Associate Consultant - R&D Tax

Senior Tax AssociateCanonical is a premier provider of open-source software and operating systems for the global enterprise and technology sectors. Our flagship platform, Ubuntu, is extensively adopted in transformative enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, artificial intelligence, engineering innovation, and the Internet of Things (IoT). We proudly serve some of the world's foremost public cloud and silicon providers, along with industry leaders across various sectors. As a trailblazer in global distributed collaboration, we have over 1,200 employees across 75 countries, with a limited number of office roles. Our teams convene two to four times a year in diverse and exciting locations worldwide to align on strategy and execution.Founded, profitable, and on a growth trajectory, we are looking to hire a Senior Tax Associate who will report directly to the CFO. This pivotal role encompasses multiple Canonical corporate entities across several countries, with a preference for candidates located in EMEA time zones.This is a unique opportunity for a strategic and innovative tax professional to establish a robust tax function within a thriving technology company. We seek an individual who is passionate about technology and its impact on the tax landscape, capable of translating insights into a modern, effective strategy and hands-on execution.In this role, you will design and manage tax processes supporting our global expansion. Your primary challenge will be to navigate the complexities of the ever-evolving global tax environment. You will collaborate with the CFO to create a scalable, efficient framework tailored for a dynamic global software business—addressing everything from digital services taxes to harnessing new tax technologies.In our selection process, we prioritize intellectual curiosity and strategic acumen over years of experience. Ideal candidates will possess a strong academic background, a professional qualification in accounting and tax, and demonstrable exposure to global tax considerations in a multinational context.Location: This position can be performed remotely within the EMEA region or may be based in our London, UK office.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee and coordinate the preparation and review of corporate tax, VAT, and other relevant tax returns for our entities, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.Collaborate with external advisors to develop transfer pricing documentation and lead tax planning initiatives.Serve as a primary point of contact for tax authority audits and inquiries, ensuring thorough and responsive communication.

Join Clifford Chance, a leading global law firm, as a Senior/Director – Tax Associate in our London office. We are seeking an experienced tax professional who can provide expert advisory services and manage complex tax matters for our diverse clientele. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tax law and a proven track record of delivering high-quality results. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders and contribute to high-stakes projects in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Join Interpath Advisory as we seek motivated and ambitious graduates for our Graduate Associate position within the Tax department, commencing in September 2026. This role is an excellent opportunity for graduates in accounting, business, economics, and law, as well as those from other disciplines who demonstrate exceptional academic performance.At Interpath, we pride ourselves on being a key player in financial advisory and restructuring, catering to a wide range of clients across the UK and internationally. With a rapidly growing global footprint and a team of over 1,000 employees, we are committed to nurturing talent eager to embark on their careers in tax.Key Responsibilities:Provide advisory support in mergers and acquisitions.Assist with restructuring and refinancing transactions.Engage with tax implications in complex controversy cases.Collaborate with senior team members on business development and thought leadership.Prepare detailed tax reviews for insolvent entities.Draft corporation tax returns for both solvent and insolvent companies.This dynamic role offers you the chance to work on a variety of assignments across multiple industries, both domestically and internationally.Interpath is dedicated to your professional growth, offering study leave, extensive training, and mentorship to support you in achieving your ATT (or ACA) and CTA qualifications. You will be matched with a senior management mentor who will guide you throughout your training journey.From day one, you will take on significant responsibilities and engage directly with clients and key stakeholders, providing you with invaluable commercial exposure that lays a strong foundation for your future career.Join us at Interpath, where we are committed to investing in your development and equipping you for success in your career.

Join SW Group as an Associate in our Private Client US/UK Tax department. In this pivotal role, you will support a diverse portfolio of high-net-worth clients, providing expert guidance on their tax obligations and strategies. You will collaborate with a team of seasoned professionals to ensure compliance and optimize tax efficiencies.The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, possesses strong analytical skills, and is passionate about delivering exceptional client service. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your career in a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued.

Job PurposeWe are looking for a skilled professional to join our corporate tax team in London, focusing on providing exceptional tax compliance and advisory services to a diverse range of business clients. As the Senior Manager, you will oversee a comprehensive client portfolio, ensuring meticulous compliance with minimal supervision while delivering high-quality outcomes. This role will also involve managing risk and financial performance, mentoring junior staff, and fostering growth by identifying and capitalizing on business development opportunities. Additionally, you will collaborate with Directors and Partners on consultancy and advisory projects of varying complexities.Key Responsibilities:Manage a diverse portfolio of corporate compliance clientsConduct consultancy work and handle ad hoc advisory casesDeliver outstanding client serviceIdentify opportunities for growth within the client portfolioOversee staff management and development, including performance monitoringEngage in business development initiativesEnsure adherence to internal procedures and relevant HMRC guidance

