Consultant, Research & Development, Sydney

Job description

The focus on technology across all of the Australian economy means that there has never been a more exciting time to be part of Australia’s innovation community. EY’s R&D Tax and Innovation Incentives team contributes to this ecosystem by assisting companies to access tax incentives, government grants and export incentives relating to innovation, R&D, technology commercialisation and company growth.  The national team consists of programmers, engineers, scientists, lawyers and accountants who have a genuine interest in technology and innovation.  Does this sound like you?

The opportunity
As a result of continued growth, EY’sR&D Tax and Innovation Incentivesteam wishes to hire a number of talented Consultants to engage with Australia’s innovation community (including some of Australia’s top innovators), and support them in accessing the R&D tax incentive, export market development grants and other technology/commercialisation incentives. Working as part of a dedicated team, you will have the opportunity to use your STEM background, in combination with your sound business acumen, to deliver impactful services to EY’s clients.

Your key responsibilities
Drawing on your technical knowledge gained from your education or experience in industry, you will advise and support our clients in accessing the R&D tax incentive, government grants and other innovation/growth incentives. You will engage with technology-active companies to understand their development objectives and drivers, analysing complex project information to assess eligibility for the R&D tax incentive and other government grants. Working in high performing teams, you will prepare detailed work papers and reports to help deliver exceptional results to EY’s clients.

Skills and attributes for success
·  Genuine interest in innovation and technology
·  Strong written and verbal communication skills, relationship building and articulating complex information to a range of stakeholders will be key
·  Ability to work with complex and detailed information
·  Problem solving and numerical skills
·  Business acumen and commercial awareness
·  Proven ability to work well in high performing team environments

To qualify for the role you must have
·  Undergraduate and/or postgraduate qualifications in at least one of the following STEM disciplines:
·  Information Technology - including computer science, software engineering, data analytics
·  Engineering - including mechatronic, robotics, electrical, mechanical
·  Physical and Mathematical Sciences- including chemistry, physics, geosciences and mathematics
·  Biological Sciences - including biotechnology, medical technology, environmental science, biology
·  Along with your STEM qualification, you may also have undertaken a double degree in business, commerce or law. Double degree applicants, whilst not essential, will be looked at positively
·  At least 1 to 2 years of industry experience
·  Drive to provide excellent service to clients and build a better working world

Ideally, you’ll also have
·  An interest in the latest technology and experience in the creation or application of digital solutions and the role that technology can play in creating a better working world

What we look for
We’re interested in leaders with a genuine creative vision and the confidence to make it happen. Whilst forming part of a dedicated team, you can expect plenty of autonomy in this role, so you’ll also need the ability to take initiative and seek out opportunities to improve our current relationships and processes. If you’re serious about innovation, R&D and new technology and ready to take on some of our clients’ most complex issues, this role is for you. 

What working at EY offers
We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:
·  Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
·  Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
·  The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.
 
About EY
As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build abetter working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities andcreativefreedom to make things better.Whenever you join, however long you stay, theexceptionalEY experience lasts a lifetime.And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.
 
If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
 
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