Graduate Research & Development (R&D) Technical Consultant

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Job Title: Graduate Research & Development (R&D) Technical Consultant
Salary: Up to €60,000+ dependent on experience
Location: Dublin - Office Based
Reporting to: Technical Director
Start date: ASAP

ABOUT US

We help innovative companies unlock financial benefits through R&D consultancy. Our team is passionate about supporting businesses in realizing their potential, and we’re expanding quickly to meet growing demand. Join us to work on exciting projects, support innovation, and build a rewarding consulting career.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you a recent graduate looking to launch your career in consulting? Our R&D Technical Consultant position offers a unique opportunity to learn on the job while helping companies unlock financial support for their innovative projects. This role involves identifying and assessing R&D projects, preparing supporting technical documentation, and managing claims from start to finish.
You’ll gain hands-on experience working with companies & clients across various sectors, including engineering, manufacturing, construction, software development, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, healthcare, agriculture, and energy. We fully support your training and continuous professional development, helping you grow within our team and the professional services industry.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU’LL:

• Identify qualifying R&D projects by participating in technical discussions with clients in your specialist area, which may include engineering, software development, biomedical sciences, or other relevant disciplines based on your background.
• Perform technical assessments of projects to ensure they meet R&D criteria.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation that summarize the R&D work in a way that’s accessible to others.
• Work closely with clients’ technical and financial teams to understand the value of the claim in line with R&D Relief Guidelines.
• Manage R&D claims through to completion, maintaining client information in our CRM system.
• Assist clients with R&D claims in the event of any follow-up questions from HMRC.

YOU MIGHT THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU:

• Are enthusiastic about supporting innovation and R&D activities.
• Enjoy translating complex technical topics into simple, accessible language.
• Are motivated to learn and build a consulting career in a fast-paced, growing industry.
• Want the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients and make a tangible impact on their success.
• Enjoy working directly with clients and managing relationships to successfully complete projects.