Join Saffery as a School Leaver Personal Tax Trainee studying towards the ATT/CTA tax pathway qualification. You'll assist with tax returns, computations and compliance filings for high net worth private clients with UK and offshore interests, property owners, business owners, partnerships and trusts. Work with financial and client data, use specialist software, conduct technical research, prepare reports and documentation, build client relationships, and contribute to delivering accurate tax solutions. The role includes a structured development programme combining professional study with on-the-job learning, mentorship, and a six-week business simulation designed to build professional skills such as teamwork, decision-making and leadership.

Three years and three months training contract with full support and access to first-class tuition centres. Structured development programme combining professional study with on-the-job learning. Bespoke School Leaver Programme developed with Kaplan includes a six-week business simulation building professional skills. Mentorship, structured training, off-site trainee programmes and regular social events provided throughout.

Competitive salary, profit-sharing scheme (approximately £1,000 per year), generous annual leave with flexible work arrangements, contributory pension plan (5% salary match), buddy scheme and/or line manager support, agile working policy (up to three days working from home), health assessments, GP access, cancer screenings, mental health and wellbeing resources, mentorship and career progression opportunities, participation in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion programme, volunteer opportunities with People networks including Accessibility, Cultural Heritage, Faith, LGBTQ+, Social Mobility and Gender Equality. Travel expense reimbursement provided for in-person interviews.

Saffery is a partner-led and people-focused firm of chartered accountants, tax and business advisers established in 1855. They build long-term relationships with diverse, high-profile clients across varied and specialised sectors. As a proud member of Nexia, a worldwide network of trusted member firms, they provide access to local insight on a global scale. They pride themselves on an informal and inclusive culture where people can be themselves and enjoy challenging, rewarding careers.