Tax - Transfer Pricing Graduate Trainee - London - 1 September 2026

MAZARS UK; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm is seeking a Tax - Transfer Pricing Graduate Trainee for a three-year training program in London. The role involves working with multinational clients, preparing compliance and advisory documentation, and applying tax guidelines. Applicants should have a strong academic background, a commitment to learning, and excellent time management skills. The position offers a comprehensive training experience and the opportunity to work with a diverse and inclusive team.

Benefits

Fully funded professional qualification (ACA/CTA)

Coaching and mentorship

Flexible working environment

Qualifications

• On track or have obtained an undergraduate degree.
• Commitment to self-development and learning.
• Strong sense of ownership of duties.

Responsibilities

• Attend meetings with multinational clients and document analyses.
• Prepare requirements from advisory to compliance and audit reviews.
• Understand and apply OECD Guidelines.

Skills

Curiosity to learn

Critical thinking

Time management

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree

Job description

Overview

Tax - Transfer Pricing Graduate Trainee - London - 1 September 2026 (5396)

Forvis Mazars: who are we?

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the UK and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future. You\'ll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you\'re supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one. You\'ll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow, belong and impact.

Tax at Forvis Mazars

At Forvis Mazars, we\'re dedicated to helping you build a rewarding career. We value your expertise, experience, and ambition, encouraging you to bring your ideas and creativity to our national tax team.

About the Transfer Pricing team

You will be joining our ever-evolving national transfer pricing team. Our team prides itself for being friendly, multicultural, supportive and dynamic with a focus on individual growth, learning and development in a collegial environment. Our clients range from listed multinationals, large entrepreneurial businesses, domestic owner managed businesses and clients across multiple sectors.

Hear from one of our trainees, Harvey:

My journey as a school leaver apprentice has been eye-opening and an experience at Forvis Mazars that has enabled me to learn and grow confidently and gain invaluable knowledge within Tax. The combination of on the job learning, as well as studying for both an accounting and tax qualification, has led to my development increasing faster than I could of ever imagined when I first joined.

Every story is different at Forvis Mazars. Our people have amazing, personal experiences so the best way to learn about life here is to hear it first hand, click here to hear their stories.

About the role

As a graduate trainee here\'s what will await you during your three-year training contract:

The role of an International Tax & Transfer Pricing Trainee is to work with members of the international tax & transfer pricing team on the transfer pricing and international tax aspects of the client portfolio. Duties will include the following but not limited to:

• Attending meetings with multinational clients with the transfer pricing team members, documenting functional analyses interview notes and preparing functional analyses reports;
• Preparation of deliverables from advisory to compliance and audit reviews; and
• Understanding and assisting with the project management and administrative aspects.
• You will be provided an opportunity to work with colleagues across the firm, both in the UK and internationally during your time on our graduate programme, resulting in a broad understanding of the services we can offer our clients

During your first two years you will:

• Understand and apply the OECD Guidelines from 2022;
• Recognise the nuances from HMRC guidance for Transfer Pricing;
• Prepare transfer pricing master and local files, transfer pricing planning analyses and other deliverables as required;
• Prepare benchmarking analyses including the analysis of financial data;
• Prepare transfer pricing audit memorandums;
• Work on complex international tax compliance projects; and
• Liaise with colleagues from other departments and clients whilst building good communication with both.

By the end of your third year you will:

• Work on a range of different International Tax & Transfer Pricing advisory and compliance engagements covering a range of technical areas.
• Develop a strong technical knowledge of the UK transfer pricing legislation.
• Coach and lead more junior team members on advisory engagements.
• Work directly with our clients and begin developing relationships with those clients to deliver on repeat engagements.
• Begin to manage engagements, including planning, budgeting and project managing different service lines.
• Develop a strong understanding of our control and risk management procedure.
• You\'re joining us as a permanent employee, so the three years is only the beginning of your exceptional career journey.

Who we\'re looking for

• On track or have obtained an undergraduate degree. Strong academic performance is important; however, we understand that things don\'t always go to plan. Our recruitment process looks at your whole self – academic achievements as well as other experiences in which you have grown and developed. You can read about our approach to academics in our FAQs.
• Deep curiosity to learn new things and is naturally inquisitive;
• The ability to think critically solve problems and share knowledge with others;
• A commitment to self-development and learning;
• Strong sense of ownership of duties and high levels of responsibility to deliver on promises;
• Always looks to try their best in all they do and always looking for ways to improve;
• Enjoys meeting and engaging with new people with an underlying respect for individuals, diversity, and integrity;
• Works well under pressure and have a positive \u2018can-do\u2019 attitude if faced with challenging situations;
• Excellent time management skills;
• A willingness to travel and adhere to our flexible working environment.

Learning and development

Fully funded professional qualification for this role: ACA/CTA

Our supportive culture includes coaching, mentorship, and one-on-one guidance to help you grow, belong and make an impact. In addition to funding qualifications, we provide time off to study, and a blended training approach including in person and virtual learning. You will be allocated a buddy before joining who will support you to settle into the team and navigate your first year at Forvis Mazars.

You will also receive comprehensive quality training and development to grow in your professional career; this includes development in professional excellence, client excellence, digital excellence, and technical excellence. Our goal is to support you in reaching your full potential and become a standout talent. To understand more read our FAQs.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At Forvis Mazars diversity, equity and inclusion are central to our values. We value our people\'s unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experience, and know this diversity create better outcomes for our clients. At Forvis Mazars, we promote an environment in which you can grow your skills, belong to a team that values your ideas, and make an impact that matters.

Next steps

Roles will be closed as soon as we find the right people, so to avoid disappointment we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Please note the start date is 1 September 2026. If you are an international applicant and/or require a visa please view our FAQs before applying to be aware of deadlines and important information you need to know before applying.