On the hunt for Research Analyst jobs, R&D roles, or Consulting jobs in London? Want to work for one of the UK's leading financial consultancies? This R&D Analyst role in London could be the right fit for you - apply now! Company profile - Financial Consultancy In this R&D Analyst job, you will be joining the London offices of an award-winning innovation funding consultancy, who are a certified B Corp and a Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024 winner!
As trusted advisers, they help their clients to break down complex barriers to government funding and provide expert guidance, empowering businesses to unlock their full potential, and contribute to a vibrant economy driven by sustainable and purpose-driven growth.
The government provided £7.6bn of support to the most innovative companies in the UK in 2021-22, and announced plans to increase the support available to £39.8bn between 2022 and 2025. With this level of support available to companies, this firm wants to continue to facilitate supporting innovative companies year on year.
Job description - R&D Consultant In this R&D Consultant role in London, you'll will be undertaking the firm's internal technical training program to have a strong understanding of R&D.
Through research and client workshops you will gain sector knowledge and identify R&D activities, detailing any comparable/routine technologies used. After gaining some experience assisting other consultants within the team with repeat claims, you will progress from shadowing to taking the financial or technical lead on upcoming repeat claims, to further your experience and understanding of the reports and claims they produce for clients. Please see the full responsibilities below:
Key responsibilities - R&D Analyst In this R&D Consultant job, your responsibilities will include:
- Identifying qualifying R&D activities and expenditure through participation in technical & financial discussions with clients for new and repeat claims.
- Leading R&D discussions/workshops with clients, providing a clear explanation of the definition of R&D for tax purposes and discussing in detail, sector specific examples of qualifying activities.
- Managing client & stakeholder relationships both internally and externally.
- Compiling technical & financial project reports to illustrate eligible activities to support R&D claims with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Project managing day to day aspects of the claims, setting timescales for delivery, talking confidently with clients to explain various judgements made in claim compilation and their implications.
- Formulating an initial response to defending claims in the event of HMRC R&D enquiries.
Job requirements - R&D Consultant For this R&D Consultant job, the company are looking for:
- 2:1 or above from university (Economics, Finance, Accounting, and Business related degree a plus).
- At least 1 year of commercial experience - prior knowledge of the R&D incentives and/or related innovation funding from outside the sector is desirable but not essential.
- Experience working in a collaborative environment that thrives on sharing ideas and feedback.
- The ability to communicate effectively, clearly, and concisely in both written and verbal form.
- A natural problem-solving mindset
- A genuine interest and curiosity in Software, Science, Technology & Innovation.
- The capabilities to deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges.
Benefits of the job - R&D Analyst - A starting salary of £32,000 - £40,000 DOE.
- Generous company bonus scheme and regular pay reviews.
- Fantastic offices in Liverpool Street.
- Flexible working - Two days per week in the office, and company shutdowns throughout the year!
- Private health insurance that includes physical, mental, dental and optical care.
- Huge potential for career progression and growth.
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