Key Takeaways
- Help businesses resolve complex tax issues with HMRC, gaining hands-on experience and studying towards a professional qualification.
- Requires GCSE Maths and English, 112 UCAS points, and a 2:1 degree classification (or equivalent).
- Fully funded ATT/CTA study, with access to a buddy, mentor, and structured training.
- Based in Leeds, full-time role starting in September.
About the Role
Kickstart your career by helping businesses understand, calculate and report their Tax responsibilities accurately. As a Graduate Tax Trainee, you’ll learn how Tax connects to financial performance, regulation and business decisions, while working with a diverse range of clients, studying towards a fully funded professional qualification and building the confidence to make a real impact from day one.
About the Tax Dispute Resolution Team
Join our Tax Dispute Resolution team and help businesses and individuals navigate complex tax challenges. In this role, you'll help clients resolve complex issues with HMRC, develop strong problem-solving skills, and gain hands-on experience across a wide range of taxes while studying towards a professional qualification.
What You'll Work On
From your first day, you'll be involved in real client work, including:
- Helping clients respond to HMRC enquiries and investigations by gathering information, reviewing evidence, and supporting case strategies.
- Researching complex tax issues and turning technical legislation into clear, practical advice for clients.
- Drafting client communications including letters, reports, and responses to HMRC.
- Supporting real tax dispute cases across areas such as Income Tax, Corporation Tax, VAT, PAYE, and National Insurance.
- Attending client meetings and calls to understand challenges, build relationships, and see how advice is delivered in practice.
- Working with specialists across Tax, Audit, and Advisory to solve problems and deliver the best outcomes for clients.
- Building professional qualifications and technical expertise while applying what you learn to real client situations from day one.
Your Development and Benefits
- Professional Qualification: Develop technical knowledge through funded ATT/CTA study, structured training, and study leave.
- Supportive Team: Learn in a supportive team, with access to a buddy, mentor, and colleagues who will help you settle in. Put your learning into practice through real client work and see how your contribution supports clear and valuable outcomes. You will benefit from balanced study and client work with structured support, regular check-ins, and practical guidance.
- Digital Skills: Build digital confidence by learning how tax technology, data, and automation support modern client work.
Entry Requirements
- GCSE Maths and English Language at Grade 4/C (or equivalent qualifications).
- Achieved a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points from your top three A Levels, BTECs, Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers, or other recognised Level 3 qualifications.
- Achieved or predicted a 2:1 degree classification (or equivalent).
We know everyone’s circumstances are different. If exceptional circumstances have affected your academic results, we’ll consider the context you provide as part of your application.