Tax Technology Apprentice, M&G
£26k
International savings and investments company
Job no longer available
International savings and investments company
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
£26k
1001+ employees
Company mission
To help people manage and grow their savings and investments, responsibly.
Role
Who you are
- We are looking for a confident individual with a positive outlook and a can do attitude who are aspiring to build their experience and progress at M&G
- A successful candidate is someone who is self motivated, capable of building and maintaining relationships, naturally curious and work effectively as part of a team
- A powerful desire to learn and a genuine interest in Finance
- The applicant would ideally have an inquisitive nature and be curious
- The successful applicant should feel confident to use their own initiative and work alone where required with an aspiration to want to learn and progress
- Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
- Willing to embrace change, drive change and challenge the status quo
- Inquisitive, keen to understand how things work and fit together
- Logical and analytical approach coupled with intelligence, passion and a drive to learn
- Passionate about technology and have an interest in finance particularly tax
- A proactive team player who is confident about working with others in a collaborative manner but also independently and can promptly escalate any issue and work remotely where required
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders with ease
- Ability to manage processes and coordinating with different people
- Empathy and good listening skills
- Efficient, proactive, structured approach to work and very well organised
- High level of accuracy and good attention to detail
- Can effectively manage day to day work, alongside apprenticeship qualification
- Moderate understanding of the MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Available to start the apprenticeship programme in September 2025
- You must not be enrolled into another further education programme at the beginning of the programme
- Be a UK citizen or have proof of your right to work in the UK
- Living in England
- Minimum of Grade 4 in GCSE English and Mathematics
- Minimum of Grade C in Three A-Levels or equivalent such as BTEC Nationals
What the job involves
- The tax team reports to the Chief Financial Officer and performs a variety of critical functions to ensure M&G complies with tax laws and regulations, optimises its tax position, and manages tax risks
- Ensuring that the company meets all its tax filing obligations, including corporate income tax, VAT/GST, payroll taxes, and other relevant taxes
- This involves preparing and submitting accurate tax returns on time
- Developing and implementing tax strategies to minimise the company's tax liabilities within the legal framework
- This includes advising on the tax implications of business decisions, mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate activities
- Preparing tax provisions and disclosures for financial statements in accordance with accounting standards
- This includes calculating deferred taxes and ensuring accurate tax reporting in the company's financial statements
- Identifying and managing tax risks, including those related to changes in tax laws and regulations
- This involves staying up-to-date with tax legislation and ensuring the company is prepared for any changes that may impact its tax position
- Managing transfer pricing policies and documentation to ensure that transactions between related entities are conducted at arm's length and comply with international tax regulations
- Handling tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities, and managing any disputes or litigation that may arise
- This includes providing documentation and explanations to support the company's tax positions
- Providing tax advice to various departments within the company, including finance, legal, and operations, to ensure that tax considerations are integrated into business decisions
- Managing the tax implications of the company's international operations, including cross-border transactions, repatriation of profits, and compliance with international tax treaties and regulations
- Implementing and maintaining tax technology solutions to improve the efficiency and accuracy of tax processes
- This includes automating tax compliance and reporting tasks
- Implement and configure tax software solutions to meet the needs of the tax department
- Maintain and update tax software, ensuring it is functioning correctly and efficiently
- Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to tax software
- Identify opportunities to streamline and automate tax processes using technology
- Develop and implement process improvements to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of tax compliance and reporting
- Collaborate with IT and other departments to integrate tax technology solutions with existing systems
- Manage and analyse large datasets to support tax compliance and planning activities
- Develop and maintain tax data repositories and reporting tools
- Provide data-driven insights to support tax decision-making
- Train tax department staff on the use of tax software and technology tools
- Develop and maintain user guides and documentation for tax technology solutions
- This is a fixed term contract for 18 - 23 months upon which the business may decide to retain, subject to the Apprentice performance, headcount, and available funding
- If recruited into a permanent role, the individual will follow the career progression applicable to the specific role/department
Application process
- End Date: March 28, 2025
- Submit your Application Form and CV
- Complete your Online Assessment
- Complete an Online Video Interview
- Attend one of our Assessment Centre
- We are only accepting one application per candidate, so please do review all job descriptions and outline your top three choices in your application
Salary benchmarks
Our take
Established through a merger with Prudential's UK and Europe operation in 2017, M&G has emerged as a leading savings and investment company. Combining five prominent brands under one umbrella - M&G Real Estate, M&G Investments, Pru, M&G Wealth, and Infracaptial - the company boasts a robust global financial services operation.
M&G's commitment to enhancing its platform's offerings is evident through substantial investments in service and support infrastructure. Innovations such as deep back-office integration, cloud-based customer relationship management tools, and e-signature software underscore the company's dedication to providing top-notch solutions.
Catering to a diverse clientele ranging from individuals to major enterprises, M&G continues to expand its international presence. The company's strategic focus on diversifying its thematic range and leveraging advancements in AI and Big Data reflects its proactive approach to capitalizing on emerging opportunities. Through new hires and a forward-thinking mindset, M&G is poised to maintain its position as a key player in the ever-evolving landscape of savings and investment.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
3% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- 8% non-contributory pension plus up to 5% matching
- Life Assurance & Death in Service
- Support, feedback and development programmes to help you reach your full potential
- Flexible culture and ways of working
- Focus on health & wellbeing
- 30 days holiday as standard (excluding bank holidays), with the ability to purchase an additional 5 days
- Time off when you need it includes carer's leave, faith leave, grandparent leave and career breaks
- New parents receive up to 26 weeks of full pay while on leave
- 4-week back-to-work transition for new parents: work 80% of your contractual hours, be paid for 100%
- New parents can take family leave in flexible blocks within the first year of birth/adaoption
Company HQ
City of London, London, UK
Leadership
Andrea Rossi
(CEO, not founder)Co-Founder & Director at REsustain. Former CEO of AXA, and was an FC Girondins de Bordeaux Board Member.
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