Senior Consultant – Innovation Management, Paris

Company: Hanson Search
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Are you looking to take the next step in your consulting career within a fast-growing, innovation-focused environment? This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Consultant in Innovation Management to join a Paris-based firm that’s redefining how companies leverage R&D and tax strategy to drive growth.

With a strong focus on quality over volume, this consultancy provides tailored strategic support to clients across a range of sectors. The firm is recognised for its deep expertise in R&D financing, tax advisory and innovation strategy. You will join a dynamic and collaborative team, working in a mature and flexible environment that offers both autonomy and the opportunity for professional advancement.

Senior Consultant (Innovation Management) Key Responsibilities:

  • Advise clients on their innovation strategies and R&D tax credit eligibility
  • Analyse technical and financial aspects of innovation projects across diverse sectors
  • Prepare and deliver detailed documentation to support funding and tax relief claims
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including technical, legal and financial experts
  • Contribute to business development through market analysis and client engagement
  • Stay informed on changes to relevant tax regulations and innovation funding schemes
  • Support the firm’s broader consulting services related to real estate taxation and regulatory impacts

Senior Consultant (Innovation Management) Requirements:

  • 5+ years’ experience in innovation funding, R&D tax credit consultancy or a related advisory field
  • Strong technical understanding of innovation processes and/or R&D activities
  • Proven ability to work with clients across engineering, scientific or technological domains
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both French and English
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently in a client-facing role
  • A collaborative mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Knowledge of the French research tax credit (CIR) or similar international schemes is a strong advantage

This role offers a truly attractive package, including six-figure compensation, regular team-building events, and around ten additional RTT days on top of standard leave. The team works from Haussmann-style offices near Madeleine, complete with a rooftop terrace and inspiring city views. Hybrid working arrangements include two days of teleworking per week.

If you are looking for a new challenge where you can combine innovation, strategy and impact, we’d love to hear from you. Please get in touch with our team including a copy of your CV as soon as possible via the form below.

Hanson Search is a leading talent advisory and executive search consultancy with consultants based across the UAE, UK, USA, and Europe. We specialise in business-critical roles that drive revenue, reputation, and risk, with dedicated teams in Communications, Government Relations, Financial Communications, Public Affairs, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Sustainability, and C-Suite recruitment. Please click to find out more about Hanson Search.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. You can access our Diversity and Inclusion Policy here.

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Posted: October 9th, 2025