Experience is more than just knowledge.

Jon Connor ATT

Operations Director

Meet Jon, the Co-Founder and Operations Director at Empirical Tax. With over 10 years of industry experience and a strong background in tax and accountancy, Jon is an expert in navigating the complexities of R&D tax incentives and identifying grant funding opportunities for his clients. When he’s not organising his work life to perfection, you’ll find him indulging in his passion for sports and trying to avoid injury. Much safer to watch than it is to play! He is known for his emphasis on personal relationships and understanding each client's unique goals and challenges.

Zoe Barraclough MAAT

Technical Director

Meet Zoe, the Co-Founder and Technical Director at Empirical Tax. With over 10 years of experience in the sector, Zoe focuses on building personal relationships to deliver exceptional results for her clients. She helps companies develop a clear understanding of their eligibility to claim R&D tax relief. Whether she’s driving her son around or walking the dog, she’s always on the go. Her deep understanding of R&D tax incentives and her talent for forging strong relationships make her a go-to advisor in the industry.

Ange O'Neill

Research Operations Manager

Meet Ange, the Research Operations Manager at Empirical Funding. Her role is to help business owners discover grant funding opportunities and manage applications. With a BA (Hons) in Sports Management and eight years of grant-writing experience at England Squash, she’s a pro at securing funding. Always chatty and upbeat, she’s a busy mum of two, and she brings that same energy and enthusiasm to her work, making sure her clients get the best possible support through purposeful planning, tailored searches and regular communication.