R&D Tax Credits Graduate Consultant Role – Scientific / Technical

About the Team:
Within Grant Thornton's Incentives group, the Research & Development ("R&D") Tax credit and grant services team brings together tax professionals and engineering / scientific experts who support a broad spectrum of prominent clients. The team's reputation continues to grow, partnering with forward-thinking organisations engaged in R&D activities in Ireland, as well as those planning future investments in innovation.

Role Overview:
This position is ideal for a driven scientific, engineering, or computer science graduate who is eager to begin their career in the R&D Tax credit and grant incentives space. We are seeking a graduate to join Grant Thornton's expanding R&D Incentives practice where you will have the chance to develop hands-on experience and play a key part in the development and success of our business.

Key Duties:

Collaborate directly with clients from various industries, using your technical knowledge to assess the eligibility of R&D project activities for tax relief under Irish legislation and Revenue guidance.
Take an active role on client engagements, support stakeholder interviews, and the identification of qualifying R&D activities.
Assist in the drafting and preparation of submissions to Irish Revenue and funding bodies, maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.
Assist in the preparation of proposals to prospective clients.
Work across a diverse client portfolio, ensuring that quality standards and risk controls are consistently maintained.

Candidate Profile:

Scientific / engineering / computer science qualified or experienced.
Masters degree or PhD desirable.
Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities, including a demonstrated ability to draft scientific reports, grant applications, or similar.
A highly organised individual, who is diligent, and confident managing deadlines while juggling competing priorities.

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R&D Tax Credits Graduate Consultant Role – Scientific / Technical

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