R&D Tax Specialist

R&D Tax Consultant - Software/Tech
Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE
Location: Fully Remote (UK-based) / Hybrid London
Employment: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you a technically-minded professional with experience in R&D tax credits or a software/technical background looking to make a tangible impact on innovative UK companies?

We're looking for an R&D Tax Consultant to join a lean, high-performing team supporting software and technology businesses to secure government-backed funding. This is your chance to work hands-on with founders, CTOs, and CEOs of some of the UK's most exciting startups and scale-ups, translating complex technical projects into actionable R&D tax claims and funding strategies.

This role is perfect for candidates who want autonomy, variety, and exposure to innovative projects, whether you're a technically strong software specialist ready to develop R&D expertise, or an experienced R&D tax professional looking to deepen your technical know-how.

The Role:

Reporting into the R&D Tax Manager, you'll play a key role in managing client projects from start to finish. You'll evaluate technical work for R&D eligibility, collaborate with clients and colleagues, and provide expert guidance to ensure accurate, compliant claims.

R&D Tax Specialist Responsibilities:

• Manage client engagements for software and technology businesses
• Analyse technical projects to identify claimable R&D activities
• Translate complex technical work into clear, accessible language
• Work closely with the team to improve processes and share knowledge
• Ensure compliance with the UK R&D Tax Incentive Scheme
• Support with technical reviews, claims preparation, and client reporting

R&D Tax Specialist Benefits:

• Salary up to £70,000 depending on experience
• Fully remote working (UK-based) with hybrid London option if preferred
• Autonomy, flexibility, and trust - no micromanagement
• Work with cutting-edge software companies across AI, ML, DevOps, SaaS, and more
• Be part of a collaborative team that values knowledge-sharing and professional growth

R&D Tax Specialist Requirements:

• Degree or equivalent in a software-related subject (Computer Science, Software Engineering, DevOps, AI/ML, Full Stack Development)
• Experience in R&D tax consultancy
• Strong technical proficiency in modern programming languages or demonstrable software engineering background
• Excellent communication skills - able to explain technical topics to non-technical audiences
• Collaborative, client-focused mindset, comfortable working independently too

To Be Considered:

To apply, please click online or email [email protected]. For further information, call 01244 739 301 or 07736 920 086. By applying, you consent to your application being processed and submitted to our client in connection with this vacancy only.

Key Skills: R&D Tax Credits, R&D Tax Consultant, Software, Technical Consultant, UK R&D Tax Incentive Scheme, Software Engineering, AI/ML, Full Stack, DevOps, Startups, Scale-Ups, Hirecracker, HCFinance