Tax Graduate Programme - April and September 2026

Are you ready to shape the future with confidence?

Are you at university and thinking about your next steps? Or have you recently graduated and exploring your career options? If so, take a look at our Tax Graduate Programme and work towards a new qualification while gaining invaluable experience.

The opportunity: your next adventure awaits

Get to know yourself through an EY graduate programme

It’s okay to not know everything when it comes to your career, as it’s only just beginning. We’re here to support you! Our graduate programmes enable you to shape your future with confidence. From bots that do number crunching, to sustainability projects that positively impact people and the planet, or transforming businesses through technology, we have opportunities to match your passion and strengths.

Supercharge your career through our Tax Graduate Programme

You’ll gain practical experience in the Tax space through the exciting projects you’ll work on– empowering you to shape your future with confidence.

This is a three-year paid graduate programme where you'll work across various UK & Ireland (UK&I) or Financial Services (FS) tax teams. By the end of the programme, you'll gain a Chartered Accountancy qualification (ICAS or ICAEW) with the option to work towards a Chartered Tax Advisor (CIOT) qualification. You'll help companies manage every element of their tax affairs and tax risk policies with a key focus on sustainability. You'll also learn more about your strengths, and get guidance and support from experienced colleagues, while you work towards becoming a qualified tax advisor.

What you can expect:

As a Tax graduate you will:

• Gain hands on experience working with start-ups, large corporations and high-profile individuals

• Build your network and develop important client relationships

• Collaborate with and learn from experienced senior colleagues

• Tackle complex client work, gaining an overview of worldwide tax requirements and making an impact by tackling the challenges our clients face.

You’ll join an inclusive and supportive team, where you’ll receive the coaching and mentoring you need to reach your potential. You’ll develop your knowledge with on-the-job learning, and regular training opportunities. Plus, your development doesn’t stop once you’ve completed the programme – we’ll continue to empower you with opportunities to supercharge your career and progress within EY.

What’s in it for you:

• Accelerate your technical capabilities and transformative leadership skills with future-focused courses and development programmes.
• Broaden your horizons by working on highly integrated teams across the globe and collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds — both professionally and culturally.
• Bring out the best in yourself with continuous investment in your personal well-being and career development.
• Develop your own personal purpose and help us create a positive ripple effect on our teams, our business, clients and society.

Here at EY, you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programmes, you’ll develop the skills you need to stay relevant today and, in the future – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.

Eligibility for VISA sponsorship has changed for applicants based on the Skilled Worker salary threshold, with some locations needing specific right to work requirements. You can find more information about each location and graduate role requirements on our website.