Personal Tax Trainee (ATT/CTA Pathway)

Saffery Champness; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing scheme

Generous annual leave

Contributory pension plan

Job summary

We are excited to invite school leavers to join Saffery Champness in Bournemouth as Personal Tax Trainee (ATT/CTA) starting September 2027. You’ll start a three-year-plus development programme with Kaplan, combining professional study and on‑the‑job learning.

No prior experience required, with strong support for qualification progression in a friendly, inclusive culture. Your growth will be supported by mentors, regular training, and exposure to both UK and offshore private-client work.

Qualifications

• 120 UCAS points from top 3 A Levels/Highers (or equivalent).
• GCSE Maths and English Language at grade 6/B or higher.
• AAT studies accepted in place of A Levels/Highers; detail on application form.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tax returns, computations and compliance filings for clients.
• Work with financial data to support reporting and analysis.
• Use specialist software and systems to deliver tax work.
• Carry out research and support advisory work for client projects.
• Prepare reports and documentation for review by senior colleagues.
• Build relationships with clients and colleagues across sectors.
• Contribute to delivering accurate tax solutions to meet client goals.
• Work on personal tax planning projects.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

UCAS points target

GCSE Maths & English (Grade 6/B or higher)

AAT option

Job description

We are excited to invite school leavers to join Saffery Champness in Bournemouth as Personal Tax Trainee (ATT/CTA) starting September 2027. You’ll start a three-year-plus development programme with Kaplan, combining professional study and on‑the‑job learning.

No prior experience required, with strong support for qualification progression in a friendly, inclusive culture. Your growth will be supported by mentors, regular training, and exposure to both UK and offshore private-client work.