Role Overview
Our clients are seeking an ambitious and high-performing R&D Tax Director to join its progressive and forward-thinking Tax Department. This role offers excellent opportunities for career progression, exposure to complex and challenging projects, and ongoing learning and development within a collaborative environment.
The successful candidate will lead R&D tax engagements, working closely with client-side engineers as well as finance and tax teams across a range of industries. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality R&D tax claims, managing submissions to Revenue, and maintaining strong client communication throughout the process.
Key Responsibilities
Lead R&D tax engagements and oversee the end-to-end delivery of claims
Manage and develop members of the R&D team, supporting their skill development and career progression
Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact
Lead client meetings and collaborate with colleagues, intermediaries, and external networks to generate new business opportunities
Identify qualifying R&D projects and expenditure through technical and financial discussions
Conduct and review technical and financial assessments, ensuring accuracy and completeness
Ensure all R&D claims comply with relevant tax legislation and guidelines
Prepare financial calculations for R&D claims and liaise with internal and external tax teams to ensure accurate reporting in tax returns
Manage project timelines, coordinating with clients, colleagues, and Revenue to ensure claims are optimised and delivered on time
Contribute to solving complex technical challenges and developing innovative solutions
Promote the firm’s R&D tax services both internally and externally
Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge and continuously develop professional expertise
Represent the firm at seminars, presentations, and industry events
Experience, Skills & Qualifications
Strong technical expertise in R&D tax relief schemes, including claim preparation and quantification
Ability to review and sign off on technical reports, supporting documentation, and cost analyses
Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously within a client-focused environment
Extensive experience working on R&D tax claims for both SMEs and large organisations
Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders, including Managing Directors, CFOs, CEOs, and CTOs
Demonstrated ability to mentor, train, and manage junior team members
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts in a clear, non-technical manner
Proactive approach to business development, with a track record of identifying and securing new opportunities
Experience producing technical and marketing content to support service offerings and communicate regulatory updates
Strong commercial awareness and strategic mindset
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