Join EY as a Tax Industrial Placement student in Manchester for a one-year programme starting in July 2027. You will work across specialist tax teams, help clients navigate tax complexity, and study towards a globally recognised Chartered Accountancy qualification with ICAS.
Requirements
No specific prior degree discipline or minimum years of experience are stated in the posting.
Must be willing to study towards the ICAS professional qualification.
Skills & Responsibilities
Problem solving: Break down complex tax and business challenges into workable actions for varied clients.
Analytical thinking: Interpret data and tax information to form strong insights and support audits by reviewing tax disclosures.
Cross-cultural teaming: Collaborate effectively across global teams and clients on compliance and emerging tax requirements.
Digital fluency: Use tools and technology to deliver smarter, future-focused tax solutions.
Potential transition routes: People from finance, economics, or general business studies may bring strong analytical and problem-solving skills, alongside meeting the requirements for a professional ICAS qualification.
Job description
Shape the future of tax through insight, innovation and impact
Programme overview
Tax shapes the world around us, and it’s evolving fast. At EY, you’ll help start-ups to global businesses navigate complexity and shape the future of tax. Working across borders with innovative tools and technologies, you’ll solve real challenges while building skills to make a meaningful, lasting impact. Along the way, you'll study towards a globally recognised Chartered Accountancy qualification with The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS)
Core skills for success
Problem solving - break down complex tax and business challenges into workable actions.
Analytical thinking - interpret data and tax information to form strong insights.
Cross‑cultural teaming - collaborate effectively across global teams and clients.
Digital fluency - use tools and technology to deliver smarter, future-focused solutions.
What you will be doing
Work across specialist tax teams, helping shape solutions for varied clients.
Support audits by reviewing tax disclosures and contributing insights.
Collaborate with global teams on compliance and emerging tax requirements.
Build relationships with clients while contributing to business development.
