Senior Compliance Consultant - R&D Tax
🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Not specified
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£75,000 / year
CATEGORY
Consulting & Professional Services
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SKILLS
R&D Tax Compliance
HMRC Legislation Knowledge
Claim Review
Enquiry Management
Technical Scoping
Attention to Detail
Process Improvement
Client Communication
FULL DESCRIPTION
Senior Compliance Consultant - R&D Tax
Leonid Group is partnered with one of the top consultancies in the R&D Tax space in the search for a Senior Compliance Consultant. You will be responsible for reviewing R&D claims prepared by the Technical Consultants, ensuring accuracy, due-diligence and compliance with HMRC legislation and guidance. In addition, you will also be responsible for defending enquiries received, where further information and evidence may be required.
Key Responsibilities
- Reviewing of claims prepared by Technical Consultants - including on complex submissions.
- Managing enquiries to a successful resolution, guiding consultants and clients through the process.
- Be the point of contact & technical expert for ad-hoc queries.
- Support the Consulting team on technical scoping calls.
- Be involved in pitching to prospective clients.
- Contribute to the drive for continuous improvement, including technical training and process improvements
Experience Required
- Current background in R&D, with strong technical knowledge
- Experience of reviewing/submitting claim reports and defending HMRC enquiries
- Excellent attention to detail and able to identify improvements to processes
- Self-starter approach and mindset
Benefits
- 5% employer-based Pension contribution
- Private Medical Cover
- Income Protection
- Life Assurance
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