Manager | Innovation Incentives | Stockholm

Are you ready to be at the forefront of innovation and change? Do you thrive in a role where your expertise in R&D tax incentives and project management can truly make a difference? Picture yourself as the driving force behind a diverse array of pioneering research initiatives, leading the charge in business development and empowering a new wave of sustainability in the corporate world. From multinational powerhouses to agile start-ups, your role will be pivotal in shaping the future of research and development. This is your chance to shine in a client-facing, goal-oriented managerial position based in Stockholm. Let's redefine the future together—this role is your stage!

The opportunity

We are looking for a Manager who has solid experience with R&D tax incentives (within or outside the Nordics) and is an experienced project manager. This person enjoys a client facing role while being exposed to a wide variety of cutting-edge research projects across multiple industries and is keen to drive business development activities. This opportunity is ideal for a person with 5-8 years of relevant experience.

You will join an enthusiastic and multinational team, with colleagues located in Stockholm, Copenhagen, Oslo, and India. Your role as a key player in our Nordic division also connects you to our expansive global network. The position includes opportunities for occasional travel both within the Nordic countries and abroad. You will be supporting companies in identifying and securing Innovation Incentives, including R&D tax deductions and credits, with a particular emphasis on the Scandinavian market. 

Your key responsibilities

• Interact with clients' senior technical, scientific, and engineering staff to develop a comprehensive understanding of the innovative and/or sustainability projects undertaken while building and maintaining client relationships
• Drive projects and support team members to deliver high-quality claims and advice to our clients
• Help lead our growing team of Innovation Incentives professionals
• Help develop compelling technical project reports describing the scientific and technical activities found within client projects to support their R&D claim
• Help grow our Innovation Incentives footprint in the Nordics. Help drive the sales process by identifying potential targets, arranging internal and external meetings and articulating the benefit of Innovation Incentives through client meetings and proposals  
• Deliver high-quality advice and solutions to all types of clients, ensuring management of risk and reputation.

Skills and attributes for success

• A university degree in an engineering or science related field
• 5-8 years of relevant experience in R&D tax incentives. Experience in consultancy focusing on innovation incentives, potentially in combination with a background in industry, academia or a research organisation
• Strong working proficiency in English – written, spoken and conversational.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience in dealing with challenges faced by industry professionals, such as engineering design, the development or improvement of manufacturing processes, development of new products etc.
• Work experience in your chosen industry within a technical role
• Working proficiency in Swedish, Danish and/or Norwegian 

What we look for

We are looking for a team member with an analytical mindset who would enjoy a client-facing role. The ideal candidate would be energised by learning about scientific or technological advancements in sustainability and innovation across a wide variety of industries. An ideal candidate would have the following personal qualities:

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other team members of different skill sets and across multiple countries
• Strong report writing proficiency 
• Strong attention to detail and first-time accuracy
• The ability to swiftly adapt to and learn about different technologies and industry sectors

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more. 

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.  

Please submit your CV and cover letter online. Application deadline: 6th of April 2025. We are continuously reviewing applications and inviting for interviews, so don’t wait with your application  If you have any questions or need more information, please do not hesitate to contact Vicky Carathanassis at vicky.carathanassis@dk.ey.com. For questions about the recruitment process, please contact Simon Aspler at simon.aspler@se.ey.com.

At EY, we celebrate diversity and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. If you have any questions, require assistance, or need adjustments to the recruitment process due to a disability, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at recruitmentsweden@se.ey.com. We are here to support you.