Group UK Tax Graduate Programme 2026

Vodafone Limited; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A global telecommunications firm in the UK is offering a Tax Graduate Programme that provides hands-on experience across various tax functions, including compliance and advisory services. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background, an interest in tax, and a relevant degree. This role offers a starting salary of £32,000 and a sign-on bonus, along with generous holiday and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

£1,000 sign-on bonus

28 days paid holiday plus additional volunteer days

Flexible benefits including gym memberships and travel loans

Full sponsorship for CIMA qualification

Discounts on Vodafone devices and services

Qualifications

• Achieved or predicted 2:1 degree in a related field.
• At least ABB at A-level with an A in mathematics.
• Interest in working in tax as evidenced in CV/cover letter.

Responsibilities

• Use analytical skills to support data-driven solutions.
• Provide senior leaders with tax guidance and expertise.
• Rotate across teams for diverse tax functions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Understanding of financial principles

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Data, or Science

Job description

Overview

Vodafone’s Tax Graduate Programme offers an opportunity to develop a breadth of skills and build a foundation for a career in tax. You’ll join a global team that uses data and technology to ensure compliance and reporting, support business decisions, and advise on tax considerations in M&A and transformation initiatives. You’ll be part of a diverse community with opportunities to grow your skills, contribute to the business, and make a positive impact.

Responsibilities

• Leverage Analytical Expertise: Use analytical and technology skills to uncover business insights and support data-driven solutions for compliance, reporting, and commercial advisory services.
• Strategic Partnering: Work with teams across the business, providing senior leaders with tax guidance and expertise to help them succeed.
• Explore a Range of Tax Roles: Gain hands-on experience across a variety of tax functions to discover areas of strength while developing versatile, transferable skills.
• You’ll rotate across teams including: M&A and structuring tax; Tax advisory; Tax compliance; Tax controversy; Tax reporting; Tax technology; Transfer pricing; VAT.

Qualifications

• A 2:1 in your chosen degree (achieved or predicted). Preferable degrees with an analytical, numeric or data focus, including Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Data, or Science.
• Recently graduated – a bachelor’s or master’s obtained or to be obtained between June 2024 and August 2026.
• At least ABB at A-level with an A in mathematics.
• You must have the right to work for the full programme duration and Vodafone does not accept the Graduate Route Visa.
• You must have an interest in working in tax as evidenced by your CV and/or cover letter.

Benefits and Additional Information

• £32,000 salary plus an annual performance bonus
• £1,000 sign-on bonus
• 28 days of paid holiday + 5 days to volunteer for causes you care about
• Three 'Spirit' days per year for learning and development
• Discounts on Vodafone devices, broadband, and more
• Flexible benefits – gym memberships, travel loans, and more
• Investment in your future through sponsorship of your CIMA (FLP pathway) and/or tax qualification. Vodafone will fully sponsor your CIMA qualification during the three-year programme.

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