Director, R&D and Innovation Tax Advisory (Technology & Life Sciences) | Corporate Finance

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London, Greater London, England, GBR
In-Office
Senior level
Security • Software • Consulting
The Role
Lead and manage R&D and innovation tax advisory work for life sciences and other sectors, focusing on compliance, tax reporting, preparing R&D claims, and advising on innovation incentives. Manage client portfolios, build client relationships, mentor staff, and contribute to practice growth and tax policy work.
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Who We Are  

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.

At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.

Are you ready to make your impact?

European Tax Advisory

The European Tax Advisory practice at FTI Consulting provides corporate tax advisory services to multi-national businesses ranging from tax transaction support to best practice process implementation and structuring. Our tax advisory services are expert led, client centric and focused on mitigating tax-risk and minimizing cost. Our Senior Management Team are leaders in their fields, qualified in accounting, tax, law and surveying. The team also includes economists, valuation & technology experts.

FTI has a leading specialist Life Science tax capability and the role sits primarily within this team but will also support work on innovation incentives (R&D and Patent Box across all sectors). With over 100 recurring clients, the Life Sciences team is the largest specialist tax team serving this sector in the country.  Our team is also very active in tax policy and has had a significant influence over recent years on developments relevant to companies operating in Life Sciences.  

We are currently seeking tax managers to join our successful and growing London-based tax team on a full or part time basis.  The role will be focused on compliance and reporting, preparation of R&D claims and a range of tax advisory services for clients with high growth potential.

What You Will Need to Succeed    
 

  • Experience in corporate tax compliance, including tax reporting & either international or middle market advisory.

  • Ambitious and pro-active.

  • Highly organised and structured, with excellent problem solving skills.

  • Exceptional interpersonal skills, builds good professional and personal relationships with client teams at all levels and across the firm.

  • Good commercial grounding and pragmatic approach to problem solving

  • Keen to work in the sector.
     

Basic Qualifications:
 

  • ACA, CTA or equivalent qualified with a good level of PQE with experience in managing and leading client portfolios.  
     

Preferred Qualifications:
 

  • Previous experience working within a large tax consultancy firm

  • Experience with R&D tax credits


How You’ll Grow  
 

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.   

 

As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role. 

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FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. 

Skills Required

  • Experience in corporate tax compliance, including tax reporting and international or middle market advisory
  • ACA, CTA or equivalent qualification with a good level of post-qualification experience (PQE)
  • Experience managing and leading client portfolios
  • Highly organised and structured with excellent problem solving skills
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills; builds professional relationships with client teams at all levels
  • Good commercial grounding and pragmatic approach to problem solving
  • Keen to work in the Life Sciences sector
  • Previous experience working within a large tax consultancy firm
  • Experience with R&D tax credits and preparation of R&D claims

FTI Consulting Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about FTI Consulting and has not been reviewed or approved by FTI Consulting.

  • Healthcare Strength Multiple carriers and tiered plan designs via a private exchange provide breadth of medical, dental, and vision options, with HSA/FSA eligibility and several voluntary protections.
  • Retirement Support Immediate 401(k) eligibility with an employer match is offered, with participation starting upon hire and consistent plan access across levels.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO is described as generous and increases with tenure, alongside paid holidays and disability protections that support time away.

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