Tax credit firm Jumpstart sets up shop in Birmingham
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The launch of the Birmingham base follows the appointment of Wendy Smith as business development manager for the region.
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Hide AdShe will be responsible for engaging with 100 local firms in the first year, building a network of professional intermediaries.
“The West Midlands is rich in manufacturing expertise, especially across automotive, aerospace and rail, making it a natural fit for the next part of our expansion,” Smith said.
“If the region was as effective at claiming its R&D tax relief as its counterparts in London and the south-east, we estimate it could be between £47 milion and £64m per year better off. That’s a lot of cash for reinvestment in new equipment, plant and jobs.”