Location: London
Date: Mar 11, 2025
Requisition ID: 1590992
R&D Tax – Senior Clinical / Veterinary Consultant
If you’re looking to join a rapidly growing Research and Development tax incentives team, this is the team for you!
The opportunity
An exciting opportunity to work in EY’s Global Grants Credits & Incentives team based in our central London office, alongside other STEM professionals, as well as tax and accounting colleagues.
As a Senior Consultant, you will work with a variety of clients from owner-managed businesses to multinational groups, who are at the forefront of developing cutting-edge technology that encourages investment into research and development.
The successful candidate will work as part of a diverse team of industry and tax specialists. You will lead interviews with senior technical personnel at our clients across various industries to identify the scientific and technological aspects of their R&D projects that qualify for R&D tax relief. You will also write and review reports of clients’ R&D projects and engage in extensive client communication.
Additionally, you will support business development opportunities and cross-sector claims.
Your key responsibilities
* Work as an effective member of a project team, exhibiting strong communication skills and collaborating with team members of different skill sets.
* Write and review compelling technical project reports highlighting key scientific and technical factors of client projects to support R&D tax claims.
* Lead interactions with clients' senior clinical and technical staff to develop a comprehensive understanding of the projects undertaken and identify how aspects of projects meet the R&D Guidelines.
* Undertake data analysis and calculations to quantify project expenditure.
* Apply advanced problem-solving skills and critical thinking to project execution and delivery.
* Build and maintain relationships with clients to provide high levels of client service.
* Ensure high-quality delivery of advice and solutions to major clients, managing risk and reputation.
* Adapt and flex existing knowledge to different sectors and build on core capabilities.
Skills and attributes for success
* A strong interest in veterinary or clinical science, technology, and engineering problems.
* Industry-based experience in dealing with clinical challenges faced by industry professionals and developing solutions.
* Ability to swiftly adapt to and learn about different industry sectors across the clinical and life sciences field and more broadly (such as automotive, aerospace, civil, defence, food & drink, electronics) with strong business acumen.
* Interpersonal skills and the ability to produce concise summaries of information.
* Strong attention to detail and first-time accuracy is essential.
* Interest in project and company finances and the application of tax treatment.
To qualify for the role, you must have
* Degree qualified in Science, veterinary, life sciences, or other clinical specialisms.
* Industry experience (2+ years).
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills with a collaborative approach to management.
* The flexibility to constantly learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Ideally, you’ll also have
* Previous R&D tax experience is not required, but is advantageous.
What we look for:
* Team player; ability to integrate with new teams quickly.
* Outgoing with good relationship skills and the ability to deliver quality output.
What we offer
We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development. With FlexEY, you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings, and a wide range of discounts, offers, and promotions. Plus, we offer:
* Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
* Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
* Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching, and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
* Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
Apply now.
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