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Level 4Higher · HNC/Cert HE

Professional taxation technician

Prepare, co-ordinate and implement tasks that support the creation of taxation returns and their supporting documentation and statements.

Typical duration

2 years

Training funded

up to £15,000

Route

Legal, finance and accounting

Standard ref

ST1458

Where this apprenticeship leads

Taxation ExpertAI exposure 52% · High

£30,000 - £35,000

£50,000 - £60,000

Full career profile - salary progression, top employers, AI outlook →

Role overview

This Level 4 apprenticeship develops taxation technicians who support tax compliance and advisory work for individuals, businesses, or organisations within accountancy practices or in-house tax teams. You will prepare tax returns, research tax legislation, and assist clients or colleagues with tax matters across different tax heads. It can lead to senior tax technician, tax adviser, or progression to chartered tax adviser (CTA) qualifications.

Careers this apprenticeship leads to

Salary progression, top employers and day-to-day reality for the roles this standard prepares you for.

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