R&D Tax Senior Manager
Location: Reading or London (Hybrid Working)
Salary: Up to £95,000 basic + discretionary bonus + benefits
About the Firm
Our client is a leading national audit, tax, advisory and consulting firm with strong international reach. As a Top 10 global accounting firm, the firm has access to over 40,000 professionals across more than 140 countries and 800 offices worldwide.
The firm works with a broad range of clients, from innovative start-ups through to established multinational organisations, helping them navigate complex tax matters and maximise the value of available incentives.
Their Innovation Taxes team specialises in advising companies on R&D tax relief and related innovation incentives, helping clients identify qualifying activities and maximise the benefit of available tax relief.
The firm places a strong emphasis on collaboration, professional development and long-term career progression, offering employees the opportunity to work alongside experienced specialists while continuing to develop their own expertise.
The Opportunity
Due to continued growth and recent team expansion, the firm is looking to appoint an R&D Tax Senior Manager to join its Innovation Taxes team.
This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in managing complex R&D tax engagements, developing client relationships and supporting the growth of the firm's R&D advisory offering.
You will work closely with senior leadership while overseeing the delivery of R&D claims, supporting junior team members and acting as a trusted adviser to clients across a variety of sectors.
Key Responsibilities
• Managing a portfolio of R&D tax clients and acting as a primary point of contact
• Leading technical discussions with clients to identify qualifying R&D projects and expenditure
• Overseeing the preparation of R&D claims and reviewing technical documentation produced by the team
• Ensuring all claims comply with relevant UK R&D tax legislation and HMRC guidance
• Managing multiple engagements simultaneously and ensuring deadlines are met
• Providing guidance, mentorship and line management to junior team members
• Working collaboratively with internal tax specialists and external stakeholders where required
• Supporting the development and growth of the firm's Innovation Taxes offering
• Representing the firm at client meetings, seminars and industry events
Candidate Requirements
The successful candidate will have strong experience working with UK R&D tax relief claims and the ability to confidently manage client relationships while overseeing technical delivery.
Key requirements include:
• Strong knowledge of UK R&D tax legislation and claim preparation
• Proven experience managing multiple R&D tax projects simultaneously
• Experience reviewing technical and financial documentation related to R&D claims
• Ability to confidently engage with senior stakeholders including CFOs, CTOs and Managing Directors
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical matters clearly
• Experience mentoring or managing junior team members
Highly desirable:
• Experience with software or technology-related R&D claims
• Technical or academic background in a relevant discipline such as Computer Science or Engineering
Salary & Benefits
• Salary up to £95,000 basic depending on experience
• Discretionary performance bonus
• Competitive pension scheme
• Private medical cover
• Flexible benefits package
• Hybrid working model
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
Working Environment
The firm is known for its collaborative and inclusive culture, where employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop their expertise and build long-term careers.
The business invests heavily in its people and provides access to high-quality training, mentorship and opportunities for progression within the wider organisation.