How are vacancies for tax professionals faring amidst the recent political and economic challenges? What are the sectors most in-demand? Which regions are growing, and which firms are experiencing the fastest growth in England and Wales? Download our new report to find out.
Written in partnership with Morgan McKinley, this report analyses the recruitment of tax professionals within and outside the UK’s Accounting sector. It observes the annual and monthly totals trends, compares the most wanted sectors, a regional breakdown of recruitment, and the hiring activity of top firms.
Key findings include:
- Vacancies show consistency rather than buoyant growth throughout 2022
- London is the dominant hirer for the Tax Division and all Accountancy outside Tax
- The Banking sector is the most sought-after for tax vacancies in 2022
- The Kier Group tops the table with the biggest numbers year-to-date
- The Big Four is present with PwC, which takes the runner-up within Accountancy
To discover more insights and trends for the UK’s labour market, download the report now!
Latest reports
Tax – UK Finance Labour Market Trends Report, April 2025
Britain’s tax job market is surging amid sweeping 2025 policy changes, with tax vacancies up 14% year-over-year as employers race to adapt to rising NI contributions, new VAT rules, and the end of the remittance basis. Regional demand now outpaces London, accounting for 61% of projected openings nationwide.
Midlands – UK Regional Labour Market Trends, March 2025
Between 2023 and 2024, professional vacancies in the Midlands fell 9.0%, outpacing the national decline of 1.5%, with the West Midlands seeing the sharpest drop. Economic pressures, including retail closures and a slowdown in investment, have driven this regional contraction.
Internal Audit – UK Finance Labour Market Trends Report, March 2025
The UK internal audit job market is surging in early 2025, driven by regulatory pressure from ECCTA and FCPA updates. January saw a 70% spike in vacancies as firms scale up compliance, with demand expected to keep rising through the year.
