Who are Azets Azets are a leading firm of Accountants and Business Advisers operating across the UK, Ireland and the Nordics, we have over a wide network of employees and an abundance of inspiring opportunities to join one of our many offices We are a top ten accountancy firm in the UK and are the number one largest SME practice. The opportunity At Azets we have a passion for people and ensuring the right person is working on the right job. We are seeking a skilled, enthusiastic person to join the growing R&D Tax Service Line. Azets works with clients of all sizes and scales, from start-ups to large corporates, to assist them in the preparation of claims for Research & Development tax relief. We work with companies across all sectors, including manufacturing, engineering, life sciences, software and digital technologies. This role is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Associate seeking a move or a potential promotion to Assistant Manager and ready to take the next step in their career, offering a chance to lead projects and expand their expertise in R&D tax. This role will serve as a springboard for the successful candidate to advance their career, build client relationships, and progress into a management position where they can mentor junior team members as they grow within the company. Gemma Monaghan, Head of R&D Tax for Scotland and UK says 'We want someone to come in and help shape the service line, contributing to what we do and how we do it. We welcome different ideas and perspectives and believe we operate best as a collaborative team'. Day to day duties: Working closely with the Glasgow R&D Manager to successfully manage the client portfolio. Joining client meetings to discuss the R&D landscape, the legislation, and both their qualifying costs and technical projects. Working closely with clients to determine qualifying expenditure. Preparation of technical descriptions of the client’s projects to accurately and robustly present qualifying activity to HMRC. Preparing submission reports and Additional Information Forms (AIFs). Assisting with marketing and business development activities, as required. What are we looking for? Minimum of 1 year of experience in preparing R&D tax credit claims, including both the technical and financial elements. Degree qualified. The ability to adapt for different clients (including different sizes, sectors, requirements) and provide a tailored approach to meet the specific needs. Relevant professional qualification, CA, ACA and/or CTA beneficial but not essential. We can support your professional qualification if that is something you are interested in. Proven experience in client handling and managing a busy portfolio. Excellent communication skills in a range of situations, both written and oral. Good client facing skills, and comfortable engaging in regular Teams meetings and phone calls. Well organised, with the ability to manage and prioritise workloads to ensure deadlines are met. What's in it for you? Our benefits include hybrid & flexible working, birthday leave, professional subscription and much more. You can find out more about how we reward our colleagues - Careers | Rewards And Benefits | Azets UK Interested in hearing more about Life at Azets APPLY SAVE JOB