Personal Tax Assistant - Private Tax Compliance & Reporting - Newcastle Upon Tyne

Level 1 Private – Tax Compliance and Reporting

Are you bright, enthusiastic, and business minded? Do you want a career that will challenge and reward you? Joining the EY Private team in Newcastle is a great opportunity to build a career within the EY financial services department as you will gain experience to help fulfil your aspirations and shape your career. 

The Opportunity

Join our friendly and professional Personal Tax team where you'll have the chance to work with a diverse range of clients, from individuals to trusts. Don't worry if you're new to the field - we have a supportive environment where you can study and gain professional qualifications. As part of our team, your initiative is valued. You'll thrive in our fast-paced environment, with the flexibility to work independently or collaboratively, to help our team deliver personal tax compliance services to a portfolio of clients.

Your Key Responsibilities

As a Personal Tax Assistant, you'll be a key part of our team, supporting them to manage a diverse group of clients, preparing their tax returns, and making sure everything is up to date with current tax laws. This role is also about cultivating relationships. You'll be the glue between clients, colleagues, the HM Revenue offices, and other stakeholders we work with. Whether you're lending a hand to your team or liaising with other EY offices at home or abroad, we're looking for someone who's all about teamwork. 

Skills and Attributes for Success

• The ability to take your own initiative and work effectively alone as well as part of a team.
• Being able to demonstrate professionalism and self-assurance.
• Good attention to detail.
• Computer literacy and being willing to learn how to use new skills as we move towards increased digital working.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate well with both clients and team members.
• Ability to work flexibly and willing to support other EY teams when needed.
• No previous tax knowledge is required, but an interest in building a career in tax is key!

To qualify for the role you must have/be

• An Undergraduate degree in any discipline at 2:2 or above.
• Willing to study towards a professional qualification.
• Eligible to work in the U.K

What we look for

We are looking for motivated individuals who are either taking the first step in their career journey or are wanting to change careers. We want people who are seeking an inspiring and stimulating career, who will go the extra mile to ensure that they meet client needs.

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with MyReward you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings, and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from experienced colleagues, with the opportunity to gain professional qualifications.
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• Competitive reward package.
• Opportunities to participate in broader EY initiatives such as ‘Corporate Social Responsibility’, often involving the local community.

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. Our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance. 

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.