R&D Tax | Engineering - Senior Manager
R&D Tax | Engineering - Senior Manager
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Job Description
Line of Service
TaxIndustry/Sector
Not ApplicableSpecialism
General Tax ConsultingManagement Level
Senior ManagerJob Description & Summary
About the role
Our national Innovation and Capital Incentives (ICI) team supports organisations in claiming R&D tax relief and other tax incentives that reward investment in innovation and capital. We are a diverse and collaborative team with specialists across Engineering Science Software and Tax disciplines. We operate nationally with hubs in key UK cities and work across sectors such as energy infrastructure manufacturing technology and life sciences.
We offer an opportunity to work with cutting-edge projects and leading clients while contributing to a national team focused on innovation digital tooling and technical excellence. We prioritise career progression and offer strong internal mobility pathways to help you grow.
What your days will look like
As a Senior Manager with an Engineering or Scientific background and experience in UK R&D incentives. You will operate in a hybrid role across the full client lifecyclefrom business development and opportunity spotting through to claim preparation technical interviews compliance team coaching and strategic growth enablement.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage engineering-driven R&D claims serving as the technical lead and reviewer.
Act as a senior point of contact and trusted advisor for clients and internal teams ensuring delivery excellence on complex engagements with stakeholders like C-Suite executives and drive growth by identifying opportunities and contributing to strategic proposals.
Liaise with HMRC on technical queries and compliance discussions and provide cross-functional support across various innovation-related engagements.
Mentor and coach staff to enhance team capability and contribute to the development and adoption of digital tools for improved efficiency and innovation.
This role is for you if
Experienced in preparing and reviewing robust UK R&D claims under both SME and RDEC regimes particularly for engineering and industrial sectors
Deep subject matter knowledge in at least one core discipline (e.g. mechanical civil chemical manufacturing energy systems materials or systems engineering)
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to connect technical challenges to tax incentive eligibility
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills including client-facing leadership and report drafting
Proven ability to lead and manage multiple concurrent engagements balancing deadlines and quality
Experience with digital tools and a growth mindset toward AI automation and delivery innovation
What youll receive from us
No matter where you may be in your career or personal life our benefits are designed to add value and support recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions.
We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.
Education (if blank degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback Accepting Feedback Active Listening Analytical Thinking Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) Business Tax Business Tax Returns Coaching and Feedback Communication Controlled Foreign Companies (Taxes) Corporate Tax Planning Creativity Document Management Domestic Restructuring (Taxes) Embracing Change Emotional Regulation Empathy Financial Accounting Financial Advising Financial Planning Financial Risk Management Inclusion Income Tax Provisions Influence Information Gathering 46 moreDesired Languages (If blank desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Not SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship
NoGovernment Clearance Required
NoJob Posting End Date
October 31 2025Required Experience:
Senior Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
