Innovation Reliefs Associate Director
Salary/Rate:£80,000 - £90,0000
Job type:Perm
Town/City:Birmingham or Leicester
County:Midlands
Specialisms:R&D
Level:Associate Director
Job ref:587772
Post Date:30.01.25
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About the Role
About the Department
Join a culture that values individuality, innovation, and collaboration. We work hard to create an environment where you can make a difference to your career, your team, and our clients. Our National Innovations Relief Team partners with companies across sectors, from start-ups to multinationals, helping them prepare R&D tax relief claims. The variety of projects offers continuous opportunities for growth and development.
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a rapidly growing tax team. Due to recent client wins, we’re looking for an Innovations Relief Tax Associate Director to bring expertise in computer science and software development, supporting R&D tax claims. You’ll work with clients across industries, helping them maximise R&D tax reliefs while being part of a dynamic, supportive team within a global firm.
Key Responsibilities
•Manage R&D tax engagements, including financials, staffing, and client relationships.
•Meet clients to explain our services and scope of work.
•Prepare and submit R&D tax relief claims to HMRC.
•Lead interviews with clients to identify qualifying R&D activities and costs.
•Write and edit technical descriptions for HMRC reports.
•Support claims with thorough documentation in line with BIS guidelines.
•Build networks within the firm and with external contacts.
•Identify and pursue business development opportunities.
•Liaise with HMRC on R&D claims and inquiries.
•Review work of junior staff and ensure quality standards are met.
About You
•Degree or postgraduate qualification in Computer Science (or similar).
•Experience in software/IT and knowledge of R&D tax incentives.
•Proven ability to prepare R&D tax relief claims.
•Strong written communication skills.
•Experience with HMRC inquiries.
This is an exciting opportunity for a technical specialist to apply their skills in a client-focused, fast-growing area.
Join a culture that values individuality, innovation, and collaboration. We work hard to create an environment where you can make a difference to your career, your team, and our clients. Our National Innovations Relief Team partners with companies across sectors, from start-ups to multinationals, helping them prepare R&D tax relief claims. The variety of projects offers continuous opportunities for growth and development.
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a rapidly growing tax team. Due to recent client wins, we’re looking for an Innovations Relief Tax Associate Director to bring expertise in computer science and software development, supporting R&D tax claims. You’ll work with clients across industries, helping them maximise R&D tax reliefs while being part of a dynamic, supportive team within a global firm.
Key Responsibilities
•Manage R&D tax engagements, including financials, staffing, and client relationships.
•Meet clients to explain our services and scope of work.
•Prepare and submit R&D tax relief claims to HMRC.
•Lead interviews with clients to identify qualifying R&D activities and costs.
•Write and edit technical descriptions for HMRC reports.
•Support claims with thorough documentation in line with BIS guidelines.
•Build networks within the firm and with external contacts.
•Identify and pursue business development opportunities.
•Liaise with HMRC on R&D claims and inquiries.
•Review work of junior staff and ensure quality standards are met.
About You
•Degree or postgraduate qualification in Computer Science (or similar).
•Experience in software/IT and knowledge of R&D tax incentives.
•Proven ability to prepare R&D tax relief claims.
•Strong written communication skills.
•Experience with HMRC inquiries.
This is an exciting opportunity for a technical specialist to apply their skills in a client-focused, fast-growing area.
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