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Ardy Elansei
R&D Tax Manager (Sciences)
Ardy Elansei is a highly experienced R&D Tax Consultant with over 7 years’ focused experience in R&D tax incentives.
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Expertise
Ardy has demonstrable experience working with science and technology stakeholders, including:
- Pharmaceutical and biotech innovators
- Drug discovery and clinical research enterprises
- Scientific research & material development
- Engineering & advanced manufacturing
He understands the scientific lifecycle of R&D activities, including pre-clinical research, regulatory studies, iterative experimentation, and development uncertainty — all critical for robust R&D claims in the science sector.
Qualifications & accreditation
Professional & academic qualifications
- BSc, Pharmacology (Kings College London)
- Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) – In Progress (UK) – Advanced professional qualification in tax strategy and technical tax compliance.
Career & experience
Ardy Elansei is a highly experienced R&D Tax Consultant with over 7 years’ focused experience in R&D tax incentives.
He has been supporting clients across science-intensive sectors.
- EY (Ernst & Young): R&D Tax Specialist / Manager – Led R&D claim engagements for mid-to-large corporate clients, including technical evaluation of scientific and engineering projects.
- Cooper Parry: R&D Tax Consultant – Delivered R&D claim strategy and compliance, working closely with finance and technical teams to capture qualifying expenditure.
- EmpoweRD: Senior R&D Tax Consultant – Supported commercial and complex claims using an R&D technology platform, enhancing client delivery efficiency.
- InnoFund: R&D Tax Manager – Current role leading R&D tax credit claims, with responsibility for technical review, risk management, and scientific engagement across sectors.
He has deep expertise in preparing and defending complex R&D Tax Credit claims, with a strong track record in pharmaceutical, biotech, and scientific development claims, as well as broader innovation tax advisory.
Ardy’s career combines Big Four heritage from his role at EY, to reputable R&D boutiques and accountancy practices, namely commercial consulting, and in-house claim leadership, equipping him with the technical insight and practical skills to deliver Revenue-compliant claims and robust contemporaneous evidence frameworks.
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