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# Level 7 Chartered Pathway Programme (Start Ahead) - Trainee Accountant / Tax Adviser at Armstrong Watson

Department: Business Services

**Setup**
: On-site

**Location**
: Carlisle, England

**Type**
: Full-time

**Level**
: entry

**Posted**
: Aug 20, 2026

## Description

Armstrong Watson is recruiting for its Start Ahead Early Careers programme, a six-year trainee pathway for ambitious students beginning in September 2027. The programme offers a full salary, fully funded professional qualifications, training, and placements leading to Chartered Accountant or Chartered Tax Adviser status. Candidates may follow the Accountancy Pathway (AAT Levels 3 and 4, then ACA) or the Taxation Pathway (AAT Level 3, then ATT and CTA). The role is based in one of five regional offices—Glasgow, Carlisle, Newcastle, Leeds, or Manchester—and requires client-facing work, professional development, and eventual access to a personal vehicle.

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