Tax Higher Apprenticeship – September 2027

Shape future tax decisions through insight and impact

Programme overview

On the Tax Business Apprenticeship, you’ll shape the future by helping organisations make informed tax decisions in a changing business environment. You’ll work collaboratively with high-performing teams, develop technical expertise and build the skills needed to support clients through complex challenges. Along the way, you’ll achieve a Level 5 Diploma and professional qualification with Accounting Technicians Ireland (ATI), with the opportunity to progress towards qualification with Institute of Chartered Accountants Ireland (ICAI).

Core skills for success

• Ownership and proactivity – Takes responsibility for tasks, follows through on commitments, and is accountable for delivering high-quality work.
• Adaptable and resilient – Works effectively under pressure, adapts to change, and maintains a positive, solution-focused mindset when facing challenges.
• Collaboration, communication and relationship building – Builds trust with colleagues and clients, communicating effectively and working collaboratively across teams.
• Integrity and quality – Acts with honesty and strong professional judgement, ensuring compliance with regulations and challenging anything that doesn’t align with ethical standards or best practice.

What you will be doing

• Support clients by helping them manage tax compliance and advisory challenges, gaining exposure to how tax impacts business decisions.
• Analyse financial information and apply tax legislation to develop practical, insight‑led solutions.
• Collaborate with colleagues across teams, including audit and global EY teams, on real client projects.
• Build relationships and expand your network across EY to support your career development.
• Study towards a professional qualification, which requires attending in-person courses, self-study and sitting exams.
• Attend EY learning courses to continually learn new skills.
• Regularly meeting your support network including your Career Counsellor, and Apprenticeship Coach to track your performance and help you progress your career.

Key programme facts

• Programme length: Two years
• Professional qualification: Level 5 Diploma / Member of ATI
• Salary: Competitive
• Start date: September 2027

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button. Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.