Key Takeaways
- Gain practical experience in Tax Consulting with a mix of reporting and advisory work.
- This is a Summer Vacation Scheme for penultimate-year university students.
- Requires a predicted degree classification of 2:1 or above in any discipline.
- Application deadline is 23rd October 2026, but early applications are recommended.
- Hybrid working model with office and home-based elements.
About the Role
About the Teams
Our Tax Consulting business offers companies tax advisory, compliance, and transaction advice to help them make informed decisions regarding their investments.
You can join one of the following teams:
- Business Tax: Assist clients with complex tax matters across all industries, focusing on corporate tax affairs.
- Transactions & Investment Funds Tax: Advise clients on strategic and commercial tax decisions related to investments, fund structures, business/property acquisitions, and the investment process.
- Global Employer Services: Help clients manage workforce challenges, including incentives, rewards, and international employment tax compliance.
- Payroll and Workforce Management: Deliver and transform payroll and workforce management functions, solving complex challenges related to employee pay, strategy design, compliance, and technology implementation.
What You'll Do
As part of our Summer Vacation Scheme in Tax Consulting, you will work on the tax affairs of diverse companies across various sectors, including tech start-ups, public sector bodies, FTSE 100 and Global 2000 multinational groups, charities, and high-net-worth private clients.
Your role will involve a mix of reporting and advisory work. You might research and write about tax topics, get involved in pricing or deals, advise on mobility programmes, or assist businesses with tax authorities. International collaboration with clients and colleagues is common.
Where You'll Work
Deloitte operates a hybrid working model, combining office and home working to support development and flexibility. Client-facing roles may require office or client site attendance on certain days. Meetings will be a mix of online and in-person.
All workspaces are accessible. Further flexibility can be discussed for health conditions or caring responsibilities.
Your Development
This programme offers world-class practical experience alongside technical knowledge, supported by internal training and guidance from coaches, leaders, and your team. You will be immersed in client work and learn practical skills for a successful career.
Upon successful completion, Deloitte supports further development with professional qualifications such as Association of Taxation Technicians (ATT), Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA), Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS), or Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA), depending on your role.
Additional Support and Benefits
Deloitte fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment, supporting employees through diversity networks, wellbeing initiatives, and rewards.
Application Deadlines
- Application Deadline: 23rd October 2026. Applications are encouraged as early as possible, as some roles may close early due to high demand.
- Assessment Deadlines: Details will be provided via email after application.
- Policy: A strict one application per year policy applies to all Early Careers opportunities.
Visa Sponsorship
Sponsorship is not provided for this role. However, students holding a valid Student Visa for the duration of the scheme may apply. Participation is also contingent on the scheme dates aligning with your university summer vacation.