Tax Consulting BrightStart Higher Apprenticeship
Deloitte
Location
Reading
Salary
Competitive
Degree awarded
Level 6
Start date
1 September 2027
Application deadline
23 October 2026
Vacancy reference
24926
Minimum grades
104 UCAS points minimum from top 3 A-Levels (or 260 if gained before 2017)
About the role
Join our student programme within Tax Consulting and you'll get to work on the tax affairs of many companies across a range of industry sectors. We work with many of the world's largest and most influential businesses, from tech start-ups to public sector bodies; from FTSE 100 and Global 2000 multinational groups to charities. A role with us will involve a mix of reporting and advisory work. One day you could be researching and writing about tax-related topics, the next getting involved in pricing or deals. The diverse nature of our work means you may be advising the manager of a mobility programme or helping a business deal with tax authorities.
Requirements
Minimum of 104 UCAS points (if gained after 2017 – or 260 if before) from your top 3 A-Levels. 10 core skills essential to all Early Careers roles at Deloitte.
Skills
Tax advisoryComplianceTransaction adviceBusiness taxInternational employment taxPayroll strategyProblem-solvingClient management
Required qualifications
Essential
A Level · Any · Grade 104 UCAS points from top 3
Training & development
We want our people to have worldclass practical experience coupled with the technical rigour and knowledge that comes from the right professional qualification. The initial focus will be immersed in client work, working alongside other team members, and learning the practical skills that will set you up for a successful career, supported by internal training and support from coaches, people leaders, and your team.
Additional training
Professional qualification support with options such as joint or accelerated programmes leading to qualifications like Association of Taxation Technicians (ATT), Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA), Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS) or Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA), as well as other more specialist routes focused on tax or technical expertise.
Future prospects
Development into a successful tax consulting career with professional qualifications and practical experience in client work across diverse industry sectors.
Company benefits
Collaborative, inclusive firm with diversity networks and wellbeing support. Flexible working arrangements available for health conditions or caring responsibilities. Parent and carer policies available. Access to Deloitte's rewards and benefits programme.
Things to consider
Salary for this role does not meet the minimum threshold required under the Immigration Rules for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Hybrid working model with a combination of office and home working. Final assessment and induction will be in-person. Client-facing roles may require attendance at client sites on certain days. One application per year policy operates across Early Careers opportunities.
About Deloitte
Deloitte is a collaborative, inclusive firm providing tax advisory, compliance services, and transaction advice to companies and clients worldwide. The Tax Consulting business helps clients understand and manage complex tax matters across business tax, global employer services, and payroll and workforce management functions.
Website
www.deloitte.comIf this one works out
This role is in Reading. If you'd be moving for it, a room in a shared house there typically runs £650–£900 a month.