R&D Tax - Engineering Consultant

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We’re a market leader in tax advisory, offering challenging, multi‑country projects in a supportive, dynamic environment where your impact matters.

• Work as an effective member of a project team, exhibiting strong communication skills and collaborating with other team members of different skill sets.
• Write and review compelling technical project reports to highlight key technical factors of client projects and support R&D tax claims.
• Take a leading role in interacting with clients’ senior technical and engineering staff to develop a comprehensive understanding of the projects undertaken and identify how aspects of projects meet the R&D Guidelines.
• Undertake data analysis and calculation to quantify project expenditure.
• Apply advanced problem‑solving skills and critical thinking to project execution and delivery.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients to provide high levels of client service.
• Ensure high‑quality delivery of advice and solutions to major clients, managing risk and reputation.
• Adapt and flex existing knowledge to different sectors and build on core capabilities.

What we look for:

• A strong interest in construction technology, civil engineering, and infrastructure innovation.
• Industry‑based experience dealing with technological challenges faced by construction professionals, such as:
  • Engineering design and structural analysis
  • Development or improvement of construction methods
  • Use of advanced materials or sustainable technologies
  • Complex geotechnical or environmental engineering solutions
• Ability to adapt quickly to and learn about different industry sectors – highways, rail, utilities, commercial builds – and strong business acumen.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to produce concise summaries of information.
• Strong attention to detail and first‑time accuracy.
• Interest in project and company finances and the application of tax treatment.

• Be degree‑qualified in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Have construction or civil engineering industry experience (2+ years).
• Have excellent communication and negotiation skills and a collaborative approach to management.
• Have the flexibility to constantly learn and adapt in a fast‑paced environment.

Previous R&D tax experience is not required but is advantageous.

EY will develop your future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences in a flexible environment, supporting you in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.

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