About UNW
Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, UNW is an independent chartered accountancy and advisory firm focused on delivering expertise that genuinely adds value.
We work with a wide mix of clients – from individuals and ambitious privately owned businesses to PE-backed companies, fast-growing regional groups, charities, international subsidiaries and listed companies. Whatever their size or structure, we are committed to delivering the very best service and building lasting relationships.
With 20 partners and a team of more than 200 people, UNW has built a strong reputation grounded in the quality of our people and the strength of our client relationships.
What makes UNW a great place to work?
When we ask colleagues what makes UNW a great place to work, time and time again they tell us it’s the people.
Supportive, welcoming, approachable, inclusive and caring are just some of the words our team use to describe the culture here. We work hard, support one another, and take pride in delivering the best possible outcomes for our clients.
Located in the heart of Newcastle city centre, we aim to create an environment where people feel valued, trusted and proud of the work they do. No gimmicks – just genuine support, meaningful responsibility and real opportunities to develop.
About the role
You’ll be working with experienced members of the team advising UNW clients on all matters relating to employment taxes. A lot of the work can be project based, so no two weeks are the same. UNW client’s range in size from small owner managed businesses with just a few employees, to global household names with tens of thousands of employees.
In addition to becoming an expert in this specialist tax area, you will undertake training over a four-year period under a Level 7 professional apprenticeship course to obtain your Association of Taxation Technicians (ATT) and Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) qualification.
You’ll be doing a lot of project-based work for our clients and will be supported by other members of the team during your training. Projects typically involve data analysis, using Microsoft Copilot to help draft advice, review of company policies and report writing. You will also gain knowledge of relevant tax legislation and you will use this as a basis for drafting advice to clients. The work will include some direct contact with clients and government departments, in face to face and virtual meetings and over the telephone.
As the department relies totally on consultancy work arising from client work, there is no typical day in the life of an Employment Taxes adviser, and so you will need to be flexible in times when client needs are higher but also adaptable and resourceful at some times when the focus is on building client relationships and identifying where client needs are in the future.
Some recent examples of client work include:
- Speaking with a client in the engineering sector who had an employee working from home in Sweden and advising them on the tax and National Implications in both countries;
- Advising a technology client on the latest ideas on company cars including the benefits to the employee and employer on the use of “salary sacrifice”;
- Advising an employer in the education sector about specific payments made to employees and what their reporting requirements were; and
- Meeting with an employer in construction to speak about the engagement of their self-employed workers, researching case law and advising them whether there was a risk that they should be recategorized as employees and then carrying out a training session for their finance team.
Job Title: Employment Taxes Assistant
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne – city centre
Reports to: Employment Tax Partner
Start Date: September 2026
Type of Role: Graduate Programme
About you
To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following selection criteria:
We are looking for an exceptional graduate who is keen to start their career in a professional services firm and obtain a prestigious professional qualification. We need someone who has great attention to detail, is good with data/numbers and can also analyse written policies/legislation to produce sound commercial advice for clients. You’ll also need to be a good communicator, both verbal and written, and confident working with all levels of a business.
In terms of experience to date, no relevant work experience is needed since you’ll receive excellent training from day 1. We are however looking for a graduate with a degree in any subject and a good level of academic achievement.
The successful candidate:
- Will take ownership of their professional development, with support from the team
- Can deliver a brilliant client experience
- Isn’t afraid of failure and can turn mistakes into learnings
- Will be prepared to provide an excellent service for clients and for colleagues
- Enjoys working in a team
What we offer
Generous holiday allowance
Option to purchase additional leave for greater work life balance
Full support towards ongoing professional development and your academic pursuits
Weekly social events with the sports and social club
Access to an Employee Assistance Program
Support commuting to work with interest free season ticket loans
Pension and protection with matched employer contributions
Exclusive discounts through an employee discount site with hundreds of top brands
Paid volunteering day with our charity of the year
To Apply
Your application should include your CV and Cover Letter.
Applications close Sunday 12 July 2026
UNW reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the advertised closing date.
For further information please email [email protected]
Please note that applications must be submitted via the link provided – applications received by email will not be accepted.
Job Type: Graduate
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
