Personal Tax Trainee: School Leaver to ATT/CTA

Saffery Champness; Peterborough; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing scheme

Generous annual leave

Contributory pension plan (5% match)

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Saffery Champness in Peterborough is seeking a School Leaver Personal Tax Trainee (ATT/CTA) starting September 2027. The role offers structured study towards ATT/CTA with on-the-job learning and high‑quality tuition support as part of a bespoke programme.

You’ll join a team delivering tax compliance and advisory services to high net worth private clients, with strong progression towards professional qualification and a clear development path within a supportive, inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 120 UCAS points from top 3 A Levels/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 and may have completed AAT studies up to Level 4.

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 various industries.
• Contribute to delivering accurate, practical solutions that help clients meet their tax obligations.
• Work on specialist personal tax planning projects.

Education

120 UCAS points (top 3 A Levels/Highers)

AAT Level 4

Job description

Saffery Champness in Peterborough is seeking a School Leaver Personal Tax Trainee (ATT/CTA) starting September 2027. The role offers structured study towards ATT/CTA with on-the-job learning and high‑quality tuition support as part of a bespoke programme.

You’ll join a team delivering tax compliance and advisory services to high net worth private clients, with strong progression towards professional qualification and a clear development path within a supportive, inclusive culture.