An exciting, new opportunity has arisen within this award winning medium sized firm for an accomplished Director level specialist to spearhead the Research and Development offering within he firm.Responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of the business plans and reporting to the Head of Corporate Tax, you will leverage off a range of strong corporate clients across a range of sectors and industries. These include OMB's, entrepreneurial companies, larger corporates, multi-national groups, FSA regulated companies and AIM listed Plcs.Ideally, you will possess knowledge and experience in all aspects of the UK tax regime for R and D tax relief and will also have gained a sound grasp of other business tax matters to both ensure clients are tax compliant and that any tax planning opportunities are identified.In addition, you should be a strong team player, be capable of coaching and managing a team and be strong at maintaining and developing client relationships.In return, you will be offered an unparalleled opportunity to create and develop your own team, to leverage of an impressive and varied client base and to develop your skills and experience with in a supportive and collaborative environment.