Assistant R&D Tax Manager

Head of Tax & Incentives | Partner Level Executive Search | UK & US

Leonid Group are exclusively partnered with a Top 25 firm in the search for an Assistant R&D Tax Manager. This is a unique opportunity to join an R&D department that is rapidly growing, playing a big part in the progression of the team.

We are looking for an experienced tax candidate with a strong understanding of R&D tax legislation. You'll be experienced in the preparation claims, specifically, reviewing claim workings, contributing to client technical calls, and preparing supporting documentation.

• Taking a lead role in managing the client relationship which can include managing deadlines, running parts of meetings, handling day to day queries and establishing your role as a trusted contact
• Working directly with Managers & Senior Managers in the team to support them in managing client relationships and project delivery
• Preparation of formal reports to support the numerical claims for filing with HMRC
• Actively considering how you can add value to clients from within the wider tax team and around the Firm from other lines of service

• Previous experience in R&D tax, with a solid understanding of the legislation
• Strong interpersonal skills are a must to enable you to take a lead role with clients and also liaise effectively within the team
• Passion for client service and general enthusiasm is key as you will be encouraged to actively deal with clients at all levels of seniority
• Strong organisational skills are a must in order to manage working on a number of clients across your portfolio, often with multiple stakeholders both internally and externally
• Excellent track record of written skills
• Excel/analytical skills are essential for you to enable you to understand the numerical aspects of claims and compile these
• Good problem‑solving skills – you will be expected to think for yourself and come up with potential solutions/approaches

• Hybrid working
• Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Permanent Health Insurance
• Life Assurance – (4x salary)
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Benefits Portal
• Extensive Learning & Development Opportunities
• Career Coaching

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Accounting/Auditing, Consulting, and Research
• Accounting

Greater London, England, United Kingdom