Uptree

Placement details

Overview

Location: Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Newcastle, Nottingham, Reading, Southampton and Watford

Start Date: September 2027

Eligibility criteria*:

• 5 GCSEs* at A* – C or at 4 – 9 (inc. English Language and Maths at Grade B or 5), or for Scotland 5 National 5 qualifications at Grades A – C (inc. English Language and Maths at Grade B or equivalent)
• 120 UCAS points* from your ‘top’ 3 grades, excluding General Studies under the 2017 tariff point system at A Level (300 UCAS points pre-2017) or at Higher/Advanced Higher Level for Scotland.

*KPMG still encourage you to apply, as your application will be reviewed together with your performance in our assessments. You‘ll also have the opportunity to provide additional information for us to assess your application and potential in the context of your socio-economic background and/or any extenuating circumstances, which may have a positive uplift on your academic achievements through contextual recruitment.

Key skills: Career motivation, learning & curiosity, resilience, relationship building, effective communication, initiative, planning & organisation, results focused, critical thinking, inclusive collaboration, integrity, applying expertise & technology

Application Deadline: Applications close once enough applications are received

How to apply: Click 'apply' at the top of this page. Be sure to input Uptree on your application when asked “How did you hear about us?” and use the reference code UPT2027.

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About the opportunity

You will be earning a salary while working towards a fully-funded qualification; AAT Level 3/4 plus the ACA qualification or CA equivalent (Scotland locations) If you join KPMG in Audit or Tax, by the end of your apprenticeship you’ll have the same qualifications as their graduate colleagues, with five years of hands-on experience. You get a real head start in your career, all whilst earning a competitive salary. 

In fact, there are no limits to your progression within the firm, as you learn how to make the difference for clients and the wider community. KPMG will encourage you to take on real responsibility from the outset of your apprenticeship with the support of senior leaders and your team. That way, you can develop your business skills and confidence and learn how to build trusted relationships with clients. 

Roles will fill quickly, so apply early to secure your 2027 position. Whichever programme you choose to join, you’ll benefit from:

📚 Exceptional learning and development: you’ll have a structured training programme,
dedicated study time to work towards a professional qualification or degree, mentoring
opportunities and a range of professional development resources.

🤝 A supportive and collaborative culture: You’ll be surrounded by colleagues who are
passionate about their work and want to help you succeed.

🎯 The opportunity to make the difference: At KPMG you’ll work on projects that make a real
difference to our clients and communities. You’ll be helping businesses to operate more
sustainably and make a positive contribution.

💸 A competitive salary of £25,500 – £28,000 depending on your office location

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About the company

KPMG in the UK is part of a global network of independent firms that offers Audit, Consulting, Deal Advisory, KPMG Business Services (KBS), Tax & Law and Technology services. Through the talent of over 16,000 people, we turn insights into opportunities, making a positive difference for our people, businesses and communities.  

Learn more about KPMG by visiting their Company Profile page.

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Next steps

Click 'apply' at the top of this page. Be sure to input Uptree on your application when asked “How did you hear about us?” and use the reference code UPT2027.