Personal Tax Trainee — Flexible, ATT/CTA Path

Saffery; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Profit-sharing scheme (~ £1,000/year)

Generous annual leave

Flexible work arrangements

Contributory pension 5% salary match

Job summary

Saffery invites applications for a three-year trainee programme in Personal Tax, supported by structured study towards the ATT/CTA pathway. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds with strong academic foundations and a willingness to learn, offering a clear path to professional qualification.

You’ll develop expertise through on-the-job learning, mentorship, and access to high-quality tuition. The firm promotes an inclusive culture and substantial support for your growth and exam success.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 120 UCAS points from your top 3 A Levels or Highers (or equivalent).
• A minimum of 6 (or B) in GCSE or National 5 Maths and English Language (or equivalent).
• We welcome applications from candidates who are AAT qualified. If you have completed AAT studies (up to Level 4) in place of A Levels or Highers, please detail this under the A Level, Scottish Highers (or equivalent) qualifications section on your application form.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tax returns, computations and other 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 a variety of industries and sectors.
• Contribute to delivering accurate, practical solutions that help clients meet their tax obligations and achieve their goals.
• Work on specialist personal tax planning projects.

Education

UCAS points 120

AAT Level 4

GCSE Maths & English (6/B)

Job description

Saffery invites applications for a three-year trainee programme in Personal Tax, supported by structured study towards the ATT/CTA pathway. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds with strong academic foundations and a willingness to learn, offering a clear path to professional qualification.

You’ll develop expertise through on-the-job learning, mentorship, and access to high-quality tuition. The firm promotes an inclusive culture and substantial support for your growth and exam success.