R&D Manager

An established and growing accountancy, tax and advisory firm is looking to recruit an experienced R&D Tax Manager to join its expanding Corporate Tax team.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a diverse client base, advising on the identification, preparation, and submission of R&D Tax Relief claims. You’ll play a key role in shaping and delivering the firm’s R&D proposition while benefiting from a clear progression path and exposure to wider advisory work.

You’ll be joining a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where quality, technical excellence, and client service are central to everything the firm does.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on R&D tax relief opportunities arising from innovative activities and technological development
• Lead the preparation and delivery of robust R&D tax claims, working closely with tax and technical specialists
• Act as a key point of contact for R&D advisory services for both clients and internal teams
• Support, coach, and upskill colleagues to help them identify R&D opportunities within their client portfolios
• Integrate R&D tax advice with broader tax and advisory services across the firm
• Deliver training and contribute to the ongoing development of the wider tax team
• Get involved in other tax advisory and compliance projects to broaden technical exposure
• Shape the role around your experience and career goals within a flexible, supportive structure

About You:

To be considered, you’ll ideally have:

• A strong track record of delivering R&D Tax Relief claims across a range of sectors and complexities
• Experience gained within a full-service accountancy firm or a reputable specialist R&D tax practice
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build credibility and influence senior stakeholders
• Experience managing, coaching, or mentoring others
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple assignments
• ACA or CTA qualification
• A genuine interest in helping grow and shape an R&D tax offering and building market presence
• Broader tax compliance or advisory experience (advantageous but not essential)

Why Apply?

• Clear progression and development pathway
• Advisory-led role with real influence
• Flexible and tailored responsibilities
• Supportive, high-quality professional environment
• Opportunity to help shape and grow a specialist service line