2027 Tax Graduate Programme - South East

BDO; Tinsley Green; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Health and wellbeing support

Employee discounts

Job summary

BDO is offering a Tax Graduate Programme in the UK. You will begin with a organisation-wide induction and pursue ACA/CTA, ATT/CTA tax qualifications over three years while gaining hands-on client experience.

You’ll work with colleagues and mentors, with progression into a permanent tax advisor role upon successful exams, and gain exposure to a range of clients from FTSE 100 to startups as you develop technical and commercial skills.

Qualifications

• A minimum 2:2 degree in any discipline (obtained or predicted).
• Three A-levels (or equivalent) at A*-C, or four Scottish Highers or Advanced Highers at grade A-B.
• GCSEs at grade 4+ in Maths and English (or Scottish National 5).
• Commitment to balance study and professional work.
• Right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship not provided for these roles).

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Curiosity

Willingness to learn

Education

2:2 degree

Job description

A bit about us

Want to get stuck into client work, tackle complex problems and build your career in Tax? Welcome to the Tax Graduate Programme at BDO.

The programme starts on Monday, 20th September 2027, for an organisation-wide induction (you need to be able to attend).

A bit about Tax

BDO’s Tax practice spans 13 specialist areas, including Employment Tax, Private Client and Tax Dispute Resolution. Our tax professionals work with clients ranging from FTSE 100 companies to high-growth start-ups, giving you the chance to build experience across different businesses and challenges.

• You’ll get involved in dynamic work and take on more responsibility as your confidence grows.
• You’ll have people around you to help – from teammates and managers to directors and partners who can share their experience, answer questions and support your development.
• It’s big responsibility with personal support – and the chance to build a career that’s your own.

And a bit about the programme

• Over three years, you’ll gain hands‑on experience while studying towards ACA/CTA, ATT/CTA (tax pathway) qualifications.
• You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, developing your technical knowledge through client work while building your commercial skills and confidence.
• There’s plenty of room to explore where your strengths and interests could take you.
• As you develop, you’ll take on more responsibility, build relationships with clients and colleagues, and have opportunities to shape the direction of your career.
• The support is there too. Our graduates talk about being trusted with projects early, working directly with clients and having approachable senior colleagues around them as they learn.
• So while you’ll be challenged to grow, you won’t be doing it alone.
• When you successfully complete the programme and pass the exams, you’ll be fully qualified as a tax advisor, and guaranteed a permanent role with us.

As for you

• You’re inquisitive, resilient and motivated.
• You enjoy solving problems, thinking things through and learning something new.
• You don’t need to arrive knowing everything.
• Bring your curiosity, logical mindset and willingness to get involved, and you’ll have the support and experience to develop from there.

Join us in Gatwick, Guildford, Reading or Southampton hubs.

One thing to note: you’ll need to live within a commutable distance of the office you apply to. Relocation support is not provided, so please consider this carefully before applying. Time together in person matters – whether that’s in the office or with clients. It gives you more opportunities to learn from your team, build relationships and get the most from working together.

What you get in return

• Our benefits are designed to support your life in and outside of work.
• Options include additional leave, gym membership and employee discounts.
• Benefits also include pension, health and wellbeing support and a range of protection benefits.

Salary

• £30,000 - £32,000 per annum depending on location

Before you go

Wherever you join BDO, you’ll have the chance to learn by doing, work with clients and build your career with people around you to support your development.

The opportunity to build your experience, confidence and career without having to do it alone.

Is it for you? To apply, you’ll need:

• 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). Please note: we do not use UCAS points. You’ll be asked to provide evidence if you’re successful in securing an offer
• GCSEs at grade 4 and above in Maths and English, or Scottish National 5 grade A-C. You’ll also need to provide evidence if successful
• Commitment to balance study and professional work
• The right to work in the UK (we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for these roles as they do not meet the current minimum salary requirements for sponsorship set by the Home Office. Applications from candidates who have their own legal right to work within the UK must cover the duration of their 3‑year training contract and employment)

How the interview process will go

We want you to know what to expect, so here’s the typical process:

• Online application form.
• Online assessments.
• Video interview.
• Virtual assessment centre.
• Final interview in person.

We’ll keep you updated at each stage and share tips to help you prepare. And just so you know: we don’t use AI in any part of our candidate screening process. Every application is reviewed by a real person.

Closing date for applications is Sunday 15th November 2026