R&D Technical Consultant

CBTax Limited; Dublin; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A Dublin-based consultancy is seeking an R&D Technical Consultant to help businesses maximize their R&D tax relief. This role involves engaging with clients, producing detailed reports, and collaborating with industry experts. Ideal for a STEM graduate with technical writing expertise who loves problem-solving and innovation.

Benefits

5% employer pension contribution

Bupa private healthcare

Electric Car Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written communication.
• Ability to summarise complex concepts for clients.

Responsibilities

• Engage clients to assess eligibility for tax relief.
• Conduct technical interviews and site visits.
• Analyse technical information into compelling reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

STEM degree (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics)

Job description

Job Title: R&D Technical Consultant
Salary: Up to €65k basic
Location: Dublin
Reporting into: Technical Director

About the Team:
Our R&D Technical Consultancy Team is a core function within CBTax, responsible for helping businesses identify, assess, and document innovative projects that qualify for R&D tax relief. We work with companies across a range of industries, including technology, engineering, software, life sciences, Pharma, manufacturing and more ensuring that their claims are technically robust, compliant with HMRC regulations, and maximised for financial benefit.

Our team consists of industry experts, engineers, scientists, and tax professionals, all collaborating to translate complex technical work into compelling claims.

About the Role:
As an R&D Technical Consultant, you will play a key role in engaging with clients, identifying qualifying R&D activities, and producing detailed technical reports to support their tax relief claims.

You will interact with business leaders, engineers, and scientists, gaining insights into some of the most innovative projects in the UK & Ireland. This role is ideal for a STEM professional or technical writer with a strong understanding of innovation and problem-solving who is interested in applying their knowledge in a consultancy setting.

In this Role, You'll:

• Engage with clients to understand their R&D activities and assess eligibility for tax relief.
• Conduct technical interviews and site visits with engineers, scientists, and software developers.
• Analyse complex technical information and distil it into clear, compelling reports.
• Collaborate with tax specialists to ensure R&D claims align with compliance requirements.
• Stay up to date with HMRC R&D tax guidelines, ensuring technical documentation meets all standards.
• Support claim submissions and respond to HMRC enquiries when required.
• Advise clients on best practices for record-keeping and documenting their R&D processes.

We're Seeking Someone with Experience Including:

• STEM degree (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) or equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess technical projects.
• Excellent written communication skills, with experience in technical writing or reporting.
• Ability to interpret and summarise complex technical concepts for a non-technical audience.
• Comfortable working directly with clients, asking the right questions to uncover R&D activities.

Nice to haves:

• Experience in R&D tax relief consultancy or technical grant funding.
• Background in engineering, software development, or scientific research.
• Familiarity wit tax incentives for research and development.
• Previous experience in interviewing engineers or technical professionals.

You Might Thrive in this Role if You:

• Enjoy working at the intersection of technology, finance, and consulting.
• Are a curious problem-solver, excited by understanding how things work.
• Take pride in writing clear, structured technical documents.
• Want a client-facing role, engaging with leaders in cutting-edge industries.
• Are looking for a career path that blends STEM expertise with business impact.

Compensation, Benefits, and Perks (Irish benefits differ to UK. Ask for details):

• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonuses.
• 5% employer pension contribution.
• Recognition incentives for outstanding contributions.
• Bupa private healthcare.
• Electric Car Scheme & Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Tech Scheme – Stay ahead with the latest technology.
• Flexible benefits to tailor perks to your lifestyle.

Career Growth and Culture:

• Structured career progression path, with opportunities to advance into Senior Technical Consultant and R&D Tax Manager roles.
• Collaborative, knowledge-sharing team environment.
• Work for an award-winning tax consultancy leading the industry in R&D tax advisory.

About CBTax:
CBTax is one of the UK’s fastest-growing tax consultancy firms, specialising in corporate tax compliance and R&D tax relief claims. We work with some of the UK’s most innovative businesses, helping them access funding and incentives to drive technological advancements. Our team is made up of STEM professionals, financial experts, and tax specialists working together to maximise client value.

The recruitment process:

1. Application Review – We assess your experience and suitability.

2. Screening Call – A brief chat to discuss the role, your background, and next steps.

3. Willo Video Submission – Share insights into your background, motivations, and personality via a short recorded video that will be sent to the hiring manager

4. Interview– meet with a member of the team via Zoom or in person

5. Final stage interview – Used as an opportunity to further asses culture fit

6. Offer & Onboarding!

Inclusivity Statement:
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If you have a disability, let us know how we can accommodate you during the recruitment process.