R&D Tax Manager
- £50000.00 - £70000.00 per annum
- Full Time
- Manchester
- Accountancy
- 30/06/2026
- Practice
- BBBH10645
- R&D Tax Manager
- Permanent
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced R&D specialist to step into an R&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.
R&D Tax Manager Responsibilities
- 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.
R&D Tax Manager Attributes
- 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.
R&D Tax Manager Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Flexible hybrid working.
- Generous annual leave allowance.
- Additional day off for your birthday.
- Paid volunteering day.
- 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.
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