Iain Butler

Iain leads the Innovative Incentives team, helping businesses unlock growth through strategic investment in innovation. With over two decades of experience preparing R&D and Patent Box claims, Iain combines deep technical expertise with a practical understanding of commercial R&D environments.
His background in systems engineering and commercial R&D enables him to engage directly with clients’ development teams, translating complex technical work into robust, compliant claims that reflect genuine innovation. Iain’s approach is grounded in clarity, collaboration, and a strong grasp of the evolving incentive landscape, ensuring clients not only receive the benefit they are due but also meet the highest standards of documentation and justification. Iain brings insight, rigour, and a passion for innovation to every engagement.
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