R&D Technical Manager

Role: R&D Technical Manager

Salary: Negotiable

Reports to: Technical Director

Location: Dublin | Office-based

About CBTax

CBTax is an award-winning, leading tax consultancy practice supporting clients with research and development ("R&D") claims and other tax-saving project work. Recognised as the fastest-growing tax consultancy firm in the UK, we have the ambition to become the largest R&D practice across the UK and Ireland. CBTax won Business of the Year 2021 at the Northamptonshire Business Excellence Awards and Fast Track Firm of the Year in 2022 at the Accountancy Excellence Awards. Our continued growth has led us to expand our presence to Dublin, complementing our Head Office in Northamptonshire.

About the Team

Our technical delivery team at CBTax is driven by a passion for innovation and excellence. We are a collaborative group that thrives on delivering exceptional work. We continually seek to improve our methodologies and client services. As the fastest-growing R&D consultancy, we are a young, ambitious, and dynamic team that supports each other to achieve outstanding results.

About the Role

As an R&D Technical Manager at CBTax, you will lead and manage the technical delivery team to develop claim methodologies and prepare R&D tax relief claims for submission. You will be accountable for compliance by adhering to relevant regulations and internal standards, ensuring that our service delivery meets and exceeds client expectations. The role involves leading meetings with engineering and financial stakeholders, examining client operations and processes to capture, qualify, and draft qualifying activities and costs related to R&D incentives.

This role will also involve managing projects to ensure smooth service delivery, coaching and developing junior staff, and leading by example in terms of client relationships and service quality. You'll be instrumental in identifying business development opportunities and leading discussions and audits with the Revenue Commissioners.

In This Role, You'll:

1. Lead and manage the technical delivery team to develop methodologies and prepare R&D tax relief claims.
2. Conduct meetings with engineering and financial client stakeholders to examine client operations and processes.
3. Capture, qualify, and draft activities and costs relevant to R&D incentives.
4. Oversee project management to ensure service delivery aligns with client expectations.
5. Coach and develop junior staff members, demonstrating best practices in client relationships and service quality.
6. Identify and pursue new business development opportunities with both new and existing clients.
7. Lead discussions and audits with the Revenue Commissioners regarding R&D claims.

We're Seeking Someone With Experience Including:

1. Honours/Post Graduate Degree in a STEM-related discipline is highly desirable.
2. Detailed working knowledge of the R&D tax legislation and its application to STEM activities.
3. Industry experience in STEM and the ability to rapidly grasp new technical concepts.
4. Understanding of key tax/costing concepts relevant to R&D claim preparation.
5. Proven project and staff management skills, with the ability to manage your own workload and delegate to others.
6. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to lead technical discussions and explain complex legislative concepts to stakeholders unfamiliar with R&D tax definitions.
7. Ability to produce high-quality, professional documentation and reports for C-suite stakeholders.

You Might Thrive in This Role if You:

1. Are passionate about innovation and supporting businesses in advancing their R&D efforts.
2. Enjoy leading teams, mentoring others, and setting high standards for technical quality.
3. Have a strong understanding of both technical concepts and their application in a business context.
4. Are comfortable working directly with clients and leading complex discussions with stakeholders.
5. Are proactive in identifying opportunities for business growth and operational improvements.

Compensation, Benefits, and Perks

1. Performance Bonus: Uncapped attractive sales commission and performance bonus to reward your achievements.
2. Tech Scheme: Access to the latest technology to perform at your best.
3. Flex Benefits: Tailor your perks to suit your lifestyle.
4. Employee Incentives: Excellent incentives to ensure your hard work is always rewarded.

Inclusivity Statement

We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. For applicants with disabilities, please contact us to let us know of any adjustments we can make to support you during the recruitment process.