R&D Tax – Science / Engineering Consultant

R&D Tax – Science / Engineering Consultant

Location: Manchester/Scotland or Leeds

Join EY’s Rapidly growing Research & Development tax team in our Global Grants Credits & Incentives Group. Work alongside other STEM professionals, tax and accounting colleagues on a variety of UK clients ranging from owner‑managed businesses to multinational groups at the front line of cutting‑edge technology.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Science/Engineering Consultant you will work across diverse industries, lead client technical interviews, identify qualifying R&D projects, write and review reports, manage client communication, and support business development and cross‑sector claims.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate as an effective member of multidisciplinary teams, demonstrating strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Write and review compelling technical project reports that highlight key technical factors for R&D tax claims.
• Take a leading role in interactions with clients’ senior technical and engineering staff to assess R&D eligibility.
• Apply advanced problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills for project execution and delivery.
• Build and maintain client relationships to provide high levels of service.
• Deliver high‑quality advice and solutions to major clients, managing risk and reputation.
• Adapt and apply knowledge across sectors, building core capabilities.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Strong interest in science, technology, and engineering challenges.
• Industry experience dealing with technological challenges—engineering design, experimental process, product development, or manufacturing improvements across sectors such as automotive, aerospace, civil, defence, food & drink, life sciences, electronics.
• Rapid learning and adaptation to new industry sectors with strong business acumen.
• Interpersonal skill to interact with technical professionals and produce concise information summaries.
• High attention to detail and commitment to first‑time accuracy.
• Understanding of project and company finances and tax treatment applications.

Qualifications

• Degree in science, technology, or engineering.
• Two or more years of industry experience in the relevant field.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with a collaborative approach to management.
• Flexibility to learn and adapt in a fast‑paced environment.

Ideal Additional Experience

• Previous R&D tax experience (advantageous but not required).

What We Look For

• Team player capable of quick integration into new teams.
• Outgoing, good relationship skills, and ability to deliver quality output.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration linked to individual and team performance.
• Comprehensive Total Rewards package with flexible working, career development, and customizable benefits.
• Continuous learning opportunities.
• Support for meaningful impact and transformative leadership.
• Diverse and inclusive culture.

We look forward to hearing from candidates who meet the above criteria.

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