. You will take responsibility for client relationships, technical delivery and financial management, ensuring a consistently high standard of service.
Working closely with senior leadership, you will also contribute to advisory projects, support business development initiatives and help shape the ongoing growth of the service line.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a portfolio of R&D and Patent Box clients, acting as the primary point of contact
Lead on the preparation and/or review of R&D tax and Patent Box claims
Oversee client relationships, ensuring work is delivered to a high standard and within agreed timelines
Manage WIP, billing and fee recovery, ensuring effective financial control across your portfolio
Provide technical guidance on complex R&D and Patent Box matters
Support advisory work, including completion of technical analyses and reports for Partner / Director review.
Attend client meetings, including pre-year-end and completion meetings
Identify opportunities to add value and proactively contribute to business development activity
Team Leadership & Development
Manage and support a team, delegating work and ensuring appropriate development opportunities
Provide coaching and technical training to junior colleagues
Encourage independent thinking and continuous improvement within the team
Participate in recruitment and team management activities, including interviews and team oversight
Technical & Commercial Focus
Maintain strong technical knowledge of R&D and Patent Box legislation
Keep up to date with changes in tax legislation and identify emerging opportunities for clients
Contribute to internal training initiatives and wider knowledge sharing
Support the preparation of proposals, fee quotes and client tenders
Demonstrate commercial awareness, including pricing strategies and client profitability
Drive efficiencies through improved processes and adoption of new technologies
Skills & Experience
Significant experience in R&D Tax Relief and/or Patent Box
Qualified or qualified by experience (ACA / ACCA / ATT / CTA or equivalent)
Strong technical and analytical capability
Proven experience managing client relationships and delivering complex projects
Commercially aware, with experience managing fees and WIP
Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels
Experience managing and developing teams
What's on Offer
A varied and technically interesting portfolio of work
Clear progression opportunities within a growing and ambitious team
A collaborative and supportive working environment
Flexible and hybrid working options
The opportunity to play a key role in shaping the growth of the R&D and Innovation offeringThis is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious R&D Tax professional looking to take the next step in their career within a forward-thinking and dynamic firm.
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