Graduate Personal Tax Trainee - ATT/CTA Track

Saffery; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Profit-sharing scheme

Generous annual leave

Contributory pension

Job summary

Saffery, a long-standing chartered accountancy and tax firm, invites applications for a trainee role supporting personal tax along the ATT/CTA pathway. The programme combines study with on-the-job learning and offers exposure to a wide client base.

We welcome graduates or career changers with a collaborative culture and strong development focus. Applications open for 2026 intake in Leeds, with comprehensive mentorship and off-site training.

Qualifications

• 2:1 undergraduate degree (expected or obtained) in any discipline, from any field.
• A minimum of 120 UCAS points from top 3 A Levels or Highers (or equivalent)
• A minimum of 6 (or B) in GCSE Maths and English Language (or equivalent).
• AAT qualified applicants may apply; if using AAT in place of A Levels, detail this in the application.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tax returns, computations and compliance filings for a range of clients.
• Work with financial and client data to support reporting, analysis and submissions.
• Use specialist software and systems to deliver high-quality tax work.
• Carry out technical research and support client projects, queries and advisory work.
• Prepare reports, calculations and documentation for review by senior colleagues.
• Build relationships with clients and colleagues while gaining exposure to various industries.
• Contribute to delivering accurate, practical solutions that help clients meet tax obligations.
• Work on specialist personal tax planning projects.

Education

2:1 undergraduate degree (expected or obtained) in any discipline

Job description

Saffery, a long-standing chartered accountancy and tax firm, invites applications for a trainee role supporting personal tax along the ATT/CTA pathway. The programme combines study with on-the-job learning and offers exposure to a wide client base.

We welcome graduates or career changers with a collaborative culture and strong development focus. Applications open for 2026 intake in Leeds, with comprehensive mentorship and off-site training.