R&D Technical Consultant, Dublin Pike

Role:

R&D Technical Consultant (Associate to Senior)

Location:

Manchester, Northampton&Dublin

Salary:

Negotiable + performance-based bonus

Reporting to:

Director

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. Whether you’re a recent STEM graduate or already working in R&D or industry, if you 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 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

Support responses to HMRC/Revenue queries and technical clarification requests

What We’re Looking For

An STEM degree or hands‑on technical work experience from a relevant industry

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

We ideally need you to be able to drive. You won’t be on the road every day but you will need to see clients from time to time.

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

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