by Angela Wood | Jul 24, 2025 | Job Vacancy
Apprentice Tax Adviser (36 months)
Salary: National living wage
Start Date: From 15th Sept (or convenient date to be mutually agreed thereafter)
Location: Office Based, Altrincham, WA14 4DW
We are looking for a school leaver, a graduate, or a career-changer who is serious about building a long-term career in tax.
As a Tax Apprentice, you will be enrolled on the Level 7 ATT-CTA Pathway, gaining hands-on experience while studying towards your Association of Taxation Technicians (ATT) qualifications followed by the Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) exams.
You’ll work closely with experienced tax professionals, developing technical expertise and practical experience through real client work from day one.
You’re likely to enjoy this role if you:
- Have a natural curiosity and enjoy asking questions
- Like solving problems and finding practical solutions
- Are interested in the law and how it gets applied
- Pay close attention to detail
- Are confident undertaking technical research
- Enjoy writing and can adapt your tone to different audiences
- Enjoy building relationships with colleagues and clients
- Are determined, focused, and don’t give up when something’s difficult
- Take a genuine interest in business and commercial decision-making
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting senior tax advisors in delivering tax planning and advisory reports
- Assisting with the preparation of tax returns for individuals with complex tax needs
- Researching tax legislation and case law to provide technical support to more senior team members and clients
- Communicating regularly with clients and keeping them informed of progress
- Helping produce content for our website and social media accounts
- Starting to build strong professional relationships
We’re particularly suited to people who share our values:
- Committed – to getting things done when you say you will, as well as keeping clients and colleagues informed of your progress
- Adaptable – flexible in your thinking, your approach to work and the way you communicate with others
- Resourceful – keen to learn and improve, and find solutions to problems
- Excellent – always striving for your best and being proud of the quality of your work
What We’re Looking For:
- A strong academic background (at least A-levels or equivalent)
- A genuine interest in tax
- Motivation to gain professional qualifications
- Strong analytical skills
- Good numerical skills
- Clear and confident communicator
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a small team
- Eagerness to learn and develop in a fast-paced environment
What We Offer:
- Full sponsorship and support towards the Level 7 ATT-CTA qualifications
- A structured training programme blending practical work with study
- Early responsibility and exposure to a wide range of tax matters
- Mentoring from experienced tax professionals
- Clear career progression opportunities after qualification
This is an excellent opportunity to develop a technically strong foundation in tax while contributing meaningfully from day one. If that sounds like the right environment for you, we’d be pleased to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to careers@etctax.co.uk
Start your journey to becoming a Chartered Tax Adviser with us today!
by ETC Tax Experts | May 7, 2017 | Job Vacancy
Tax Advisor Consultant
Lymm, Cheshire
£30-£45k per annum(depending on experience)
Enterprise Tax Consultants (ETC) are a specialist tax consultancy, with offices in Cheshire and London. We don’t provide tax compliance services and neither are we accountants. Tax advice is what we’re all about.
We are a dynamic, forward thinking firm, which offers real potential for the right individuals to become a part of the future of the business. If you are looking to move away from the corporate lifestyle and politics of large or mid-tier firms, we’re confident we can offer you a fresh perspective.
This is a purely tax advisory role. You will work alongside the directors and associate directors, with the support of other fee earners, advising a diverse client base on their complex tax affairs. In addition, you will take an active role in business development, as well as being involved in other networking and client events.
You should be CTA qualified, with at least 3 years’ experience, probably gained in a large or mid-tier accountancy firm. You should have direct experience of advising SMEs, OMBs; and/or private clients (including HNWI and entrepreneurs), whether with a personal or corporate tax focus.
You will be able to demonstrate an appetite for learning and a willingness to take on a variety of technical challenges.
Excellent client facing and communication skills are essential, as is the ability to write clearly and concisely. Whilst sound technical experience is a pre-requisite, the right attitude and outlook is equally as important. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate drive and ambition to succeed, commitment to good client service, and a proactive and enthusiastic ‘can do’ attitude.
Advising both professional services clients and private clients in relation to their clients/their own complex tax affairs;
- Responsibility for client relationships;
- Attending client meetings;
- Producing technical reports and proposals;
- Producing blogs and content for newsletters;
- Attending networking events and seminars
To apply please email your CV and covering letter to info@etctax.co.uk.
by ETC Tax Experts | May 7, 2017 | Job Vacancy
(Full or part time/flexible)
Lymm, Cheshire
£30-£45k per annum(depending on experience)
Enterprise Tax Consultants (ETC) are a specialist tax consultancy, with offices in Cheshire and London. We don’t provide tax compliance services and neither are we accountants. Tax advice is what we’re all about.
We are a dynamic, forward thinking firm, which offers real potential for the right individuals to become a part of the future of the business. If you are looking to move away from the corporate lifestyle and politics of large or mid-tier firms, we’re confident we can offer you a fresh perspective.
You will be responsible for identifying opportunities to promote and grow the ETC brand through a variety of medium, as well as in direct contact with prospective clients. The role will also involve promoting the firm online via webinars, newsletters, blogs and social media.You will have a good understanding of tax and will likely be ATT or CTA qualified; although other tax qualifications will be considered.
You will be able to demonstrate previous business development experience, although, this experience does not necessarily have to have been gained in a specific BD role. However, the ability to think on your feet, and to be proactive in finding and developing new business.
Finally, as well as a solid understanding of tax, the right candidate will have excellent communication skills, and a high standard of written English; but, above all else, a positive and proactive attitude is the key to long-term success in this role.
- Identifying opportunities for BD within target markets, as well as professional networks and the wider business community;
- Identifying prospective clients and generating new leads;
- Meeting with prospective and existing professional clients to promote ETC;
- Taking the lead in marketing campaigns and events;
- Assisting the Technical Director in producing material for webinars, seminars, blogs, newsletters and the company website;
- Evaluating and reporting on the effectiveness of business development and marketing activities;
- Representing the firm at local and national business networking events, seminars and exhibitions, as appropriate.
To apply please email your CV and covering letter to info@etctax.co.uk.
