R&D Tax Manager


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£40,000 - £60,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Manchester, M1 4BT
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	7 Jul 2026
Closing date:	6 Aug 2026

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Summary

Your new company

A fast-growing, Top 40 accountancy and advisory firm is seeking an R&D Tax Reliefs Manager to join its expanding team. With a strong presence across the UK and Ireland, the firm has built an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality tax and advisory services to a diverse client base. The organisation prides itself on its people-first culture, collaborative working environment and commitment to professional development. Despite its continued growth, it retains a supportive, team-focused ethos where individuals are encouraged to develop and progress their careers.

Your new role

As an R&D Tax Reliefs Manager, you will play a key role in the continued growth and development of the R&D offering, working closely with experienced tax professionals and accountants.

Your responsibilities will include:

Taking full ownership of R&D tax relief claims from initial scoping through to submission

Managing and overseeing a varied portfolio of clients across multiple sectors

Preparing detailed and technically robust R&D technical reports

Producing accurate and comprehensive costings for claims

Acting as a key point of contact for clients, building strong, long-term relationships

Ensuring technical compliance and staying up to date with evolving R&D legislation and HMRC guidance

Supporting the wider team and contributing to the development of the R&D function

What you'll need to succeed

Have proven experience managing R&D tax relief claims (typically 3+ years)

Demonstrate strong technical knowledge across UK R&D tax legislation

Be confident managing your own client portfolio and relationships

Be highly organised with strong attention to detail

Have excellent communication skills and a client-focused approach

Be commercially aware and motivated to contribute to business growth

Be confident using systems and technology to enhance delivery

What you'll get in return

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Generous holiday allowance, including additional days for personal milestones and volunteering

Structured career progression and tailored learning & development

Pension scheme and additional lifestyle benefits (including salary sacrifice options)

Access to wellbeing initiatives, including mental health support and health checks

A strong social, wellbeing and community engagement programme

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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