Role: R&D Associate Technical Consultant (Graduates)
Location: Manchester, Northampton & Dublin
Salary: Negotiable + performance-based bonus
CBTax is an award-winning, global R&D tax consultancy firm with offices in Manchester and Northampton in the UK, Dublin serving the Republic of Ireland, and our newest locations in New York and Dubai supporting the US and Middle Eastern markets.
As one of the fastest-growing firms in our sector, we specialise in R&D Tax Relief, partnering with businesses across many sectors including engineering, technology, manufacturing, construction, energy, science, agriculture, and food & beverage to deliver robust claims, commercial value, and fully compliant advice.
We’re looking for high-performing, commercially minded problem-solvers who want to make a tangible impact. There has never been a more exciting time to join CBTax as we continue our international growth.
About the role:
At CBTax, our R&D Technical Consultants work directly with innovative businesses globally, translating complex technical work into powerful, compliant R&D tax relief claims. From engineering and software to life sciences and manufacturing, we're helping clients unlock funding and push the boundaries of innovation.
If you’re a recent STEM graduate and enjoy understanding how things work, solving problems, and explaining technical concepts clearly — this is your opportunity to do all of that in a commercially impactful role.
What You'll Be Doing:
Work directly with clients to uncover and assess eligible R&D activities
Conduct technical interviews and on-site visits with R&D teams, engineers and scientists
Analyse complex technical processes and write compelling technical reports
Partner with tax and compliance teams to ensure high-quality submissions
Keep up to date with guidelines to ensure all technical content is audit-ready
Advise clients on best practices for documentation and record-keeping
What We're Looking For:
A STEM degree or a related technical discipline
Strong analytical and technical writing skills
Ability to distil complex concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences
Commercial awareness and confidence in client-facing conversations
Curiosity, problem-solving mindset, and attention to detail
A full driving licence is a must-have for this role.
Benefits & Perks (UK and Irish benefits differ slightly. Ask for details):
Bonus: Performance-linked bonus scheme
Pension: Company pension contribution
Healthcare: Private healthcare cover
Tech Scheme: Access to the latest devices via salary sacrifice
Flex Benefits: Flexible benefits package tailored to you
Employee Incentives: Regular team incentives, socials, and recognition events
Recognition: A culture that celebrates wins and rewards high performance
