Senior Capital Allowances Consultant

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AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm which is built to deliver a better world. We design build finance and operate infrastructure assets for governments businesses and organisations in more than 150 countries. As a fully integrated firm we connect knowledge and experience across our global network of experts to help clients solve their most complex challenges. From high-performance buildings and infrastructure to resilient communities and environments to stable and secure nations our work is transformative differentiated and vital.

AECOMs Fiscal Incentives team is looking to recruit a senior consultant to join the team in London. The team has a rich pedigree providing a range of property-related tax reliefs and credits for our extensive client base both in the UK and overseas. The team provides specialist services including capital allowances VAT research & development tax credits land remediation relief and international depreciation services to an extensive range of clients. The team has seen significant growth and we are seeking an individual to contribute to its continuing success. The successful candidate will have experience of the UKs capital allowances regime and a background in the construction or property sectors will be helpful.

The role is a great opportunity for an individual looking to take the next step in their career wanting to take full ownership of the delivery of capital allowances claims including the management of portfolios expand their skills in associated fields and develop sales prospects. The successful candidate will be given ample opportunity to develop the skills for successful project delivery and client management and to progress their career with one of the worlds most exciting businesses. Key responsibilities will be to engage with and manage the delivery of capital allowances claims for portfolio clients liaise with colleagues across the broader business to develop new client relationships and to help AECOMs Fiscal Incentives service to continue to grow.

The successful candidate will be a key member of a growing team. They will have the opportunity to develop their property tax skills in the various disciplines that we cover and will be encouraged to identify and pursue business development opportunities. The successful candidate will also get the opportunity to work closely with senior members of the team to cultivate sales from both new and existing clients. Support will also be given to progress relevant professional qualifications.

Heres what youll do:

• Technical assessment of projects in line with relevant legislation legal precedent and HMRC guidance to ensure that valid claims can be made.
• Undertake property surveys to support claim process.
• Preparation of compliant high-quality capital allowances claims utilising in-house software.
• Management of multiple claims for corporate clients.
• Effective management of claim process including liaison with clients consultants and colleagues to ensure claims are optimised and deadlines met.
• Support claims in the event of HMRC enquiries.
• Attend meetings build and develop effective working relationships with colleagues intermediaries and other networks to help develop new business opportunities.
• Undertake in-house project management and quality control systems/protocols.
• Maintain and develop technical knowledge.
• Work with senior team to develop capability in other service areas such as land remediation relief VAT and international depreciation.
• Drive self-development through external training the performance management process and AECOM University training resource.

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Qualifications :

Ready to push the limits of whats possible

Heres what were looking for:

• Degree in a relevant subject such as quantity surveying
• Relevant professional qualification such as RICS or ATT would be beneficial.

Skills and Experience

• Experience of the UK capital allowances regime;
• Experience in a property finance or construction environment;
• Experience of working on several projects whilst able to meet deadlines
• Understanding of construction technology and property finance;
• Motivated and able to self-manage a wide array of ongoing tasks;
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team often to challenging deadlines;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Methodical and well organised;
• Analytical problem solving skills;
• Commercial outlook and desire to develop personal network.

Person Specification (Behavioral Attributes)

• Safeguard - To operate ethically and with integrity while prioritising safety and security in all that you do.
• Be decisive - Know how to prioritise advocate focus and accountability.
• Be impactful - Use clear and frequent communications drive execution and results.
• Be client-focused - Be collaborative innovative and strategic.
• Be the role model - Lead by example demand excellence maintain safety and integrity as top priorities.

Additional Information :

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About AECOM

AECOM is the worlds trusted infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation buildings water new energy and the environment our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise a culture of equity diversity and inclusion and a commitment to environmental social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office remote location or at a client site you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address   if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time