Job Title: R&D Tax Assistant Manager
Salary: Up to £40k
Location: Manchester or Northampton
Reporting into: R&D Tax Manager

About the Team:
made up of technical experts, tax specialists, and financial analysts who collaborate to identify eligible R&D activities and prepare robust claims. Working across multiple industries, including engineering, technology, science, pharma, manufacturing and more. We partner with businesses to optimise their tax relief while ensuring full compliance with HMRC regulations.

About the Role:
As an R&D Tax Assistant Manager, you will play a critical role in managing R&D tax relief claims, liaising with clients, and overseeing junior team members. You will be responsible for ensuring that claims are technically robust, compliant with tax regulations, and maximising value for clients.

This role is ideal for a tax professional with experience in R&D tax relief, looking to take the next step in their career with leadership responsibilities and direct client impact.

In this Role, You'll:

• Manage a portfolio of R&D tax relief claims, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance.
• Work closely with clients to assess eligibility for R&D tax relief and gather key technical information.
• Review and refine technical reports, ensuring clarity and adherence to HMRC guidelines.
• Liaise with HMRC on behalf of clients, responding to queries and supporting claim submissions.
• Support and mentor junior team members, providing guidance and reviewing work.
• Stay up to date with changes in R&D tax legislation and advise clients accordingly.
• Collaborate with other teams, including tax advisory and finance, to ensure seamless claim delivery.

We're Seeking Someone with Experience Including:

• Proven experience in R&D tax relief claim preparation.
• Strong knowledge of tax legislation related to R&D incentives.
• Ability to review and assess technical reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Strong client management and communication skills.
• Organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Nice to haves:

• Professional tax qualifications (e.g., CTA, ACA, ACCA, ATT) or equivalent experience.
• Experience in HMRC enquiry support related to R&D tax relief claims.
• Background in engineering, software development, or scientific industries.
• Familiarity with corporate tax compliance and wider tax planning strategies.

You Might Thrive in this Role if You:

• Enjoy helping innovative businesses access funding for R&D.
• Have a strong attention to detail and can interpret complex tax legislation.
• Thrive in a client-facing role, providing expert guidance on R&D tax relief.
• Want to mentor junior colleagues and help shape the future of the R&D tax team.
• Are looking for career progression into an R&D Tax Manager role within a fast-growing firm.

Compensation, Benefits, and Perks:

• Competitive base salary with performance-related bonuses.
• 5% employer pension contribution.
• Recognition incentives for outstanding contributions.
• Bupa private healthcare.
• Electric Car Scheme & Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Tech Scheme – Stay ahead with the latest technology.
• Flexible benefits to tailor perks to your lifestyle.

About CBTax:
CBTax is one of the UK’s fastest-growing tax consultancy firms, specialising in corporate tax compliance and R&D tax relief claims. We work with some of the UK’s most innovative businesses, helping them access funding and incentives to drive technological advancements. Our team is made up of STEM professionals, financial experts, and tax specialists working together to maximise client value.

The recruitment process:

1. Application Review – We assess your experience and suitability.

2. Screening Call – A brief chat to discuss the role, your background, and next steps.

3. Willo Video Submission – Share insights into your background, motivations, and personality via a short recorded video that will be sent to the hiring manager

4. Interview– meet with a member of the team via Zoom or in person

5. Final stage interview – Used as an opportunity to further asses culture fit

6. Offer & Onboarding!

Inclusivity Statement:
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If you have a disability, let us know how we can accommodate you during the recruitment process.