Tax Trainee - 2027 Intake

Grant Thornton Channel Islands; Saint Helier; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully-funded professionalqualification

Paid study leave

Job summary

Grant Thornton Channel Islands seeks a Tax Trainee for the 2027 intake in Jersey. You’ll support tax engagements, build client relationships, and gain exposure to a broad range of tax matters from day one, while pursuing a funded professional qualification.

You’ll join a team that values curiosity, analytical thinking, and proactive growth, with structured study leave and tuition support.

Qualifications

• Curiosity for digital tools and data with a proactive approach.
• Strong planning and time management to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with a range of clients, build relationships and develop tax expertise.
• Assist in preparing supporting schedules and analyse documents thoroughly.
• Check assessments, statements of account and surcharge notices for accuracy.
• Work hands-on from day one: research technical positions and apply tax rules.
• Develop understanding of the firm’s services and client base for growth.
• Act as an ambassador, promoting the firm and supporting new business opportunities.
• Understand how businesses structure their affairs and how tax influences decisions.

Skills

Digital tools

Planning

Attention to detail

Communication

Analytical

Growth mindset

Time management

Education

School leaver: 112 UCAS points or equivalent

Graduate: Degree (2:1 or above) or equivalent

Job description

Tax Trainee - 2027 Intake

Department: Tax

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Jersey

Description

Purpose:
Tax is about helping people and organisations navigate one of the most complex legislative landscapes. As a tax professional, you'll advise on the application of the law, identify risks and pursue opportunities, and make sure your client remains compliant. You'll gain real exposure to a wide range of clients, building a broad knowledge base across the service line.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

• Work with a variety of clients, from household names to innovative start-ups. Build strong client relationships, understand how each business and their owners operate and develop your technical expertise in tax
• Assists in preparation of supporting schedules by analysing backing documentation in a complete and thorough manner.
• Responsible for the checking of assessments, statements of account and surcharge notices for accuracy and highlighting any anomalies.
• Work hands-on from day one: digging into real client data, researching technical positions, and working out the right answer under current tax rules.
• Develops an understanding of the firm’s products and services and the client base to ensure client retention and growth.
• Acts as an ambassador of the firm, building relationships and promoting the firm at every opportunity to facilitate new business opportunities.
• Understand how businesses and their owners really do business - exploring how they structure their affairs and how tax shapes decisions around investment, people, strategy, risk, and growth.

Skills:

• Curiosity for digital tools and data, and a drive to find smarter solutions early on.
• Possesses excellent planning, organisational and time management skills.
• Critical thinking, sound judgement, and attention to detail from your first live piece of work.
• Has attention to detail to ensure that the quality of work will meet the required ethical and professional standards.
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines coupled with a flexible attitude and a proactive approach to work.
• Genuine interest in our clients' businesses and an eye for spotting opportunities to add value, from the start.
• Analytical with the ability to analyse data from a variety of different sources.
• Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills and has the confidence to deal with people at all levels.
• Taking ownership of your growth and seeking out opportunities rather than waiting for them to come to you.
• We've got a flexible approach to academic entry requirements, and we'll consider these alongside your strengths and motivations. We typically look at School leaver: 112 UCAS points or equivalent / Graduate: Degree (2:1 or above) or equivalent.

What investing in talent actually looks like:

• A fully-funded professional qualification, including paid study leave, expert tuition, and all course fees covered
• Access to the latest leading AI tools and digital solutions from day one, building skills that will shape the future of your career
• Meaningful client interaction - understanding how businesses operate and driving results which matter
• Access to additional opportunities as you reach your potential - from working with our Senior Leadership Team to shaping new initiatives
• Business Development responsibilities before you even qualify. Hands-on opportunities to win work and support our growth ambitions