We’re growing our Tax / Private Client team at Lester Aldridge and are looking for a motivated Tax Junior to join us in Bournemouth.
This is a fantastic opportunity to start or develop your career in tax within a supportive, professional services environment, working alongside experienced advisors on a broad range of matters.
About the role
As a Tax Junior, you’ll provide key support to the team in delivering high-quality tax compliance and advisory services. You’ll gain hands-on experience across personal, trust, and estate taxation while building your technical expertise.
What you’ll be doing
Assisting with preparation of
- Self Assessment tax returns
- Trust & estate tax returns
- Trust accounts
- Supporting tax payments and ensuring deadlines are met
- Liaising with clients and drafting correspondence
Assisting with advisory work, including
- Inheritance Tax (IHT) planning
- Capital Gains Tax (CGT) calculations
- Property taxation matters (including SDLT support)
- Conducting tax research and preparing clear summaries
- Supporting workflow, billing, and compliance processes
What we’re looking for
- A proactive, detail-oriented individual with strong numerical skills
- Excellent communication and organisational abilities
- A basic understanding of UK tax (desirable but not essential)
- Experience in tax, accounting, or legal settings is a plus—but not required
- A genuine interest in developing a career in tax
Career & Development
We offer a structured progression path and you’ll also receive full study support (e.g. ATT, CTA, STEP) and access to ongoing training to help you succeed.
Why Lester Aldridge?
- Work with high-net-worth clients, trusts, and estates
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Strong commitment to professional development
