R&D Tax Manager

Job Title:

R&D Tax Manager

We are looking to recruit a talented R&D Tax Manager to join our expanding Corporate Tax team at Bishop Fleming. You will advise clients on R&D Tax Relief, deliver excellent service, and help shape our R&D services.

• Working with clients to identify opportunities for R&D tax relief based on their innovative technology activities.
• Collaborating with tax specialists to gather activity details and qualifying expenditure for robust R&D claim reports for HMRC submissions.
• Serving as an ambassador and key contact for R&D Tax Advisory services, supporting and coaching colleagues.
• Promoting and role‑modeling Bishop Fleming’s services, integrating R&D advice with the firm’s broader offerings.
• Leading training and development of the wider tax team.
• Participating in delivering other tax advisory and compliance services.
• Shaping responsibilities based on experience and career motivations.

• Proven track record of delivering R&D Tax Relief claims of varying complexity, ideally in a full‑service accountancy firm or specialised R&D practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with senior stakeholders.
• People‑management experience with coaching and development of teams.
• Strong project‑management skills.
• ACA or CTA qualification.
• Desire to help shape Bishop Fleming R&D Tax Services proposition and build local market presence.
• Additional accounting, tax compliance or advisory experience is beneficial.

West Midlands, England, United Kingdom

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas off.
• Hybrid working.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Simply Health cashback plan.
• Perkbox discounts and rewards platform.
• Yulife employee wellbeing app.
• Social events and active committees.
• Numerous opportunities for development.

We welcome applicants seeking flexible arrangements, including working from home or part‑time. Bishop Fleming is an equal opportunity employer; we value diversity and inclusion.

Background checks will be carried out on successful applicants, including references and DBS checks.

For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.

Contact:
Grace Harris, Recruitment Advisor.

Closing date: 30th Jan 2026