Early Careers Trainee (Placement - 12 Months)

Sumer; Ledston; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumer invites applications for 12-month Undergraduate Placements in Audit or Tax. Join a friendly team at our Leeds office to gain real-world experience in a leading UK accountancy practice.

After a thorough induction, you’ll contribute from day one, building technical knowledge with strong support and broad client exposure across various sectors. This sandwich year is designed for 2nd-year students seeking hands-on experience before graduation, with potential to return as a Graduate Trainee

Qualifications

• This programme targets individuals in their 2nd year of university seeking a sandwich year.
• GCSE English grade C/5 and GCSE Maths grade B/6 (or equivalent) are required.

Responsibilities

• Gain real-world experience in an established accountancy firm.
• Contribute to client work from day one with support and guidance.
• Rotate between Audit and Tax tracks based on interest and performance.

Skills

Effective communicator

Collaborative

Time efficient

Problem solver

Results focused

Keen to learn

Education

GCSE English C/5

GCSE Maths B/6

Job description

Description

BHP is proud to be part of the Sumer Group, one of the UK’s fastest-growing accountancy practices. Together, we’re creating brighter futures for our people, our clients, and our communities.

We’re now inviting applications for our 12-month Undergraduate Placements in Audit or Tax. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start their career in the field of accounting or business services.

Role Overview

You’ll be joining a friendly, professional team where enthusiasm, curiosity and commitment are valued as highly as experience.

As an Undergraduate Placement student, you’ll spend a year gaining real-world experience in an established and reputable accountancy firm, developing the skills and confidence to help launch your future career.

After an immersive induction alongside our trainee and placement cohort, you’ll quickly become part of the team, contributing to client work from day one. As your technical knowledge develops, you’ll take on meaningful responsibilities with plenty of support and guidance. Our clients span manufacturing, retail, tech, charities, healthcare and more, giving you breadth and early responsibility.

Whether you’re exploring a career in Audit or Tax, this is your chance to gain practical insight before you graduate - with opportunities to return as a Graduate Trainee if you perform well during your placement.

About You

This programme is specifically designed for individuals currently in their 2nd year of university, looking to complete a sandwich year as part of their degree.

To apply, you’ll need a strong academic history, including a minimum of a Grade C/5 in English and B/6 in Maths at GCSE level (or equivalent).

• An effective communicator – confident in listening and expressing ideas clearly with clients and colleagues.
• Collaborative – a team player who enjoys sharing ideas and working together to achieve great results.
• Time efficient – able to balance work and study with good organisation and prioritisation.
• A problem solver – curious, adaptable and ready to take on challenges.
• Results focused – proud to deliver a high standard of work and service.
• Keen to learn – enthusiastic about developing your skills and career.

The Process

Our application process is designed to help you show your best self:

• Application Review
• Online testing (behavioural, numerical and comprehension)
• Assessment Centre & Individual Interview
• Offer

Key Dates

• Advert closes: 27th October
• Online tests to be sent out to shortlisted candidates: 29th October
• Deadline for completing online tests: 5th November
• Assessment Centres: Our assessment centres will take place as follows:
  • 16th and 17th November at our Sheffield office (applicants for Chesterfield & Sheffield)
  • 19th November at our Leeds office (applicants for Cleckheaton, Leeds & York)

Key Details

• Location: 1st Floor, Mayesbrook House, Lawnswood Business Park, Redvers Close, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS16 6QY
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Start Date: September 2027

Belong @ Sumer

At Sumer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment, not just as buzzwords, but as the heartbeat of our team. Our recruitment practices reflect this commitment, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds. We prioritise creating an environment where every candidate feels respected and supported throughout the hiring process.

Everyone is unique and we understand that each individual may have distinct needs to showcase their best selves during interviews. Our commitment is to offer personalised support for all candidates. Let our team know how we can bring out your fullest potential.

Our Values

• WE SHINE TOGETHER – We celebrate everyone’s individuality and work as one team.
• WE DO THE RIGHT THING – We act with kindness, fairness and integrity in everything we do.
• WE MAKE IT COUNT – We’re quietly brave as we make a difference, every day, for our clients and communities.