Tax Associate

Michael Page; Walsall; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected accountancy and advisory practice in Walsall is seeking a Tax Associate to support complex tax advisory projects across personal, corporate, and trust taxation. The role involves assisting with research-led advisory projects and preparing client documentation. Ideal candidates will be ATT or CTA qualified, have a solid grounding in UK taxation, and possess strong communication skills. The package includes a competitive salary between £27,000 and £32,000, along with structured training and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Structured training and professional development

Supportive environment with ongoing technical training

Clear pathway towards Senior Tax Associate or Assistant Manager level

Qualifications

• Experience supporting advisory work, technical research, or complex tax compliance.
• Experience within a regional or mid-tier practice (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Supporting tax advisory projects such as business restructures and company sales.
• Assisting with EIS/SEIS relief claims and share incentive schemes.
• Contributing to inheritance tax planning and family wealth structuring.
• Preparing client correspondence and legal/tax documentation.

Skills

Strong grounding in UK personal and business taxation

Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage workloads effectively and meet project deadlines

Proactive approach to learning and staying up to date with tax legislation

Education

ATT or CTA qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience

Tools

CCH TaxCalc

Job description

This role supports the delivery of complex and high-quality tax advisory work across personal, corporate, and trust taxation. The Tax Associate will assist with research-led advisory projects, preparation of technical documentation, and client-facing deliverables while working closely with senior tax professionals on varied and interesting assignments.

Client Details

Our client is a respected, independent accountancy and advisory practice with a strong reputation for providing high-quality, partner-led tax advice. The firm works closely with individuals, families, trusts, and owner-managed businesses, offering tailored solutions across a broad range of personal and business tax matters. Known for its technical depth and collaborative culture, the firm places a strong emphasis on professional development, knowledge sharing, and long-term career progression.

Description

• Supporting tax advisory projects such as business restructures, share reorganisations, company sales, and shareholder transactions
• Assisting with EIS/SEIS relief claims, share incentive schemes, and annual compliance requirements
• Contributing to inheritance tax planning, succession planning, and family wealth structuring
• Supporting advisory work involving domicile, residence, and cross-border tax issues
• Assisting with trusts, including trust compliance and Trust Registration Service matters
• Preparing client correspondence, internal memoranda, and legal/tax documentation

Profile

• ATT or CTA qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience
• Strong grounding in UK personal and business taxation
• Experience supporting advisory work, technical research, or complex tax compliance
• Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage workloads effectively and meet project deadlines
• Comfortable working collaboratively across departments and with clients
• A proactive approach to learning and staying up to date with tax legislation
• Experience within a regional or mid-tier practice (desirable)
• Familiarity with tax software such as CCH TaxCalc (advantageous)

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £27,000 to £32,000.
• Structured training and professional development tailored to your career path.
• The firm offers a supportive environment with ongoing technical training, structured CPD, and exposure to complex advisory work.
• Strong performance in this role provides a clear pathway toward Senior Tax Associate or Assistant Manager (Advisory) level.