Senior R&D Tax Consultant

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Knight R&D are looking for a Senior R&D Tax Consultant, who can bring up to date knowledge of R&D tax legislation and DSIT Guidelines, specifically from Science, Technology & Engineering sectors. The successful candidate will be joining an ambitious, highly motivated, and collaborative team of R&D Tax Incentive Specialists, all of whom have a wealth of diverse experience in the Software, IT, Science and Engineering fields. The candidate must have a proven track record of compiling and delivering claims end to end efficiently, achieving this both individually and through collaboration with the wider engagement team.

Key aspects of the job include:

  • Plan R&D claim processes and methodologies.
  • Work effectively as a member of a project team, demonstrating strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with team members of diverse skill sets.
  • Demonstrate a keen desire to adapt and apply existing knowledge to different sectors and build on core capabilities.
  • Lead meetings with clients including technical specialists and financial teams to efficiently extract relevant information to support the R&D claim compilation.
  • Manage and deliver a portfolio of R&D tax clients. As part of this candidates are expected to build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
  • Compile R&D claim documentation from start to end, covering both the costing and technical aspects for submission to HMRC.
  • Compile enquiry responses as required.

Key requirements include:

  • Proven R&D tax relief experience (ideally 2-3 years’ experience in this field).
  • Degree educated, ideally with an IT, Science or Engineering.
  • Capable of understanding and communicating technical concepts both verbally and in writing quickly.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage several live projects simultaneously.
  • Self-motivated and willing to learn independently, driven to continuously develop your own knowledge, network and skillset.
  • Able to mentor / coach more junior colleagues, where necessary.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft office particularly word, excel and PowerPoint.

What we offer:

  • Basic salary up to £60,000 depending on experience, + bonuses
  • Hybrid working, 2 days per week based in our central London office
  • Clear progression opportunities to Manager roles and beyond
  • Exposure to medium & large sized business

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Company: KBS Corporate
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Location: London
Job Description:

Knight R&D are looking for a Senior R&D Tax Consultant, who can bring up to date knowledge of R&D tax legislation and DSIT Guidelines, specifically from Science, Technology & Engineering sectors. The successful candidate will be joining an ambitious, highly motivated, and collaborative team of R&D Tax Incentive Specialists, all of whom have a wealth of diverse experience in the Software, IT, Science and Engineering fields. The candidate must have a proven track record of compiling and delivering claims end to end efficiently, achieving this both individually and through collaboration with the wider engagement team.

Key aspects of the job include:

  • Plan R&D claim processes and methodologies.
  • Work effectively as a member of a project team, demonstrating strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with team members of diverse skill sets.
  • Demonstrate a keen desire to adapt and apply existing knowledge to different sectors and build on core capabilities.
  • Lead meetings with clients including technical specialists and financial teams to efficiently extract relevant information to support the R&D claim compilation.
  • Manage and deliver a portfolio of R&D tax clients. As part of this candidates are expected to build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
  • Compile R&D claim documentation from start to end, covering both the costing and technical aspects for submission to HMRC.
  • Compile enquiry responses as required.

Key requirements include:

  • Proven R&D tax relief experience (ideally 2-3 years’ experience in this field).
  • Degree educated, ideally with an IT, Science or Engineering.
  • Capable of understanding and communicating technical concepts both verbally and in writing quickly.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage several live projects simultaneously.
  • Self-motivated and willing to learn independently, driven to continuously develop your own knowledge, network and skillset.
  • Able to mentor / coach more junior colleagues, where necessary.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft office particularly word, excel and PowerPoint.

What we offer:

  • Basic salary up to £60,000 depending on experience, + bonuses
  • Hybrid working, 2 days per week based in our central London office
  • Clear progression opportunities to Manager roles and beyond
  • Exposure to medium & large sized business

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Posted: May 10th, 2026