R&D Tax Technical Consultant

3 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom Sustainable Venture Development Partners Full time

R&D Tax Technical Consultant

This is a new, pivotal role at Sustainable Ventures supporting clients with their R&D tax report submissions by converting the intricacies of cutting-edge climate technological advances into compelling R&D tax reports in accordance with HMRC’s guidelines.

You will work closely with the founders, CFOs and CTOs of companies at the forefront of solving the climate crisis through innovative technological developments. As Sustainable Ventures is home to the largest cluster of climate tech companies in Europe, your role will directly contribute to the growth of these important businesses and technologies. You will support a range of sector verticals, from EV software, innovative materials technology in fashion and building insulation, smart brick ventilation technology, and various novel carbon sequestration developments.  

The Role 

/ Key responsibilities:

  • Gather and review clients’ technical data from diverse sources, including grant applications, patents, slide decks, and protect write-ups, to extract critical data and insights to build the R&D technical narrative. 
  • Develop and write compelling R&D tax claim reports in line with HMRC’s R&D tax relief guidelines & legislation, working closely with CTOs and other technical contacts.
  • Handle all related HMRC and client admin, including preparing and filing AIFs, preparing Final Claims Reports and setting up kick-off meetings.
  • Deliver high-quality work within critical deadlines to ensure claim success and a consistent and reliable client service.
  • Support the broader R&D tax and commercial team to maintain strong client relationships within the climate tech ecosystem and identify opportunities for new business growth.  
  • As initiatives increase across the R&D Tax Team, you will also take responsibility for some clients, managing their needs end-to-end.

Requirements

/ We expect you to have

Ideally, you will have a background in science and technology, an interest in climate and sustainable solutions, a good working knowledge of the R&D tax credit schemes, and a talent for simplifying complex information. 

  • A passion for supporting sustainable, impact-focused science and tech startups. 
  • An understanding and demonstrable interest in the field of climate technology. 
  • Good working knowledge of R&D tax legislation and its application to sustainable innovations, with the ability to grasp technical concepts quickly
  • Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills. 
  • Excellent communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to explain complex legislation to tech innovators who may have no prior experience with R&D tax. 
  • Excellent organisational skills, with great attention to detail and diligence. 
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

/ Desirable

  • At least two years’ R&D tax experience and sound knowledge of the tax credit scheme. 
  • STEM degree/PhD/qualifications with a tech/engineering background or equivalent work experience. 
  • Experience of working in the tech, science, or AI field with start-ups and scale-ups.
  • Experience in handling HMRC enquiries/compliance checks.

Benefits

/ Additional details

  • Hours: 40. Flexible working (with minimum 3 days in the office)
  • Remuneration: £38k - £42k per annum
  • Based: Sustainable County Hall, Belvedere Road, SE1 7PB 

/ Benefits include

  • 25 days Holiday + Bank Hols
  • Monthly Wellness Day (for rest, recharge and relaxation)
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Private Health Insurance Scheme
  • Enhanced Pension Scheme
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Electric Vehicle Lease Scheme
  • Discounts on sustainable brands in our ecosystem
  • Monthly Lunch & Learns

Additional benefits that follow longer term service:

  • Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave & Pay
  • Monthly Sabbatical (every 5 years)

As you grow with us, you can access additional benefits, including a Learning & Development allowance; enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave & pay; and a monthly sabbatical every 5 years of dedicated service.

/ Diversity 

Our people are the heart of Sustainable Ventures. We’re an equal opportunity employer, committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves at work. The climate crisis is a social and inclusion issue, and we especially encourage applications from individuals underrepresented in the climate space. We welcome applicants with diverse experiences.

About Sustainable Ventures

We are Europe’s largest ecosystem of climate tech startups. Following our recent expansion of our Central London headquarters, we’re focused on our mission to develop 1000 new businesses by 2025, and expand our operations across UK regions.

Our impact on the planet’s climate and its natural resources is being felt more often and by more people than ever before. It is clear that significant changes must be made to achieve the targets set by the IPCC and reach Net Zero by 2050. This presents the world’s biggest challenge and it is something that SV has been addressing since 2011. We believe in the power of commercial innovation to address the twin challenges of climate change and resource scarcity.

/ Application Instructions

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.

/ Recruitment process

  • 30 min phone screening interview
  • Short task-based assessment
  • Two-stage in-person interview with the Commercial Director and R&D Tax Manager, and Board Director

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