Key Takeaways
- Start a career in Tax with a market-leading salary of £34,250, plus a £5,000 milestone bonus.
- Fully funded professional qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CTA) with paid study leave.
- Gain hands-on experience with diverse clients and leverage leading AI tools.
- Applications are for the Autumn 2027 intake.
About the Role
The Programme
This programme offers a different approach to traditional graduate schemes, focusing on accelerating your career from the start with bigger opportunities and faster growth.
What We Offer
- Market-leading Salary: £34,250 per year.
- Milestone Bonus: £5,000 bonus (50% upon joining, 50% upon qualification).
- Professional Qualification: Fully funded, including paid study leave, expert tuition, and all course fees.
- Mentorship: A named Partner sponsor from day one.
- International Exposure: Build a global perspective early in your career.
- Digital Skills: Access to leading AI tools and digital solutions from day one.
- Client Interaction: Meaningful engagement to understand business operations and drive results.
- Structured Learning: Develop capabilities for a future Partner role, going beyond technical skills.
- Networking: In-person experiences with your cohort and a lifelong network.
- Growth Opportunities: Access to additional opportunities, including working with the Senior Leadership Team and shaping new initiatives.
- Business Development: Hands-on experience in winning work and supporting growth ambitions before qualification.
About AI and Your Role
Grant Thornton is investing £500m in digital transformation, leveraging AI to handle manual tasks and allow you to focus on higher-value work. You will gain experience and training to progress rapidly.
As a tax professional, you will:
- Advise on tax law, identify risks, pursue opportunities, and ensure client compliance.
- Gain experience across multiple tax teams, working with a wide range of clients from household names to start-ups.
- Build strong client relationships and develop technical expertise.
- Engage in hands-on work from day one, analysing data, researching technical positions, and applying tax rules.
- Help clients navigate change by understanding how tax rules apply to different transactions and scenarios.
- Explore how businesses structure their affairs and how tax influences decisions.
- Study for a relevant professional qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CTA).
Who We're Looking For
We seek driven and determined individuals who can keep pace with a demanding programme and intensive professional qualification. Ambition to contribute to a high-performance culture and see a long-term future with the firm is essential.
Ideal candidates will possess:
- Commercial Curiosity: Genuine interest in clients' businesses and spotting opportunities.
- Digital Explorer Mindset: Curiosity for digital tools and data, seeking smarter solutions.
- Adaptability: Embracing change, asking questions, and learning quickly.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Critical thinking, sound judgement, and attention to detail.
- Collaborative Communication: Effective listening, adapting approaches, and building trust.
- Proactive Career Approach: Taking ownership of growth and seeking opportunities.
We have a flexible approach to academic entry requirements, considering them alongside your strengths and motivations.