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School Leaver Corporate Tax Trainee (ACA/CTA) - Bristol - September 2027

Saffery
Location
Bristol
Salary
Competitive
Duration
4.5 years
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Level 7
Start date
1 September 2027
Application deadline
4 October 2026
Minimum grades
120 UCAS points from top 3 A Levels or Highers (or equivalent), GCSE/National 5 Maths and English Language grade 6/B or equivalent

About the role

Join Saffery as a School Leaver Corporate Tax Trainee, studying towards the ACA/CTA joint qualification. You'll assist with tax returns, computations and compliance filings for a range of clients, work with financial data, use specialist software, carry out technical research, and prepare reports and documentation. You'll build relationships with clients and colleagues while gaining exposure to various industries and sectors.

Requirements

A minimum of 120 UCAS points from top 3 A Levels or Highers (excluding General Studies and AS Levels), or equivalent. A minimum of grade 6 (or B) in GCSE or National 5 Maths and English Language, or equivalent. AAT qualifications welcomed. No prior relevant work experience required.

Skills

Tax complianceFinancial analysisTechnical researchReport writingClient relationshipsTeamworkDecision-makingLeadership

Required qualifications

Essential
A Level · Any · Grade UCAS 120 points from top 3
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade 6
Essential
GCSE · English Language · Grade 6
Desired
AAT · Any · Grade Level 4

Training & development

Four and a half year training contract combining professional study with on-the-job learning. Includes a six-week business simulation (Kaplan-developed) building key professional skills such as teamwork, decision-making and leadership. Full support and access to first-class tuition centres. Structured development programme with mentorship, structured training, off-site trainee programmes and regular social events.

Company benefits

Competitive salary, profit-sharing scheme (approx. £1,000 per year), generous annual leave and flexible work arrangements, contributory pension plan (5% salary match), buddy scheme and/or line manager support, agile working policy (up to 3 days working from home, up to 4 days in office during first few months), health assessments and GP access, cancer screenings, mental health and wellbeing resources, mentorship and career progression opportunities, participation in ED&I programme, volunteer opportunities with People networks.

Things to consider

Early applications encouraged as roles may close early due to high demand. If applying, only one programme can be applied to per recruitment season. Extenuating circumstances should be reported to EarlyCareersTalent@saffery.com before submission. Travel expenses reimbursed for in-person interviews. Recommend not booking annual leave around expected start date to avoid missing training and onboarding.

About Saffery

Saffery is a partner-led and people-focused firm of chartered accountants, tax and business advisers. Since 1855, they've built long-term relationships with diverse, high-profile clients across varied and specialised sectors. They are a proud member of Nexia, a worldwide network of trusted member firms. Known for their informal and inclusive culture.
Contact email
EarlyCareersTalent@saffery.com
If this one works out

This role is in Bristol. If you'd be moving for it, a room in a shared house there typically runs £650–£900 a month.

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