About Leyton

Leyton is a global innovation funding consultancy, founded in 1997, with over 5,000 employees and 35+ offices across 16+ countries, including offices in Montreal, Toronto, Alberta, Vancouver, Boston, San Francisco, and Houston. Our mission is to enhance the financial performance of businesses without disrupting their core operations.

In Canada, Leyton specializes in Innovation Incentives (SR&ED), Sales Tax Recovery, Property Tax Consultancy, Real Estate Appraisal & Valuation, and recruitment solutions through Leyton Match. In the U.S., our expertise spans seven tax products, including R&D Tax Credit, Employee Retention Credit, Energy Efficiency Incentives, Grants, and more.

Position: Senior SR&ED Consultant (IT)

Location: Ontario (Hybrid – Toronto office)

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Vacancy Status: This posting represents a current existing vacancy.

Compensation Transparency (Ontario Compliance)

Base Salary Range: CAD $90,000 – $100,000 per year, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Additional Compensation: Performance-based bonus eligibility.

Salary will not be negotiated outside of this posted range, in accordance with Ontario legislation.

Function of the Role

We work in a wide range of industries; from scientists developing new medical technology to architects working on ground-breaking construction projects. Working within a team of science, IT, and engineering consultants, you will be working on cutting-edge research projects and given full responsibility of building your own relationships with senior and decision making clients.

The primary focus of the role will be to provide technical advice to Canadian companies by investigating their latest R&D projects to identify where qualifying work is taking place. You will be working with existing and new clients who invest in R&D, to extend and expand their businesses and optimize their costs. You will provide clients with advice from both a tax and science/engineering perspective. You must be analytical and able to work within strict deadlines.

Main Responsibilities will include:

• Working primarily in the preparation and review of computer engineering related SR&ED claims covering various industries ranging from (but not limited to) software development, hardware, electronics, telecommunication and financial services.
• Generating new cost-saving opportunities for business in relation to their R&D projects.
• Drafting clear technical and financial documents related to R&D activities.
• Working with a variety of high-profile clients and liaising with Managing Directors, Financial Directors, CEOs, CTOs.
• Interacting with the tax authority, to defend the claim if necessary.
• Running workshops, addressing seminars, conferences, etc., to express professional views regarding R&D tax reliefs and other sources of R&D funding.
• Staying abreast of developments in industry and identifying new business opportunities.

Required experience and skills

• University degree in IT, Computer Science, Electronics or related discipline.
• 2-3 years of professional experience in the IT or electronics sector, with direct experience in preparing or consulting on SR&ED claims.
• Strong knowledge of R&D processes in areas such as software development, hardware engineering, and telecommunications.
• Curiosity, awareness and an interest in science, technology and innovation.
• Excellent communication (spoken and written) and ability to convey complex ideas as simple concepts.
• Extroverted, approachable, and people-oriented personality.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Excellent numerical abilities and proven track record of working with tight deadlines.
• Independent thinker and enthusiastic team player.

Why Join Leyton?

Growth & Development

• Access to exclusive international training programs through Leyton Academy.
• Defined career paths and mentorship within a fast-growing, global organization.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with a performance-based bonus structure.
• Generous vacation plan (starting at 4 weeks) and Summer Fridays (half days) in July and August.
• RRSP employer matching and medical benefits package includes coverage for dental and vision care, prescription drugs, and paramedical services.
• Complimentary time off in the summer and at Christmas.

Flexibility & Culture

• Hybrid work model with 2-3 days/week in a collaborative office setting.
• Ability to work remotely for up to 1 month per year and from any Leyton office globally for 15 days.
• Fun quarterly team events and a supportive, inclusive workplace environment.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring (Ontario Disclosure)

Leyton does not use automated or artificial intelligence–based tools at any stage of the recruitment or hiring process, including résumé screening, application filtering, or candidate assessment. All hiring decisions are made by Leyton’s recruitment and hiring teams through direc