Join us in empowering global customers to connect with culture through their passions.Why you’ll love this opportunity:The Tax Team plays a pivotal role in collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders to maintain the financial integrity of StockX. We are responsible for accurate and timely tax filings, providing strategic business insights, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and international laws. As a Senior VAT Tax Analyst, you will be part of a dynamic team of analytical thinkers who excel in StockX's fast-paced, high-growth environment, working collaboratively across various departments including accounting, finance, legal, operations, marketing, and product engineering.Your responsibilities will include:Overseeing VAT compliance for the EMEA region, ensuring audit readiness through registrations, filings, payments, and indirect tax account reconciliations.Supporting VAT audits in EMEA by performing data analysis, maintaining documentation, and liaising with both internal and external stakeholders.Collaborating with Tax Technology and Engineering teams to identify gaps and implement solutions, enhancing data accuracy and process efficiency.Conducting independent VAT and indirect tax research, articulating findings and recommendations effectively.Assisting in the audit of financial statements.Developing and refining VAT-related documentation to align with the company's high standards and regulatory requirements.Identifying and evaluating opportunities to leverage AI and emerging technologies to enhance VAT compliance processes, including automation of data analysis and audit support.

Join CFGI:At Corporate Finance Group, Inc. (CFGI), established in 2000 by former Big 4 professionals, we are proud to be a leader in navigating the complexities of accounting, reporting, compliance, and tax. Our team is composed of exceptional professionals with extensive public accounting backgrounds, enabling us to meet diverse client needs without the limitations of auditor independence. With comprehensive industry knowledge, we support companies in tackling both routine and complex business challenges, forming partnerships that deliver innovative solutions.We pride ourselves on our commitment to integrity, flexibility, and creativity in problem-solving, serving a wide range of clients from global market leaders to emerging businesses. At CFGI, we foster a culture of continuous learning, teamwork, and recognition of professional excellence.Role Overview:We are seeking an ambitious and proactive Senior Manager to join our UK tax team. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to innovate within the UK tax services sector.You will engage in all facets of UK corporate tax including reporting, compliance, governance, and advisory services, collaborating closely with clients and senior tax team members to deliver exceptional service.Key Responsibilities:1. Client Service Delivery:a) Tax Reporting:Your involvement will encompass the provision of UK tax reporting services to a varied client portfolio, which includes:· UK publicly listed companies.· US-based multinational corporations, including those publicly listed.· UK privately owned entities and private equity backed businesses.The scope of tax reporting work will vary, potentially covering:

Join S&W's Real Estate Tax TeamThe Real Estate Group at S&W brings together experts from our Tax, Transactions, Assurance, and Advisory divisions. In the realm of Real Estate Tax, we deliver comprehensive tax advisory and compliance services to both UK and international property investors and developers. Our diverse clientele includes funds, asset managers, REITs, overseas investors, housebuilders, owner-occupiers, landed estates, and private clients. Collaborating closely with our Transaction Services team, we also provide financial and tax due diligence, tax structuring, and transactional support for Real Estate M&A assignments. Many of our projects are international in scope, involving cross-border investments between the UK and global assets, often necessitating collaboration with colleagues from our CLA Global network.Role OverviewAs an Associate Director, you will play a pivotal role within our expanding Real Estate Tax team, which is a strategic focus area for the firm. If you possess substantial experience in Real Estate and thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment, this position is for you. Ideal candidates will exhibit strong technical skills applicable in both advisory and compliance roles, alongside excellent client and project management competencies to assist senior team members in delivering exceptional advice and nurturing client relationships.Key Responsibilities:Oversee a diverse portfolio of clients, collaborating with Partners/Directors (or independently) on complex tax consultancy and compliance projects for various stakeholders in the real estate sector.Lead transactional initiatives, managing the execution of tax structuring and due diligence assignments related to client M&A activities, including coordinating efforts from specialist teams.Assist the Partner/Director team in business development efforts aimed at existing, new, and prospective clients, while providing support to colleagues on both chargeable and non-chargeable tasks as needed.Guide and develop junior staff through delegation, on-the-job training, performance evaluations, and by acting as a Line Manager.

