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Tax Graduate Programme – East Anglia

BDO
£30,000
CambridgeIpswich

Expected closing date: Sunday, 15 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Earn £30,000 per year while studying towards ATT/CTA qualifications over three years.
  • Gain hands-on experience and build your career in Tax at BDO.
  • Work in Cambridge or Ipswich, with a programme start date of 20th September 2027.
  • Applications close on Sunday 15th November 2026.
  • Requires a minimum 2:2 degree and A-levels/equivalent.

About the Role

This is a three-year programme where you will gain hands-on experience while studying towards ATT/CTA qualifications. You will work alongside experienced professionals, developing your technical knowledge through client work while building your commercial skills and confidence.

As you develop, you will take on more responsibility, build relationships with clients and colleagues, and have opportunities to shape the direction of your career. Graduates are trusted with projects early, work directly with clients, and have approachable senior colleagues.

Upon successful completion of the programme and passing the exams, you will be fully qualified as a tax advisor and guaranteed a permanent role with BDO.

About Tax at BDO

BDO’s Tax practice covers 13 specialist areas. You will work with clients ranging from FTSE 100 companies to high-growth start-ups, gaining experience across different businesses and challenges.

What We're Looking For

  • Inquisitive, resilient, and motivated individuals.
  • Enjoy solving problems, thinking things through, and learning new things.
  • Curiosity, a logical mindset, and a willingness to get involved.
  • Commitment to balance study and professional work.

Entry Requirements

  • A minimum 2:2 degree in any discipline (obtained or predicted).
  • Three A-levels (or equivalent) at A*-C (excluding General Studies and Extended Projects), or four Scottish Highers or Advanced Highers at grade A-B (or equivalent, for example BTEC Extended Diploma). BDO does not use UCAS points.
  • GCSEs at grade 4 and above in Maths and English, or Scottish National 5 grade A-C.
  • The right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not provided).

Locations

Join us in either our Cambridge or Ipswich hubs. You will need to live within a commutable distance of the office you apply to, as relocation support is not provided.

Salary

£30,000 per annum

Benefits

  • Additional leave
  • Gym membership
  • Employee discounts
  • Pension, health and wellbeing support
  • A range of protection benefits

Application Process

  1. Online application form.
  2. Online assessments.
  3. Video interview.
  4. Virtual assessment centre.
  5. Final interview in person.

Key Dates

  • Programme start date: Monday, 20th September 2027.
  • Closing date for applications: Sunday 15th November 2026.