Senior Manager, R&D Tax

This firm seeks an R&D Tax Senior Manager to join them.  The main function of this role is to provide expert advice on the tax treatment of share options and other forms of employee share ownership. The responsibilities also include offering in-depth knowledge of EMI, ESS, and reward tax, as well as related areas such as employment, NIC, and capital gains tax.

The role involves preparing share valuations, liaising with HMRC, and managing a team while mentoring junior staff. Additionally, the role requires an awareness of the accounting, employment law, and company law implications of share incentives and direct client engagement, including fee agreements.

KEY DUTIES:
- Advising on the tax treatment of share options and other forms of employee share ownership
- Providing expertise on EMI, ESS, and reward tax, including employment, NIC, and capital gains tax
- Offering guidance on split interest, freezer, and nil paid arrangements
- Preparing share valuations and liaising with HMRC
- Managing and mentoring junior staff
- Engaging directly with clients, including agreeing on fees

QUALIFICATIONS:
- Extensive experience in advising on the tax treatment of share options and employee share ownership
- In-depth knowledge of EMI, ESS, and reward tax, as well as related areas such as employment, NIC, and capital gains tax
- Proven expertise in split interest, and nil paid arrangements
- Demonstrated experience in preparing share valuations and liaising with HMRC
- Strong staff management and mentoring skills