Graduate and Undergraduate Tax Programs

Description

Graduate and Undergraduate Tax Program

Location: Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane

Start date: Early 2026

About Us

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a leading independent global professional services firm specializing in turnaround management, performance improvement, corporate advisory and tax advisory services. With over 11,000 professionals across North America, Europe, Asia, Latin America and Australia, A&M excels in problem-solving and value creation. Our professionals work closely with organizations and stakeholders to tackle complex business issues and maximize value.

As part of A&M’s global expansion, our Australian Tax Group launched in February 2024 and has now grown to over 120 tax professionals across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide.

A&M's Tax team is comprised of former Big Four accounting firm and industry tax professionals experienced in providing practical tax advice across all industries including private equity, private clients, infrastructure, mining, healthcare, financial institutions, energy, environmental services, technology, and education.

By utilising an integrated approach with A&M professionals with deep operating and financial-related experience, the team uses a focused and tailored approach to rapidly identify and understand our clients’ needs and areas of specific interest.

Our Values

From inception, the strategy of A&M has been underpinned by our core values:

• Integrity - Never let financial gain compromise integrity.
• Quality - Always value quality people and quality work.
• Objectivity - Do your homework before you form conclusions.
• Fun - Like what you do and with whom you ado it.
• Personal Reward - Perform interesting work with interesting people and achieve results that matter.
• Inclusive Diversity - Embrace diversity, foster inclusiveness and reward merit.

Position overview: Graduate and undergraduate tax programs

We are seeking top-performing students with a strong interest in tax to join our dynamic team to launch their careers in early 2026. Designed for university graduates and current students who are at least two years into their studies who are eager to gain professional experience, A&M’s Tax programs include the opportunity to work within all teams in the Australian A&M Tax practice, along with formal, regular training and development, structured performance evaluations, mentoring support, and networking opportunities to enhance your on-the-job learning.

Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:

• Research, write and assist with various tax advisory engagements, including but not limited to, complex tax and structuring advice.
• Undertake tax due diligence to identify key tax risks and potential ‘deal breakers’ and develop mitigation strategies in an M&A context.
• Assist clients with the preparation and review of their tax compliance obligations.
• Assist clients with all forms of engagement with revenue authorities, including strategic advice on managing complex tax risks.
• Assist with business development efforts such as preparing marketing materials to drive the continued growth of A&M in Australia and supporting client proposals and pitches.
• Participate in meetings and conference calls with clients and the global A&M team.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Currently at least two years into your bachelor’s or master’s degree in law, commerce, accounting, taxation (or a related degree).
• Prior work experience in accounting, tax or law is looked upon favourably but not required.

Qualities we look for:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate to senior members of clients and colleagues.
• Ability to collaborate with team members of diverse backgrounds across offices and lines of service.
• Ability to work independently in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Ability to exceed client expectations and deliver high-quality client service.
• Highly analytical mindset and ability to think critically.
• Strong project management skills.
• Team-oriented personality.
• Professional in style and demeanor.
• A strong willingness to learn.
• Motivated and effective in a fast-paced culture.

What we offer

• Competitive base salary (exceeds Big Four) and bonus structure.
• Full time roles available across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. Part-time roles also available for the right candidate.
• A highly-talented team who are passionate about graduate development in both tax technical skills and commercial acumen.
• Continuous support in a collaborative environment, broad learning and training opportunities and unique experiences across a diverse range of clients and industries.
• A strong culture that is underpinned by collaboration, integrity, and excellence. It is upheld by every team member and reflects A&M’s core values (Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity).
• Future secondment opportunities with clients and A&M throughout our global network.

Application process

We will need your cover letter outlining why you are interested in a career in tax and confirming your qualifications as specified above, resume (maximum of 2 pages) and most recent academic transcript as part of your application. Once you have expressed your interest one of team will be in touch. We may be able to be flexible on location and starting dates for the right candidate.

We intend to commence application screening from Monday 28 April 2025 onwards. Due to the limited number of positions available, we strongly encourage you to submit your application as soon as practicable.

***Applications close Thursday 17th April (12.59pm EST) ***

Please attach your Cover Letter, CV and Transcripts along with your application.

If you are experiencing any technical difficulties with your application, please email au-a&[email protected] prior to Thursday 17th April 2025 (3pm EST).

You will require full Australian working rights to be eligible to apply for our Graduate Analyst vacancies (485 Visa holders will be accepted as part of the application process).

Diversity & Inclusion

A&M’s entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M’s core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are the main reasons our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity, and we foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day. It runs through how we recruit, develop employees, conduct business, support clients, and partner with vendors. It is the A&M way.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is Alvarez & Marsal’s practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws. Employees and Applicants can find A&M policy statements and additional information by region here.

Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters

Please note that as per A&M policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening and in alignment with our Inclusive Diversity values. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that A&M will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.