Graduate Transfer Pricing Tax Trainee (ACA/CTA) - London - September 2027

Graduate Transfer Pricing Tax Trainee (ACA/CTA) - London - September 2027

Are you looking to start your career in Transfer Pricing Tax, helping multinational organisations navigate international tax requirements? We’re seeking ambitious individuals from all backgrounds to join our team as a trainee, studying towards the ACA/CTA joint qualification.

Who we are

Saffery is a partner-led and people-focused firm of chartered accountants, tax and business advisers. Since 1855, we’ve built long-term relationships with our diverse, high-profile clients, across varied and specialised sectors. As a proud member of Nexia, a worldwide network of trusted member firms, we’ve got access to local insight on a global scale.

We pride ourselves on our informal and inclusive culture, building an environment where people can be themselves and enjoy challenging, interesting, rewarding careers.

When you work with Saffery, the well-respected accountancy firm where heritage meets ambition, you work with people who know your name. Who know you as a human being, not just a job title. Everyone belongs here. Always.

Who we welcome

We recognise that talent comes from different paths, so we encourage applications from upcoming/recent graduates or career changers. We do not expect applicants to have any prior relevant work experience.

Our training contract takes three years and three months to complete with full support and access to first-class tuition centres. You’ll follow a structured development programme combining professional study with on-the-job learning. As your knowledge and confidence develop, you’ll take on more complex work, contribute to projects and build your expertise as a trusted advisor.

If you’re AAT Level 4 qualified, you will be eligible for exemptions, otherwise we ask for all trainees to complete the full ACA/CTA syllabus. We believe that studying alongside a cohort gives you the best chance of exam success.

Your role and development

Your growthdoesn't just come from exams. It comes from valuable work experience and real-world learning.

You’ll help multinational businesses manage their international tax arrangements and ensure transactions between countries are fair and compliant.

Key dates to apply:

Monday 14 September 2026 - Sunday 4 October 2026

Due to the volume of applications, you may occasionally experience delays; however, we remain committed to reviewing all applications fairly. All applications are assessed by trained human reviewers, and automated tools are not used to make final decisions.

What you'll do

• Assist with tax returns, computations and other compliance filings for a range of clients.
• Support the preparation of transfer pricing documentation, including master files, local files and transfer pricing design reports.
• Work with financial and client data to support reporting, analysis, benchmarking studies, transfer pricing economic analyses and compliance submissions.
• Conduct technical research on tax legislation, case law, HMRC guidance and wider transfer pricing matters to support client work.
• Prepare reports, calculations, functional analyses, industry research and other documentation for review by senior colleagues.
• Assist with transfer pricing advisory projects, international tax assignments and cross-border business initiatives.
• Support international tax specialists advising UK businesses expanding overseas and overseas businesses establishing operations in the UK.
• Use specialist software and systems to deliver high-quality tax and transfer pricing work.
• Assist with administrative, compliance and project management activities across a range of client engagements.
• Attend client meetings alongside experienced colleagues, building relationships and gaining exposure to a variety of industries and sectors.
• Contribute to delivering accurate, practical solutions that help clients meet their tax obligations and achieve their commercial goals.
• Work on specialist corporate tax, transfer pricing and international tax planning projects.

What you’ll learn

• Core tax principles, legislation and regulatory requirements.
• How transfer pricing and international tax rules apply to multinational businesses and cross-border transactions.
• How to analyse financial information and perform economic and benchmarking analyses to support transfer pricing and tax advice.
• The preparation of transfer pricing documentation, including master files, local files and design reports.
• How tax rules apply to different clients, industries and business situations.
• The role tax plays in compliance, advisory work and strategic business decision-making.
• How to communicate technical information effectively to colleagues and clients.
• How international businesses structure their operations and manage tax considerations across different jurisdictions.
• The practical application of your professional qualification studies in a real-world environment.
• How to work collaboratively with clients and colleagues to deliver high-quality transfer pricing, international tax and advisory solutions.

We’ll support you every step of the way through mentorship, structured training, and our off-site trainee programmes as well as regular social events to build friendships with colleagues.

What you’ll need

• 2:1 undergraduate degree (expected or obtained) in any discipline,
• A minimum of 120 UCAS points from your top 3 A Levels or Highers (or equivalent), excluding General Studies and AS Levels,
• A minimum of 6 (or B) in GCSE or National 5 Maths and English Language (or equivalent).

We welcome applications from candidates who are AAT qualified. If you have completed AAT studies (up to Level 4) in place of A Levels or Highers, please detail this under the A Level, Scottish Highers (or equivalent) qualifications section on your application form.

If you have over 12 months relevant experience within a training contract at another firm, we recommend exploring part-qualified opportunities on our Experienced Hire vacancy page .

We understand that confidence plays a role in job applications, and some candidates may hesitate to apply. If this role excites you and aligns with your career ambitions, we’d love to hear from you!

Where potential meets personal meets you

At Saffery, we look for people who share our values. We're looking for individuals who are collaborative, responsible, progressive and act with integrity, whilst always striving for excellence.

You'll be approachable, committed and ready to take ownership of your work, with a proactive and curious mindset and a genuine interest in how businesses operate. We value people who are organised, pay close attention to detail, enjoy working with financial data, and can manage their time effectively.

You'll thrive in a close-knit team environment, working collaboratively with others while taking responsibility for your own development. We want people who are willing to learn, ask questions, speak up when something could be better, and help make improvements happen.

Here, you're never just a number. We value drive, focus and a positive attitude, but we also value who you are as a person. We believe in caring more, leaving egos behind, supporting each other and enjoying the journey together. There's genuine mutual respect here and a two-way relationship where we bring out the best in each other.

We’ll help you get to know our clients, but we also look for people who are naturally inquisitive about the wider business and economic landscape. If you're curious, eager to learn, and committed to giving your best, you'll find plenty of support and opportunities to succeed as you work towards your qualification and beyond.

You’ll be surrounded by people who value you, your contributions, and your potential.

What we’ll offer you

We believe thatsupporting our people leads to success, so we provide both core and flexible benefits tailored to your needs:

• Profit-sharing scheme (approx. £1,000 per year)
• Generous annual leave & flexible work arrangements
• Contributory pension plan (5% salary match)

Work life balance & wellbeing

• Buddy scheme and/or line manager support
• Agile working policy (up to three days working from home, however in your first few months we do encourage up to 4 days in the office to reap the benefits of training around your managers and colleagues)
• Health assessments, GP access, & cancer screenings
• Access to mental health & wellbeing resources

Personal development and belonging

• Mentorship & career progression opportunities
• Participation in our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I) programme
• Volunteer to join one of our People networks, including Accessibility, Cultural Heritage, Faith, LGBTQ+, Social Mobility and Gender Equality