Tax Trainee – ACA/CTA or ATT/CTA (School Leaver)

Saffery Champness; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing scheme

Generous annual leave

Contributory pension plan

Job summary

Saffery Champness in London offers a School Leaver Tax Trainee role starting January 2027. You’ll study toward ACA/CTA or ATT/CTA with a three-year training contract and full support including tuition centres and on‑the‑job learning.

You’ll join Corporate Tax or Employment Tax, handling returns, data analysis and client projects while gaining practical experience with mentorship. Kaplan-aligned six-week business simulation forms part of the programme.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 120 UCAS points from your top 3 A Levels (excluding General Studies and AS Levels).
• A minimum of 6 (or B) in GCSE Maths and English Language (or equivalent).
• We welcome applications from candidates who are AAT qualified. If you have completed AAT studies (up to Level 4) in place of Highers or A Levels, please detail this on your application form.

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 a variety of industries and sectors.
• Contribute to delivering accurate, practical solutions that help clients meet their tax obligations and achieve their goals.

Education

AAT Level 4

UCAS 120 points (top 3 A Levels)

Job description

Saffery Champness in London offers a School Leaver Tax Trainee role starting January 2027. You’ll study toward ACA/CTA or ATT/CTA with a three-year training contract and full support including tuition centres and on‑the‑job learning.

You’ll join Corporate Tax or Employment Tax, handling returns, data analysis and client projects while gaining practical experience with mentorship. Kaplan-aligned six-week business simulation forms part of the programme.