At Forvis Mazars, we're always looking ahead, for our people, our clients and the wider world. Together, we grow, belong and impact. You'll be supported to learn, explore and develop from day one. We celebrate individuality, encourage bold thinking and believe success comes from working together.We are seeking a client facing individual with at least five years of R&D experience to manage the delivery of R&D claims for a diverse national client base. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual that has experience of managing clients (of various size and across several sectors), the end-to-end delivery of research and development claims, whilst also being keen to grow the business by proactively being out in the local market.This role also provides an opportunity for the successful candidate to progress to more senior roles in our growing national Innovation Incentives team. The individual will therefore play an important role in the wider Forvis Mazars' R&D team by working directly with an established and diverse team of R&D specialists, business stakeholders, and the local leadership team across our Northern offices.About The RoleYou will develop claim methodologies, and prepare R&D tax relief claims for submission to the HMRC for Forvis Mazars clients. You will be the main point of contact for all Forvis Mazars clients' R&D Tax queries and will contact HMRC on their behalf. You will write technical descriptions of client's projects, while preparing documentation to support R&D claims, based on UK BIS guidelines. You will coach and review the work completed by the junior staff within your team.ResponsibilitiesDevelop claim methodologies, and prepare R&D tax relief claims for submission to the HMRC for Forvis Mazars clientsBe the main point of contact for all Forvis Mazars clients' R&D Tax queries and contact HMRC on their behalfWrite technical descriptions of client's projects, while preparing documentation to support R&D claims, based on UK BIS guidelinesCoach and review the work completed by the junior staff within your teamStrong technical knowledge of UK R&D Tax and preparation of R&D claimsRequirementsStrong technical knowledge of UK R&D Tax and preparation of R&D claimsATT (or equivalent) qualificationDemonstrate broad and strong technical tax knowledge and experienceBroad experience of managing the financials on clients, delivering on budgets and negotiating fees with clientsExperience of identifying opportunities for business development on tax clients (and ideally across other service lines)What We OfferForvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network delivering quality across audit, tax, advisory and consulting. We're united by a shared purpose and a strong sense of belonging, with a culture rooted in inclusion, responsibility, and collaboration. With us, you'll be empowered to shape your career, contribute your ideas, and make a difference from day one.We offer a competitive salary, annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts. You'll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people.LocationWe have offices in Leeds and Manchester. Our Leeds office is located at 3 Wellington Place, 5th Floor, Leeds, LS1 4AP, and our Manchester office is located at One St Peter's Square, Manchester, M2 3DE.Ready to Grow, Belong, and Impact? Apply now and join us at Forvis Mazars! #J-18808-Ljbffr