Location: Any About Us: We are seeking an experienced Assistant R&D Manager or R&D Manager to join our in-house R&D tax team. Our firm serves a diverse client portfolio spanning various business sectors, offering opportunities to work on a wide range of R&D tax projects. The role As a member of our team, you will work with senior staff to lead the preparation of R&D claims, ensuring compliance with R&D tax legislation and providing valuable expertise to our clients. Responsibilities: Collaborate confidently and knowledgeably with senior colleagues within the R&D, corporate tax, audit, and accounts teams. Support client meetings and presentations, explaining our services effectively. Assist in identifying opportunities and participating in new business pitches for both new and existing clients. Manage and successfully deliver R&D tax projects, emphasizing technical excellence and practical, business-driven solutions. Prepare comprehensive documentation in line with UK BEIS guidelines and CIRD manual to support R&D claims while adhering to the firm's quality standards. Craft technical descriptions of client projects for inclusion in reports to be submitted to HMRC, and edit client-drafted descriptions for improvements. Coordinate and participate in interviews with clients' technical and finance teams, advising on R&D tax relief and qualifying R&D activities and expenditures. Contribute to claim methodology development and assist in the preparation of R&D tax relief claims for submission to HMRC. Support R&D engagements, including cost monitoring, billing, risk management, deliverables, and client relationships. Assist in preparing documentation and liaising with HMRC to address inquiries related to R&D Tax claims. Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships, delivering high levels of client service. Foster relationships within the firm and externally with clients, identifying growth opportunities and managing client expectations. Keep all relevant teams and Partners informed about project responsibilities and any issues that may impact client relationships. Collaborate with colleagues across different disciplines to build an internal network. The Team: Our R&D team is a national team based across different Saffery offices, with a dedicated group of Corporate Tax colleagues specialising in R&D tax. We’re looking for someone to ideally join our Bristol office however location is flexible. Qualifications and Skills: Proactive, resilient, and driven with recent practical experience managing an R&D tax portfolio. Leadership: Strong managerial skills and up-to-date working knowledge of R&D tax issues. Background: Experience in organizing the delivery of R&D tax work, problem-solving, and taking initiative. Collegiality: Confidence and professionalism to establish credibility at all levels. Business Building: Commercial acumen and a clear understanding of client requirements. Qualifications: Preferably CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified. General Requirements: Ability to work flexibly, including outside of normal working hours and out-of-hours coverage when necessary. Willingness to travel to the firm's offices as required. Salary and Benefits Salary: We offer a competitive, market-based salary. Working Hours : A 35-hour working week with a hybrid working policy, allowing for up to three days per week working from home (core hours are 10-4). Benefits : Contributory pension scheme, 25 days annual leave, life assurance cover, flexible benefits, and family-friendly policies. Profit-Sharing : Eligibility for the firm’s Profit-Sharing Plan, paid in December. Discretionary Bonus Scheme : Our new discretionary bonus scheme for Directors, Senior Managers, Managers and Assistant Managers is effective from 1 April 2024, and where due, payments will be made in July 2025 Why Join Us? Work-Life Balance : We offer a supportive work environment with a great work-life balance.