Corporate Tax Trainee or Graduate, Edinburgh

About Us
Tax Trainee or Graduate - Corporate Tax - Start Date: September 2026

Open to school/college leavers (trainees) and graduates, with training and qualification routes tailored to your starting point. You'll be supported from day one, learning from experienced colleagues while gaining hands-on experience.

What you'll need

• School / College Leavers (Trainees)

• Right to work in the UK from your start date.

• England & Wales: Level 4+ GCSE English & Maths
• Minimum of 96 UCAS points.
• Scotland: 4 Highers, grade B or above, including English & Maths.

Graduates

• Right to work in the UK from your start date.
• Minimum 2:2 undergraduate degree.

Why Azets Early Careers?

• Learning Opportunities: First-class training plus support to complete your qualification, study days, mentoring, and buddy support.
• Supportive Network: Managers and peer network creating a collaborative, encouraging environment.
• Fun & Dynamic Culture: Social engagement, community involvement, and exciting work experiences.

The role

Joining our Corporate Tax team

What does a Corporate Tax Associate do?

As a
Corporate Tax Associate
, you will predominantly work in our corporation tax compliance team and provide assistance as needed on advisory projects. You will gain experience dealing with all corporation tax compliance matters for a range of clients, which may include local SMEs, listed businesses, international groups, and football clubs. As an integral and valued member of the team, you will be expected to form and build long-term relationships with existing clients to assist them in achieving their objectives.

Your responsibilities

• Work within the corporation tax compliance team on a variety of client portfolios
• Assist with advisory projects as required
• Gain experience with compliance matters for local SMEs, listed businesses, international groups, and football clubs
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships
• Support clients in achieving their business objectives

Qualifications
We offer a range of qualification pathways at Azets, determined by the role you apply for. For this position, you will undertake either the
ACA/CTA
or
ATT/CTA
pathway.

Inclusion & Accessibility

We are proud to be a
Mindful Employer
and
Disability Confident Employer
. Creating an inclusive workplace isn't just a statement – it's something we live every day.

At Azets, we value
diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences
. Even if your experience doesn't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you – you might be a great fit for another opportunity.

Our Benefits for Early Careers

Everything you need to grow your skills, feel supported, and enjoy life while you train.

Study Support & Exams

Fully funded qualifications, paid study leave and exam fees, plus mentoring and a dedicated buddy to support you through training.

Wellbeing & Support

24/7 GP access, mental health support, Employee Assistance Programme, and a friendly, inclusive workplace culture that puts people first.

Life Outside Work

Flexible and hybrid working, time off on your birthday, holiday purchase scheme, discounts and perks platform, and community volunteering days.

Career Progression

Clear career pathways, structured training plans, mentoring from experienced colleagues, and real responsibility from day one.

FlexHub:
Customise your benefits package to suit your needs – from health plans to lifestyle perks.

Move forward with confidence.

At Azets, our purpose is to improve the lives of our clients, colleagues and communities, in a sustainable way.

4000+ Colleagues

A people-powered business across the UK.

70 Locations

Locally embedded with national strength.

Top 10 UK Firm

Recognised as a leading accountancy firm.

80,000+ Clients

With a local touch in every community.

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