Shape future tax decisions through insight and impact
Programme overview
On the Tax Business Apprenticeship, you’ll shape the future by helping organisations make informed tax decisions in a changing business environment. You’ll work collaboratively with high-performing teams, develop technical expertise and build the skills needed to support clients through complex challenges. Along the way, you’ll achieve a Level 5 Diploma and professional qualification with Accounting Technicians Ireland (ATI), with the opportunity to progress towards qualification with Institute of Chartered Accountants Ireland (ICAI).
Core skills for success
- Ownership and proactivity – Takes responsibility for tasks, follows through on commitments, and is accountable for delivering high-quality work.
- Adaptable and resilient – Works effectively under pressure, adapts to change, and maintains a positive, solution-focused mindset when facing challenges.
- Collaboration, communication and relationship building – Builds trust with colleagues and clients, communicating effectively and working collaboratively across teams.
- Integrity and quality – Acts with honesty and strong professional judgement, ensuring compliance with regulations and challenging anything that doesn’t align with ethical standards or best practice.
What you will be doing
- Support clients by helping them manage tax compliance and advisory challenges, gaining exposure to how tax impacts business decisions.
- Analyse financial information and apply tax legislation to develop practical, insight‑led solutions.
- Collaborate with colleagues across teams, including audit and global EY teams, on real client projects.
- Build relationships and expand your network across EY to support your career development.
- Study towards a professional qualification, which requires attending in-person courses, self-study and sitting exams.
- Attend EY learning courses to continually learn new skills.
- Regularly meeting your support network including your Career Counsellor, and Apprenticeship Coach to track your performance and help you progress your career.
Key programme facts
- Programme length: Two years
- Professional qualification: Level 5 Diploma / Member of ATI
- Salary: Competitive
- Start date: September 2027
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Tax Higher Apprenticeship – September 2027 in Birmingham employer: EY
EY is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture in Birmingham, providing employees with the opportunity to lead complex tax engagements for prestigious multinational clients. With a strong emphasis on professional development, EY offers extensive training and growth opportunities, ensuring that you can advance your career while making a meaningful impact in the dynamic field of corporate tax.