Unity Advisory is a CFO advisory firm based in Mayfair, London, offering finance, commercial, tax, and deal support. The team operates independently of audit conflicts and uses automation, analytics, and AI to deliver clear, actionable advice to CFOs making critical decisions. Role Overview The Senior Manager - R&D Tax (Tax & Costing) will join Unity Advisory's growing R&D tax practice. This role manages both the financial and technical aspects of R&D tax engagements, from cost identification through to HMRC-compliant submissions. The position involves working with a variety of clients, from startups to large enterprises, ensuring R&D claims are defensible, optimized, and aligned with current HMRC requirements. Collaboration with Partners and the Technology & Science team is central, especially when applying analytical methods to complex cost structures and advancing automation and AI in costing and compliance processes. The role calls for someone ready to challenge outdated practices and help build AI-driven workflows that enhance efficiency and accuracy for clients. What You Will Do Oversee the end-to-end financial and tax-technical delivery of R&D tax claims, including cost identification, apportionment, computations, CT600 adjustments, and HMRC submission. Analyze client cost bases to identify and quantify qualifying direct and indirect R&D expenditures under the merged RDEC scheme and Enhanced R&D Intensive Support (ERIS) regime. Lead detailed cost reviews with finance teams, examining trial balances, payroll records, subcontractor agreements, cloud computing expenses, data license costs, and overhead allocation methods. Manage the complexities of the merged scheme, including international expenditure restrictions, PAYE/NIC cap mechanics, subsidized expenditure rules, and claim notification requirements. Prepare and review comprehensive claim reports and supporting schedules that meet HMRC standards, including all required Additional Information for successful submissions.

Join swgroup as a Senior Manager in our R&D Tax Services division, where you will play a pivotal role in driving innovation and strategic guidance for our clients. In this challenging and rewarding position, you will lead a team of dedicated professionals in delivering exceptional R&D tax solutions that maximize client benefits.As a key player in our tax department, you will manage complex projects, oversee client relationships, and provide insights on R&D tax credits. Your expertise will help businesses unlock their potential through effective tax strategies and compliance.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Indirect Tax Manager to join our dynamic finance team at asos. In this pivotal role, you will lead our indirect tax strategy and compliance efforts, ensuring adherence to regulations while optimizing our tax position.Your expertise will guide our operations in various jurisdictions, and you will work closely with cross-functional teams to implement best practices that drive efficiency and effectiveness.

Deliveroo seeks an Employment Tax Senior Analyst to join the finance team at its River Building headquarters in London. This position plays a key role in managing employment tax compliance and shaping the company’s approach to tax strategy. Main responsibilities Manage employment tax compliance across the organization Develop and improve strategies that support efficient and compliant tax operations Use analytical skills to address complex employment tax issues Work location This role is based onsite at Deliveroo’s River Building HQ in London.

Join SW Group as a Senior Manager in Corporate Tax Financial Services. In this pivotal role, you will lead a dynamic team, managing tax compliance and advisory services for our diverse clientele. Your expertise will ensure that our clients navigate the complexities of corporate tax regulations while maximizing their financial efficiency.We are looking for a strategic thinker with exceptional leadership capabilities who can drive results in a fast-paced environment. Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop tax strategies that align with our clients' business goals.

Are you ready to join a dynamic and transparent R&D team where collaboration and innovative ideas are at the forefront? Our national R&D group handles an impressive portfolio of large and intricate clients, offering a diverse range of challenging and rewarding advisory services related to incentives and relief. Our entrepreneurial culture fosters an environment that our team truly enjoys.As a Senior Manager, your key responsibilities will include:Collaborating closely with Partners and Directors or working independently to identify and provide expert support regarding R&D tax credits to both existing and prospective clients.Advising clients on the scope and value of claims, analyzing qualifying expenditures, and preparing these claims for submission to HMRC.Driving business development by leveraging your specialized expertise in R&D tax to uncover new opportunities for claims for both new and existing clients, as well as utilizing your professional network.

Are you ready to elevate your career?We are on the lookout for a dynamic and experienced Transactions Tax Director to join our esteemed Corporate Tax team based in London. This team is dedicated to delivering exceptional compliance and advisory services to a diverse range of corporate clients and private equity firms. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for nurturing client relationships, overseeing project delivery, and providing strategic leadership to your team.Your key responsibilities will include:Offering insightful strategic and technical tax advice to clients, guiding them through complex tax landscapes.Managing the execution of sophisticated consulting projects with a focus on technical excellence and client-centric solutions.Taking full accountability for a portfolio of clients, fostering strong relationships and proactively identifying new business opportunities.Ensuring adherence to compliance, quality, and risk management policies.Overseeing the daily operations of your team, mentoring junior members, and fostering their professional development.

