R&D Tax Director in North East

Head of Tax & Incentives | Partner Level Executive Search | UK & US

R&D Tax Director – Top 10 Practice

Leonid Group have been retained by a top 10 accountancy practice in the search for an R&D Tax Director. Based from their Newcastle office, this is a unique opportunity to lead an established team, while driving continued growth across the North‑East region.

• Oversee a portfolio of key R&D clients
• Deliver a technical service to clients, both via your team and directly as well as providing internal advice to colleagues and partners
• Responsible for the targets, fees and recoveries of your team as well as promoting the service line to win new work
• Day‑to‑day welfare and development of your team will remain a key part of the role, working with managers to develop individuals and ensure all work is completed to the highest calibre
• Responsible for your R&D Tax team and for the delivery of bespoke tax planning work for business clients

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in managing teams; leading on growth, quality output and risk management
• Exposure to multiple sectors would be a distinct advantage as our client’s client base is split across broad sectors
• Strong R&D tax background developed in an accountancy environment
• Excellent technical knowledge and the ability to carry out research into complex areas of tax legislation
• Ability to seek new business opportunities

Benefits include hybrid & flexible working, birthday leave, professional subscription and numerous, lifestyle, health & wellbeing benefits. For more information on these, please apply.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Consulting

Industries

• Accounting