Tax Graduate Programme – Northern Ireland - 2027

Shape future tax decisions through insight and real impact 

Programme overview

On the Tax Graduate Programme, you’ll shape the future with confidence by working with businesses to help them navigate evolving tax rules to make informed decisions that drive growth and compliance. You’ll analyse financial information, apply relevant legislation and collaborate with experienced teams to deliver practical solutions, building technical knowledge and commercial insight needed to support clients and your career. 

The power of local. The impact of global.

In Northern Ireland, you'll build your career where you can see the difference you make. You'll work alongside local businesses, communities and colleagues while gaining access to EY's global network, clients and opportunities. It's the best of both worlds: the close-knit culture and support of a growing Northern Ireland team, combined with the scale, technology and impact of a global organisation

Core skills for success

• Ownership and proactive – Takes responsibility for tasks, follows through on commitments, and is accountable for delivering high-quality work.  

• Resilience – Works effectively under pressure, adapts to change, and maintains a positive, solution-focused mindset when facing challenges.

• Relationship builder – Builds trust with colleagues and clients, communicating effectively and working collaboratively across teams.  

• Adaptability – Quickly adjusts to changing regulations, client needs, and priorities, remaining flexible and responsive in a fast-paced tax environment.

• Integrity – 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 will you be doing?

• Work with clients to help them understand and comply with tax legislation while identifying opportunities to add value 

• Analyse financial data and apply tax rules to support advisory work and tax compliance engagements 

• Collaborate with colleagues across teams to deliver practical, insight‑led solutions for clients 

• Build technical expertise and commercial awareness through on-the-job learning, training and real client exposure