Tax Trainee: Fast-Track to Leadership & AI Skills

Grant Thornton UK; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £29,000

Fully-funded professionalQualification

Partner sponsor from day one

International exposure

AI tools access

Client interaction opportunities

Job summary

Grant Thornton UK invites school leavers to a unique apprenticeship path in tax, with a market-leading starting salary and a fully funded professional qualification. From day one, you’ll work with a Partner sponsor and gain international exposure while helping clients navigate complex tax rules.

You’ll balance structured learning with real client experience, tackling practical tax challenges, and studying ACA/ICAS/CFAB/ATT/CTA/ACCA/CIMA or DTS.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates curiosity about clients' businesses and adding value.
• Shows interest in digital tools and data to drive smarter solutions.
• Adapts quickly to changing demands and asks insightful questions.
• Exhibits strong problem-solving skills with sound judgement.
• Communicates clearly and collaborates effectively with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Advise on tax rules for a range of clients, from household names to start-ups.
• Work on real client data from day one, researching positions and applying rules.
• Tackle tax challenges and help clients navigate changes with confidence.
• Understand how businesses and owners structure affairs and how tax shapes decisions.
• Study for ACA/ICAS/CFAB/ATT/CTA/ACCA/CIMA or DTS to support career progression.

Skills

Commercial curiosity

Digital explorer mindset

Adaptability

Problem-solving

Collaborative communication

Proactive mindset

Education

Professional qualification pursuit (ACA/ICAS/CFAB/ATT/CTA/ACCA/CIMA or DTS)

Job description

Grant Thornton UK invites school leavers to a unique apprenticeship path in tax, with a market-leading starting salary and a fully funded professional qualification. From day one, you’ll work with a Partner sponsor and gain international exposure while helping clients navigate complex tax rules.

You’ll balance structured learning with real client experience, tackling practical tax challenges, and studying ACA/ICAS/CFAB/ATT/CTA/ACCA/CIMA or DTS.