At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our graduate programme and support personal tax compliance for diverse clients.
- Company: Dixon Wilson, a leading independent accountancy and tax advisory firm.
- Benefits: Study support for ATT & CTA qualifications, hands-on experience, and a vibrant social scene.
- Other info: Inclusive culture with opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Launch your career in private client tax with expert mentorship and real-world impact.
- Qualifications: 2.1 degree or higher, strong numeracy, and a passion for problem-solving.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 £ per year.
We are Dixon Wilson, a specialist firm of accomplished accountancy and tax advisors offering a bespoke and personal service to private clients, their families, trusts and businesses. Determined problem solvers since 1888, we are proud to be an independent firm. Proactive, curious, and nimble - this is Dixon Wilson through and through.
As a firm, we depend on having great people who can solve the complex challenges of our clients and keep up with the pace of how we operate. We place a strong emphasis on ensuring our staff enjoy their work to remain happy, engaged and motivated. We have 15 Partners and approximately 180 employees in total, with outstanding technical expertise supported by numerous industry and professional prizes awarded to the firm and staff.
Our private client tax team believes that everyone has a responsibility to conduct their affairs ethically. We assist personal tax clients to ensure they pay the appropriate amount of tax and provide legitimate, robust tax advice that holds up to scrutiny from tax authorities. By joining our three-year graduate programme, we will fund and support you as you study towards the ATT & CTA qualifications. On successful completion of the ATT exams and with two years' practical tax experience, you will qualify as a Taxation Technician (Association of Taxation Technicians). Following this, you will continue your studies to qualify as a Chartered Tax Advisor and become a member of the Chartered Institute of Taxation.
You’ll gain hands-on experience from day one, supporting personal tax compliance for a diverse range of UK and international clients, including both individuals and trusts. As you progress, you'll get involved in various advisory projects covering complex financial matters for our private clients, guided and mentored by experienced managers.
What we look for:
- Candidates with an achieved 2.1 or higher and 120 UCAS points minimum (300 points under the old UCAS system)
- Good numeracy skills
- Strong listening, written and oral communication skills
- A collaborative, team player attitude
- Adaptability when exposed to new situations and scenarios
- A genuine interest in pursuing a career in private client tax
- An aptitude to deliver a first-class professional service to our clients
- The ability to balance the demands of work and study
- Committed to succeed in professional examinations
- A curious mind and an eagerness to learn
- Solution oriented and enjoys problem solving
Our three-year graduate tax programme will recognise, reward and nurture your talent within an inclusive culture that values collaboration, learning, and a commitment to problem solving.
Please note closing date: 31 October 2026, however this role may close earlier if all positions are filled.
Tax (ATT-CTA) Graduate Programme - Starting March 2027 employer: Dixon Wilson
Dixon Wilson is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and engaging work environment in the heart of London. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, our three-year graduate programme not only funds your studies towards prestigious ATT and CTA qualifications but also provides hands-on experience from day one. Our vibrant office culture, enriched by social and charitable activities, fosters collaboration and curiosity, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in private client tax.
