Overview

Senior R&D Tax Credits Technical Consultant (with a strong software focus) at GrantTree, the UK’s leading innovation funding consultancy specialising in R&D Tax Credits, grants, financing and investment funding. You’ll work with clients across sectors including financial services, biotechnology, engineering, software and data science, helping maximise government funding opportunities and support cutting-edge development.

Base pay range: £60,000.00-£65,000.00 depending on experience. In addition to salary, we offer flexible working arrangements, an office in Shoreditch, and a range of benefits.

Responsibilities

• Work with our team of writing experts to craft a strong and persuasive technical report on the client’s work
• Attend conference calls with CTOs, engineers and other R&D professionals
• Review technical data or patents provided by the client
• Identify qualifying technology in collaboration with our financial, sales and account management teams
• Share insights on technology trends to keep the team abreast of the bleeding edge of tech

Requirements

• Minimum of 4+ years’ experience in an R&D Tax Credits role with a strong working knowledge of the UK R&D tax incentive schemes
• Passion for science and technology innovation
• Degree (BSc/MSc/PhD) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related discipline
• Proficiency in modern programming languages with strong expertise in software architecture, cloud platforms, databases, AI/ML frameworks, DevOps practices, and cybersecurity
• Alternative: equivalent professional experience demonstrating advanced software engineering expertise
• Strong listening and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects
• High level of business integrity and ethics
• Preferably London-based but open to non-London candidates
• Full-time position

Salary and Benefits

Salary: £60,000.00-£65,000.00 depending on experience.

• 30 days paid holiday + bank holidays
• Quarterly Employee Wellness Budget
• Wellness Support Platform
• Generous and inclusive Parental Leave policy
• Study and Charity Leave
• Regular social and wellness events
• Access to premium wellness and financial support platforms
• Discretionary Friday afternoons off

Equal Opportunities

We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of background. If you think you’re the right person for the job even if you don’t perfectly fit the role spec, be daring and apply.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

For this role, the salary range is £60,000.00-£65,000.00 depending on experience. The role offers flexible working arrangements after probation, with the option to work remotely or from the Shoreditch office.