Team Overview

Our Tax Disputes & Investigations (TDI) team are an award-winning team recognised for technical expertise and an emphatic approach to clients' cases.

The TDI team are the go-to experts on tax investigations and dispute resolutions, helping clients with all their communications with and representations to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). Clients trust us to robustly defend disputes on their behalf, so it is important for us to build a lasting relationship founded on honesty and integrity.

This role is due to commence in September 2026.

Role Overview

Within the office, you will be supporting the existing TDI team with their portfolio of HMRC investigation cases. As you progress through your training, you will take on and manage your own portfolio of work, always delivering a quality and professional service to clients.

In addition, you will also be responsible for several core administrative duties that allow the TDI team to operate to maximum effect so we can best represent our clients.

Training consists of a uniquely designed study programme incorporating HMRC inspector training designed by the TDI Team Leader/Partner, together with Association of Taxation Technicians (‘ATT’) exams and Chartered Tax Advisor (‘CTA’) exams.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting TDI team members by attending client meetings and taking diligent notes of key facts that will help more senior TDI team members to formulate appropriate case strategies.

• Arranging for the preparation of tax returns, capital gains tax computations and other tax compliance work, liaising with other Expatriate/Private Client/Business Tax team members as appropriate.

• Assisting with the drafting of Letters of Engagement and Proposals of Work.

• Communicating/Negotiating with HMRC, as appropriate.

• Assisting with the submission of appeals/applying for ADR mediation where applicable.

• Drafting letters and reports to HMRC, as appropriate.

• Recommending improvements to clients’ records, systems, and practices, as and when needed.

What’s In It For You

We go above and beyond for our clients, but also for you. We have a genuine commitment to your development, offering you a closely supported and structured programme of tuition, provided by a top firm of external tutors. Internally, you’ll be supported by a manager who will act as your mentor, a trainee buddy, partners, senior staff and a dedicated Learning and Development team.

As you progress through your training you will receive incremental salary increases as you hit various milestones in your qualification.

• 2:1 Degree

• 120 UCAS tariff points from 3 A-levels, or equivalent.

• Level 6 (B grade using the old system) in GCSE Maths and English Language, or equivalent.

• MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• The right to work in the UK without restrictions for the duration of the training contract

Please note we do not accept General Studies or applications from part-qualified applicants.

What You’ll Bring

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills to interact professionally with internal/external clients.

• Work well under pressure; able to prioritise workload and be self-sufficient.

• Ability to forward-think and make reasoned risk assessed decisions having established all relevant facts.

• Team player and quick learner; proactive, flexible, and approachable; enthusiastic to learn about the work involved; problem-solving skills.

• Display ethical judgement.

Why Buzzacott?

We’re big enough to provide deep expertise across a wide range of specialisms, but small enough to value meaningful personal connections — with clients and colleagues alike. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals who will support your continued development, while you contribute to shaping the growth of both our team and our clients.

At Buzzacott, we’re committed to equal opportunities and ensuring all employment decisions are fair, objective, and based on merit.

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