Tax & Law
Tax - Apprenticeship
KPMG
Location
Glasgow
Salary
£25,500 – £28,000 per year
Duration
5 years
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Level 7
Start date
1 January 2027
Vacancy reference
Tax-Apprenticeship-Glasgow-Autumn-2027
Minimum grades
5 GCSEs Grade B or 5+ (including English Language and Maths), 120 UCAS points from top 3 A Levels
Disability Confident
✓ Yes
About the role
Tax offers you the opportunity to work on a variety of high-profile projects whilst building a career that could take many different routes. Part of a team that works collaboratively with clients, you will help them navigate complex tax policy landscapes and stay compliant with regulation, by paying the right tax at the right time. You will also tackle challenges at the heart of client organisations and develop a broad understanding of how businesses operate, whilst you develop valuable technical skills and professional qualifications.
Requirements
5 GCSEs at A* – C or at 4 – 9 (inc. English Language and Maths at Grade B or 5), or for Scotland 5 National 5 qualifications at Grades A – C (inc. English Language and Maths at Grade B or equivalent). 120 UCAS points from your 'top' 3 grades, excluding General Studies under the 2017 tariff point system at A Level (300 UCAS points pre-2017) or at Higher/Advanced Higher Level for Scotland.
Working week
Full Time
Skills
Technical tax knowledgeFinancial analysisClient managementRegulatory complianceBusiness understanding
Required qualifications
Essential
GCSE · English Language · Grade B or 5
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade B or 5
Essential
GCSE · Any · Grade A* – C or 4 – 9
Essential
A Level · Any · Grade 120 UCAS points from top 3
Essential
AAT · Accounting · Grade Level 3 and 4
Essential
Professional Qualification · ACA/CA · Grade Level 7
Training & development
You'll study for an AAT Level 3 and 4 initially, then move to study for the ACA (or CA equivalent in Scotland) providing structured learning through a blend of innovative study – online and in person. The AAT specific element spreads over two years of your training agreement. The Level 7 ACA/CA programme uses innovative technology and is delivered via a blend of online and in-centre classroom courses. Training includes immersive induction, formal training courses, leadership knowledge bites, learning journals, online courses and networking events.
Additional training
Both the AAT and Level 7 programmes are supported by KPMG's dedicated Early Careers Development team and your tuition provider (BPP/ICAS). The blended approach enables you to study at a pace suited to your learning style and continuously apply what you are learning in training to your workplace experience.
Future prospects
You will become technically qualified in tax by passing AAT Level 3 and 4 exams plus the Level 7 ACA/CA Professional Qualification, developing understanding of financial reporting standards, financial analysis and strategy.
Company benefits
Flexible hybrid working including role sharing, flexible start and finish times and home working. Committed to inclusion and diversity. Member of Business Disability Forum with support available for adjustments. Disability Confident Leader scheme with Guaranteed Interview Scheme for experienced professionals. Rich curriculum and learning community with lifetime learning strategy.
Things to consider
If you have started or obtained a degree (or equivalent) in Accountancy or similar field to the professional qualifications provided on the programme, please contact the Student Recruitment team to check your eligibility before making an application.
About KPMG
KPMG is part of a global network of firms providing Audit, Tax & Law, Consulting, and Technology Services to diverse clients. With offices across the UK, they are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all colleagues thrive and reach their full potential.
Website
www.kpmg.co.ukIf this one works out
This role is in Glasgow. If you'd be moving for it, a room in a shared house there typically runs £500–£700 a month.