R&D Tax Senior Manager
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Job Location:
Renfrewshire - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
6 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
R&D Tax Senior / Manager
Salary: 45000 to 70000 bonus
Location: Edinburgh (hybrid) or ( Remote )
Clear progression in a top-tier specialist team
If youre an R&D Tax professional who enjoys combining technical depth with real client impact this is a brilliant opportunity to step into a visible role within a high-performing specialist function. Our client is a large well-established UK accountancy practice with a strong national presence a broad SME client base and genuine investment in people development.
Youll take ownership of a varied R&D portfolio play a key part in workflow planning and help drive growth through excellent delivery and trusted client relationships. Whether youre operating at Senior level and ready to step up or already managing and looking for a stronger platform this role offers scope autonomy and progression.
The Role: What youll be doing
In this role you will:
- Manageyour own R&D Tax client portfolio(primarily UK SME-focused)
- Support the day-to-day running of your specialist area with input intoworkflow planning and resourcing
- Deliver againstrevenue and profitability targetswith a commercial mindset
- Identify and developnew opportunitiesacross existing and new clients
- Build and maintainlong-term client relationshipsas a trusted adviser
- Coach and develop colleagues contributing to a structuredpeople development plan
What our client is looking for
To be considered youll typically have:
- 3 years UK R&D Tax experiencewithin an accountancy practice or specialist consultancy (more senior hires may be 5 years)
- Strong working knowledge of the UK R&D landscape ideally including:
- R&D Tax relief claims preparation and review
- Technical narrative draftingand financial analysis
- Advising onqualifying expenditureand project eligibility
- Experience supportingHMRC enquiries(highly desirable)
- Confidence managing stakeholders and explaining technical points clearly to non-technical contacts
- For Manager level: proven ability tomanage a portfolio supervise others and contribute commercially
Qualifications
One of the following is preferred (or equivalent by experience):
- ATT / CTA / ACA / ACCA(part or fully qualified)
- Strong relevant experience will also be considered where qualifications are not in place
Location & working arrangement
- Edinburgh(office-based withhybrid workingavailable)
- Our client offers flexibility but you should be able to attend the Edinburgh office as required for team and client needs.
Salary & benefits
Salary guide: 45000 to 70000 depending on level (Senior to Manager) experience and scope of portfolio.
You can also expect a strong overall package typically including:
- Performance-related bonus
- Hybrid workingand flexible approach to hours
- Enhanced holiday allowance(with option to buy/sell in many firms)
- Pension scheme
- Private medical cover(often available at Manager level and above)
- Life assurance
- Paid professional subscriptionsand ongoing CPD support
- Clear progression pathway(Senior Manager Senior Manager) with structured development and leadership opportunities
Interested Lets talk (confidentially)
To apply or to have a quick confidential chat before deciding contact:
If youd like share your CV or simply send a short note with your current situation (salary notice period and what youre looking for) and Diane will advise on fit and next steps.
Confidentiality statement: All applications and conversations will be handled in strict confidence.
Required Experience:
Manager
