About Us
At Sedulo we are building a world class team to deliver our mission to make positive change in the communities we work in. We do this by:
- Working with our clients to transform their business and personal finances
- Connecting and contributing to the business community in the cities we are located in
- Working with charities by fundraising and influencing change both now and in the future through the Sedulo Foundation
- Being a great place to work and develop your career
- At Sedulo we embrace a holistic and innovative culture with diversity and integrity at the heart. We are working to build an open and inclusive environment which supports the needs of all our team members.
We are looking for people to join the team who want to deliver beyond expectation and get results. Whether this be through embracing feedback, creating fulfilling relationships with colleagues and clients, being genuinely interested in their work, or by simply being the best version of themselves.
About the Role
We are seeking an R&D Tax Assistant Manager/Manager specialising in Engineering to help some of the UK’s most innovative companies identify and secure Research & Development Incentives.
Working with a portfolio of ambitious engineering and manufacturing businesses, you will collaborate with technical directors, design and production engineers and senior stakeholders to analyse complex development projects and assess their eligibility under UK R&D tax legislation. The role involves translating real-world engineering challenges into clear, structured documentation and delivering robust and compliant R&D claims.
This is an opportunity to put genuine engineering knowledge to work in an advisory setting, while helping to shape the growth of an engineering-focused R&D consulting practice.
What You Will Be Doing
- Engage with engineering and manufacturing clients to assess eligibility for R&D tax relief across areas such as advanced manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy and materials development.
- Conduct technical discussions and interviews with design, production and engineering teams to identify qualifying R&D activities.
- Analyse client projects against HMRC R&D legislation, focusing on technological advancement and uncertainty.
- Prepare clear technical narratives and supporting documentation for R&D claims.
- Compile and review qualifying R&D expenditure and supporting financial schedules.
- Support the preparation and submission of claims to HMRC and assist with responses to enquiries where required.
- Build strong client relationships and provide ongoing advisory support regarding R&D eligibility and documentation.
- Mentor and support junior members of the team.
- This is a client-facing role. You will spend meaningful time with the businesses you support, building genuine relationships rather than running a transactional process.
- Lead kick-off meetings and technical interviews with client stakeholders
- Translate complex technical and scientific information into clear, HMRC-compliant narratives
- Act as a trusted point of contact throughout the claims process, keeping clients informed at every stage
- Identify opportunities to add further value across Sedulo's wider service offering
What We Are Looking for:
You will bring genuine engineering insight, and beyond that what matters most is curiosity, commercial awareness, and a commitment to doing things properly:
- Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, Chemical, Civil or Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Experience supporting or preparing R&D tax relief claims for engineering or manufacturing companies.
- Strong understanding of engineering processes and technologies such as product design and development, prototyping, automation, process improvement or materials innovation.
- Ability to analyse complex technical challenges within engineering and manufacturing environments.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear written documentation.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple client engagements.
- Experience mentoring or supporting junior staff.
What we offer:
We’re committed to supporting our people both professionally and personally. Our benefits are designed to help you thrive inside and outside of work:
- 26 days’ holiday per year (including your birthday as a paid day off), plus all public bank holidays and two paid volunteering days.
- You can also work abroad for up to one month per year and flex up to 2 of your UK bank holidays to suit your personal beliefs or preferences.
- Financial Security & Support: Pension scheme with Royal London, plus free access to financial and mortgage advice, life insurance cover, and income protection from day one.
- Health & Wellbeing: Access a range of discounted health, wellbeing, and retail benefits to help you stay healthy and make the most of your downtime through Help@Hand, Medicash and Zest.
- Learning & Development: Continuous professional and personal development opportunities to support your career growth.
- Culture & Community: Enjoy access to our exclusive members’ club facilities, including complimentary breakfast and refreshments, regular social and networking events, and our legendary annual Christmas conference.
- Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced maternity and paternity leave with additional family friendly policies to support you.
- Travel & Lifestyle Perks: Annual travel ticket loan, Cycle to Work Scheme, and access to our salary sacrifice Electric Vehicle scheme through Octopus EV.
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Work Location: In person