Location: London, Mayfair About Unity Advisory Unity Advisory is an experience-driven CFO advisory firm focused on finance, commercial, tax, and deal support. Free from audit conflicts, the firm integrates automation, analytics, and AI into every engagement. The team values clarity, practical results, and swift, actionable insights for CFOs making critical decisions. Role Overview: Senior Manager – R&D Tax (Technology & Science) This Senior Manager will play a key role in Unity Advisory’s growing R&D tax practice. The position centers on technical and scientific analysis at the intersection of innovation and taxation. The Senior Manager works directly with engineers, scientists, product teams, and CTOs to identify and communicate the qualifying R&D activities that underpin each claim. Clients include AI-driven startups, biotech firms, and advanced manufacturing companies. The Senior Manager leads technical interviews, drafts scientific and technological narratives for claim reports, and ensures all qualifying projects are documented accurately in line with DSIT Guidelines and HMRC’s competent professional test. Close collaboration with Partners and the Tax & Costing team is expected, especially in developing and refining AI-powered workflows to improve technical documentation and knowledge capture. This is not a standard report-writing job. The firm seeks someone with genuine scientific curiosity, a critical approach to complex R&D programs, and an interest in shaping how AI enhances technical documentation and client service. What You’ll Do Lead technical discovery during client engagements by interviewing engineers, scientists, product managers, and R&D leaders to uncover qualifying activities. Draft and review HMRC-compliant technical narratives that clearly explain the scientific or technological advances pursued, the uncertainties faced, and why these could not be easily resolved by a competent professional. Apply DSIT Guidelines and HMRC’s Guidelines for Compliance (GfC) to assess eligibility across sectors such as software engineering, AI/ML, life sciences, materials science, electronics, and advanced manufacturing. Critically evaluate whether client projects truly meet the criteria for an advance in science or technology, ensuring thorough documentation and compliance.

Join wehrtyou as an Indirect Tax Specialist and become a vital part of our dynamic team. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in indirect tax compliance and strategy to ensure adherence to local and international tax regulations. You will collaborate with various departments to optimize tax processes and contribute to the overall financial health of the company.

About CFGI:Founded in 2000 by ex-Big 4 professionals, Corporate Finance Group, Inc. (CFGI) proudly stands as an industry leader equipped to adeptly manage the complexities of today’s accounting, reporting, compliance, and tax environments. Our team consists of seasoned professionals with vast public accounting experience, enabling us to meet diverse client needs without the limitations of auditor independence. With extensive knowledge gained across various industries, CFGI empowers companies to navigate both routine and intricate business challenges effectively. We pride ourselves on offering integrity, flexibility, innovative solutions, and profound tax expertise. Our clientele ranges from global market leaders to privately held startups and venture-backed ventures. At CFGI, we foster a culture of continuous learning, teamwork, and recognition for professional excellence. Role Overview: We are on the lookout for an accomplished and client-centric International Tax Director to enhance our advisory practice. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead engagements, providing expert guidance to multinational clients on intricate international tax matters, including cross-border planning, structuring, and compliance. You will play a crucial role in business development initiatives, managing client relationships, and delivering top-notch strategic international tax advice.Key Responsibilities:· Lead and oversee international tax advisory projects for a varied portfolio of multinational clients.· Offer strategic advice on cross-border structuring, encompassing permanent establishment assessments, corporate residency, international tax strategies, withholding tax evaluations, supply chain optimization, and repatriation plans.· Collaborate with clients to understand and address the tax implications of international growth, M&A activities, joint ventures, and reorganizations.· Assist in the design and execution of global transfer pricing strategies in partnership with economic and legal teams.· Support clients in structuring and executing internal reorganizations and related initiatives.

Company OverviewInteractive Brokers Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IBKR) stands as a leading global financial services firm headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut, USA. With a presence in over 15 countries, we have been pioneers in financial innovation for more than 40 years, recognized for our state-of-the-art technology and unwavering commitment to our clients.Our affiliates provide round-the-clock global electronic brokerage services encompassing stocks, options, futures, currencies, bonds, and funds to clients across more than 200 countries and territories. We cater to individual investors and institutions, including financial advisors, hedge funds, and introducing brokers. Our advanced technology and competitive pricing empower our clients to maximize their investment potential.For six consecutive years, Barron’s has named Interactive Brokers as the top online broker. Join our vibrant, multinational team and contribute to a company that simplifies and enhances financial opportunities through cutting-edge technology.Role OverviewThe Interactive Brokers Global Tax Team plays a critical role in our business's success by mitigating risk and creating value. We collaborate with various departments, including Technology, Business Development, Accounting, Treasury, Customer Service, and Marketing to fulfill our commitment to delivering value through technological innovation and offering clients unprecedented access to global markets at minimal cost. Our Global Tax Team establishes the company’s tax policy and identifies, develops, implements, and manages strategies to minimize overall tax liabilities. We provide guidance on tax implications of our product offerings, manage tax audits, and ensure timely and accurate filing of financial reports and tax returns.We are looking for an accomplished tax professional to join our Global Tax team, focusing on customer taxes within European markets. This position reports to the Director of UK & APAC Tax and collaborates closely with the U.S.-based information reporting and withholding tax team to ensure comprehensive global compliance with customer tax obligations. The initial emphasis will be on designing and developing customer tax statements for European retail clients, requiring extensive experience and a solid technical understanding of information reporting and withholding tax requirements across various European countries.The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical foundation in tax regulations related to investment products, deep expertise in European tax filing responsibilities for retail customers, and a thorough understanding of information reporting and withholding obligations.