Downey Osborne is partnering with a leading professional services firm in Dublin to appoint an R&D Tax Director to join its Innovation & Incentives team. This is a senior leadership role for an ambitious tax professional with strong experience in R&D tax relief, looking to lead complex client engagements, manage high-performing teams, and drive growth within a progressive advisory environment.Competitive salary with performance-related bonusPension contribution, life assurance and income protectionPrivate healthcare and executive health screeningFlexible working arrangements with additional leave optionsStructured learning, development and clear career progression pathwaysModern Dublin City Centre office with onsite gym, café and amenitiesAnnual travel allowance and enhanced family-friendly leave policiesAbout YouStrong experience in R&D tax relief and innovation incentive regimesProven track record of managing and delivering complex R&D claimsExperience engaging with senior stakeholders such as CFOs, CTOs and CEOsChartered Tax Advisor, ACA or equivalent professional qualification preferredDemonstrated leadership experience, including managing and developing teamsStrong commercial awareness with a focus on business development and client growthAbout Your New RoleAlwaysLead end-to-end delivery of R&D tax engagements for a diverse client baseAct as key client contact, managing senior stakeholder relationshipsOversee technical and financial assessments and sign off R&D claim reportsLead, develop and mentor a high-performing R&D tax teamOftenIdentify qualifying R&D projects and support clients through complex technical discussionsReview and refine technical and financial documentation prepared by the teamCollaborate with internal specialists and external advisers to optimise claimsContribute to the growth and development of the R&D tax offeringOccasionallyRepresent the firm at industry events, seminars and client presentationsContribute to thought leadership and technical publicationsEngage with Revenue on complex or high-value claim discussionsNeverStep away from client-facing leadership responsibilities to focus purely on internal administrationBe required to herd sheep across rural client sites as part of any project delivery or advisory work
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