R&D Tax Manager

Salary: GBP
50000 - GBP
70000 per annum

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced R&D specialist to step into anR&D Tax Manager role in a growing and ambitious accountancy and advisory firm. This role offers the chance to become a key part of an established R&D Tax team, managing a varied client portfolio whilst helping to drive the continued growth of the service line. You'll take ownership of the full R&D claims process, work closely with accountants and tax specialists, and have the opportunity to develop your technical expertise, grow client relationships and progress your career within a supportive and forward‑thinking environment.

• Manage R&D Tax Relief claims from initial enquiry through to submission.
• Take ownership of a portfolio of clients, ensuring an exceptional client experience.
• Prepare detailed and technically robust R&D Tax reports.
• Calculate and review qualifying R&D expenditure and claim values.
• Liaise directly with clients to understand projects and gather supporting evidence.
• Keep up to date with legislation and HMRC guidance surrounding R&D Tax Relief.
• Support the continued growth and development of the R&D Tax team.
• Build and maintain strong, long‑term relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.

• A minimum of 3 years' experience managing R&D Tax Relief claims.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK R&D Tax Relief legislation.
• Experience managing multiple client assignments simultaneously.
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to produce detailed technical reports.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Commercially aware and passionate about delivering excellent client service.
• Confident communicator with strong relationship‑building skills.
• Comfortable using technology and working within a modern digital environment.
• Ambitious and looking to take the next step in your career with increased responsibility.

• Flexible hybrid working.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Additional day off for your birthday.
• Salary sacrifice car scheme.
• Tailored learning and development programme.
• Company pension.
• Health MOTs and wellbeing initiatives.
• Mental health support.
• Regular social events and community activities.
• Genuine career progression within a rapidly growing and highly successful professional services firm.