Assistant tax advisor Review
at EY
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Tax
Reading
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
3.8 /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!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.6/5
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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:
4/5
Preparing tax provisions and returns for large companies in a tax team
Completing tax audits
Completing tax audits
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I really like it, fresh perspective, and ahead of those my age
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learnt lots of specific and technical skills as well as personal development in terms of people and workplace skills
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
very - but not when exams come around, seems to be less flexible towards BAs compared to Grads
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
On the surface a lot, but when exams come around, not as much as they preach
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
not enough, seem to be undershadowed compared to grad scheme
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
a lot, very relevant material
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
lots of opportunities, communicated well
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend EY to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Good salary, base learning, and ACA qualification
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to EY?
Make sure you stand up for yourself, and always have clear communication with you counsellour/ student coach
