Private Client Tax Trainee Programme (School Leaver)

S&W; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded training towards pro­fess

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Pension contribution

Generous holiday package

Cycle to work scheme

Season ticket loan

Eye care support

Shared parental leave

Job summary

S&W's Private Client Tax team offers a training-focused early career path for motivated individuals. You’ll work with a broad client base, gain exposure to tax planning and compliance, and study for ATT/CTA qualifications with dedicated support and study time.

You’ll start with hands-on tasks, build client relationships, and progressively take on greater ownership while benefiting from comprehensive mentoring and resources.

Qualifications

• Curiosity, eagerness to learn and openness to new challenges.
• Enjoys working with others and building positive relationships.
• Keen eye for detail and enjoys solving problems.
• Proactive and able to contribute positively to the team.
• Takes ownership of their development and aims to achieve the ATT/CTA pathway.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with clients and third parties to obtain information and understand circumstances and objectives.
• Preparing tax returns and repayment claims, ensuring compliance obligations are met on time.
• Helping clients understand upcoming tax liabilities and related matters.
• Assisting with the preparation of client advice, including technical tax research and drafting reports.
• Corresponding with clients, HMRC and other third parties to support high-quality client service.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Curiosity to learn

Education

Level 7 ATT/CTA Tax Pathway

A Levels (112 UCAS points)

GCSE English & Maths (Grade 5+)

Job description

S&W's Private Client Tax team offers a training-focused early career path for motivated individuals. You’ll work with a broad client base, gain exposure to tax planning and compliance, and study for ATT/CTA qualifications with dedicated support and study time.

You’ll start with hands-on tasks, build client relationships, and progressively take on greater ownership while benefiting from comprehensive mentoring and resources.