Tax assistant Review
at UNW LLP
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Tax
Newcastle upon Tyne
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
4.9 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.8/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
My role as a tax assistant consists of the support in preparation and submission for tax compliance work of individuals and companies. The role involves analysing financial information, preparing tax computations and assisting with advisory work, whilst maintaining contact with clients and HMRC under supervision of more senior staff.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I have really enjoyed the programme since joining the firm - I have received a large variety of work and the necessary support has been in place to receive assistance when needed. The work-life balance in the firm is very manageable and there is a strong team ethos within the firm.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have consistently developed new skills whilst working for the firm, whether that be with the training provider or within the firm itself, the range of work means that I am always coming across something new to learn.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The programme is very structured in order to qualify with the necessary support but within reasonable time duration.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
There is always support within the firm whether that comes from senior staff or other apprentices. Prior to exams you have dedicated study days in order to prepare for the exam.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
From the training provider there is more or less constant access to support with your studies, the materials are accessable and easy to effectively learn from.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The training provides a range of subjects all linked to my role and the wider accountancy world, it provides a strong breadth of knowledge and base understanding of different areas of accountancy.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
There is a sports and social committee which often provides firm-wide socials to get involved in in addition to department socials, there is many networking opportunities available to employees as well.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend UNW LLP to a friend?
Yes
Why?
UNW LLP provides support in the role itself and development throughout your studies and opportunity to go to higher levels of study once you finish your entry-level. There is a strong team ethos and a friendly feeling whenever you are in the office and speaking to colleagues that makes work genuinely enjoyable.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to UNW LLP?
Advice I would give to applicants is just to be yourself and integrate within the firm and take as all the opportunities that come to you.
