Tax Assistant

ENGINEERINGUK; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm is seeking a Tax Assistant for their Sheffield office. This role involves providing administrative support and assisting with tax return preparation in a collaborative team environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills and an undergraduate degree in a relevant field. The firm values diversity and offers flexible working arrangements, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible pension schemes

Two paid volunteering days annually

Westfield Health membership

Qualifications

• Experience in a tax/finance/accounts assistant role.
• Previous experience as a tax assistant in a law firm.

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative support and assisting with tax return preparation.
• Working closely with lawyers to assist clients with tax compliance.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Tax, Finance, or Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

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View more categories | View less categories | Sector: Banking and Financial Services, Finance and Accounts | Role: Assistant | Contract Type: Permanent | Hours: Full Time

About the Firm

We're a national law firm with a local reach. Our philosophy is 'we're legal and financial experts that care'—something reflected in how we work with clients and support our teams. We foster a friendly and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued for who they are and what they bring.

We support our colleagues to work in ways that suit them and our clients, the business, and regulators. For more information, please contact our Recruitment and Onboarding team.

Position: Tax Assistant

Location: Sheffield

Our Team

The Tax, Trust & Compliance team handles a wide range of work, working closely with lawyers to assist clients with tax compliance.

Your Role

As a Tax Assistant, your responsibilities will include providing administrative support and assisting with tax return preparation within our Sheffield office. This is a great opportunity to learn from experienced professionals in a friendly team environment.

About You

We are seeking a motivated individual with excellent analytical skills, ambition, and a proactive attitude. The ideal candidate will have:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Experience in a tax/finance/accounts assistant role
• Ability to work well independently and in a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• An undergraduate degree in tax, finance, or business (desirable)
• Previous experience as a tax assistant in a law firm (desirable)

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays; option to buy additional holiday
• Flexible pension schemes
• Two paid volunteering days annually
• Westfield Health membership and access to digital GP services

We promote well-being and offer flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance. Our firm has been ranked in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing 2024.

Our Values and Commitments

We are dedicated to diversity, inclusion, social responsibility, and environmental sustainability. Our initiatives include various networks and programs supporting our people, community, and environment.

Additional Information

All successful applicants will undergo employment screening, including eligibility to work in the UK, criminal background checks, and financial checks, in accordance with data protection laws.

Irwin Mitchell LLP is an equal opportunity employer.

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