At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare tax returns and develop tailored tax planning advice for diverse clients.
- Company: Join MHA, a top UK accountancy firm with a people-first culture.
- Benefits: Competitive wage, flexible working hours, full study support, and mentoring.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic career path with opportunities for growth and specialisation.
- Why this job: Gain real-world experience while studying towards prestigious tax qualifications.
- Qualifications: Strong communication, attention to detail, and analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
You’ll work with a varied portfolio of private clients, including individuals, families, trusts and international clients. Your work will include preparing tax returns, researching tax legislation, supporting tax compliance and helping develop tailored tax planning advice. As your experience grows, you may also gain exposure to areas such as inheritance tax, trusts, estates, succession planning and cross-border tax matters.
Training
You’ll train through a combination of structured study, practical experience and support from experienced colleagues. You’ll learn by working on real client matters while studying towards the ATT Level 5 and CTA Level 7 qualifications. MHA will provide full study support, including tuition, exam fees, study materials and dedicated study leave, alongside regular mentoring and on-the-job guidance.
What happens at the end
Successful completion of the apprenticeship can lead to a long-term career in Private Client Tax at MHA. As your technical knowledge, qualifications and client experience grow, you can progress into more senior tax roles, take on greater responsibility for client relationships and complex advisory work, and continue developing towards management and specialist opportunities.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Administrative skills
- Analytical skills
- Creative
- Initiative
Key details
- Wage: Competitive
- Working week: Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm. Our flexible working policy gives you greater choice over how you structure your day. With core hours of 10.00am - 2.00pm, you can start earlier or finish later to suit your needs, alongside working from home up to two days a week.
- Hours: 37.5 hours per week
- Duration: 4 Years
- Start date: 2027-09-02
- Closing date: 2027-01-11
- Apprenticeship standard: Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7)
- Training provider: KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED
About the employer
MHA is a leading UK accountancy and business advisory firm, ranked 11th among the UK’s top accountancy firms in 2026. As a member of Baker Tilly International, we combine strong local relationships with access to a global network. Our people-first culture focuses on learning, development and giving colleagues the support and opportunities to build rewarding long-term careers.
Private Client Tax Apprentice (ATT/CTA) in Milton Keynes employer: MHA
MHA is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant city of London, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises client focus and collaboration. Employees benefit from flexible hybrid working arrangements, extensive professional development opportunities, and the chance to lead impactful advisory projects while mentoring the next generation of tax professionals. With a commitment to fostering growth and innovation, MHA stands out as a rewarding place for those seeking meaningful careers in tax strategy.
