Malcolm Joy

Malcolm Joy, the Managing Partner of Frazier & Deeter UK and Global Leader of Transfer Pricing Services, is a renowned expert in international taxation with over 25 years of experience. His exceptional expertise in complex cross-border tax matters has established him as one of the UK's leading authorities, culminating in his team securing the International Accounting Bulletin's Inaugural International Tax Adviser of the Year award. At Frazier & Deeter UK, Malcolm leads the firm's efforts in providing advisory services to mid-market businesses, with a focus on supporting cross-border operations.

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How UK startups can grow in the US without losing their UK identity
How UK startups can grow in the US without losing their UK identity

The UK is now regarded as a global leader in innovation, offering one of the…

The challenges traditional  accounting firm structures cause scaleups

The traditional network structure of tax and accounting practices has long been a cornerstone of the sector, enabling smaller local and regional firms to access advice internationally. As the global business landscape evolves into the innovation era, it is becoming increasingly clear that this model may not fully align with the dynamic needs of the international, scaleup economy.

Navigating R&D Tax Credits in Software Development: Lessons from the Get Onbord Ltd vs HMRC Case

The First Tier Tribunal Tax Chamber recently released rulings including the interesting case of Get Onbord Limited (GOL) vs The Commissioners for HMRC, an R&D tax relief claim. The favourable ruling for GOL has the potential to significantly reshape the R&D landscape for SMEs in the UK software development sector, steering HMRC to adopt a more inclusive and flexible approach to assessing the activities that qualify as R&D for tax purposes.  

R&D tax relief and its impact on SMEs in the UK

In the vibrant UK technology ecosystem, innovation is the lifeblood of success, and R&D tax relief has provided a crucial financial lifeline. The UK consistently ranks as the top destination for technology startups outside the US.