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Corporate Tax Associate - Graduate Programme
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Are you ready to launch your career with an award-winning firm that values curiosity, collaboration, and creativity?
At Ballards, we’re not your traditional accountancy firm. With offices in Worcester, Droitwich, and Birmingham, we combine deep expertise with a modern, forward-thinking approach. We partner with businesses across a wide range of sectors - helping them grow, adapt, and succeed.
About The Graduate Programme
Our three-year Graduate Programme is your launchpad into the world of corporate tax and consultancy. You’ll gain hands-on experience, work with real clients from day one, and develop into a professionally qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA-CTA) - with full funding and dedicated support from your mentors, managers, and peers.
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At Ballards, we believe in giving you responsibility early, variety in your work, and the freedom to explore what excites you most. From start-ups to established businesses, every project will expand your understanding of how companies grow and thrive.
You’ll learn. You’ll challenge yourself. You’ll make a difference.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking ambitious, analytical, and entrepreneurial graduates who want to build a career in corporate tax and consultancy.
If you’re working towards (or have achieved) a 2:1 degree or higher in any discipline, and you’re ready to think differently, we want to hear from you.
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What’s In It For You
- Hybrid and flexible working
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Electric car and cycle-to-work schemes
- Life assurance and pension plan
- Enhanced family and compassionate leave
- Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support)
- Opportunities for rapid career progression
- Support for your professional qualifications and continuous learning
We know the journey won’t always be easy - but at Ballards, you’ll never do it alone. You’ll be challenged, supported, and empowered to achieve as much as you want to achieve.
Ready to start your journey?
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