Senior Manager - R&D Tax
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[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is proud to be retained by a leading professional services firm to support the appointment of a Senior Manager into their R&D Tax team in Birmingham. This is a high impact management role within a strong, well established R&D practice, offering genuine responsibility across project delivery, team leadership, and client engagement.
The role
- Acting as a Senior Manager within the R&D Tax team, working closely with a Partner and Director
- Leading project management and delivery schedules across a varied R&D client portfolio
- Reviewing R&D computations and technical narratives
- Leading and overseeing technical interviews
- Managing, supporting, and developing a team of consultants
- Taking ownership of client relationships and acting as a senior escalation point
- Involvement in some preparation work alongside review responsibilities
- Regular client liaison, including some in-person meetings
While there is longer term growth planned within the team, the immediate focus is on strong delivery, quality, and effective project management.
What they’re looking for
- Proven experience delivering R&D Tax claims within an accountancy or consultancy environment
- Strong technical capability, particularly around compliance and narrative quality
- Confident project manager with experience leading teams and workflows
- Comfortable building trusted relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
- Exposure to software clients or a software-led R&D background is highly desirable
- CTA, ACA, ACCA, CA or similar qualifications are beneficial but not essential
This role suits someone who wants a visible Senior Manager position within a high performing team, with the opportunity to make a real impact on delivery and standards.
Location & working pattern
- Birmingham based role
- Candidates must be based in, or comfortably commutable to, Birmingham and the surrounding Midlands area
- Expectation of three days per week in the Birmingham office, with flexibility to visit other regional offices as required
What’s on offer
- Competitive salary
- A strong and comprehensive benefits package
- Clear long-term progression within a respected and growing R&D Tax practice
- A leadership role with real ownership and influence