Junior Indirect Tax Consultant

Get your tax job before your diploma - Junior Tax Consultant

 

Place of work
Bratislava/ Zilina, Slovakia (occasional work from home)

Contract type
Full-time

Start date
September 2026

Salary conditions (gross)
EUR 1,600/month

 

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The opportunity

Your thesis isn’t even printed yet, and you’re already thinking about where you’ll work after graduation? Gain confidence by securing a full-time job offer before finishing your studies and jump-start your career in tax without waiting.

If you are a fifth-year university student eager to take control of your future, now is your chance to apply for a full-time Junior Tax Consultant position at EY, starting after the summer, in September 2026.

We don’t mind if you are new to the world of taxes – we will teach you the theory as part of our internal training and help you navigate and apply it in practice. As a member of our team, you will be at the center of the action right from the start and in contact with major companies. You can become a member of one of our tax teams:
• Transfer Pricing
• International Tax
• People Advisory Services
• Corporate Tax

How can you secure your place in a tax team at EY in Slovakia?

You need to fulfill one condition — pass our selection process.

• Send us your CV by 31 March.
• Complete a short online test.
• Join us at our EY office in Bratislava on 9 April for the Assessment Center (AC).
• By mid-April, you could be celebrating your new job!
• If so, we’ll welcome you on 1 September at the start of your career :)

What to expect during the AC:
• Interviews with professionals from our Tax & Law service lines
• A hands-on task where you can show your potential
• A real chance to soak up the atmosphere at EY
• And lunch together — of course, the bill is on us!

The best part?
You’ll know even before your final exams if you are joining us as a colleague starting September 2026.

 

Your key responsibilities

 

• Participation in interesting projects: You will be involved in projects that cover various focus areas, such as international taxation, HR audits, due diligence or transfer pricing. This involvement will provide you with excellent hands-on experience and insight into how these focus areas function in practice.
• Teamwork: You will work with colleagues from both Slovakia and other countries on tax due diligence and acquisition projects, as well as on initiatives to establish new processes that promote innovation.
• Communication with clients: You will have the opportunity to meet directly with clients and assist them in addressing their needs, which will enhance your communication skills.
• Contributing to legislative development: You will also be involved in drafting changes to tax laws, thereby helping to shape a more favorable business environment in Slovakia.
• Innovation and research: You will have the opportunity to assist with R&D projects, collaborate with modern firms, and prepare professional articles and discussions related to your area of expertise.
• Analyses and opinions: You will cooperate with experienced colleagues to prepare professional opinions and analyses for our clients.
• Family business insight: You will gain unique insights into successful Slovak family businesses and their operations.
• Education and growth: We place great emphasis on continuous learning, providing you with opportunities to participate in professional training and seminars.
• International experience: As part of your career, you may later be offered the opportunity to travel and work in other EY offices, providing you with the chance to gain truly valuable experience.

 

Skills and attributes for success

 

• You share our values.
• You find work an important part of your life.
• You are ambitious and have initiative.
• You are curious, you want to know how things work.
• You like to understand things and you want to move things forward.
• You like numbers, finances, auditing and consulting.
• Communication is your strength, you want to speak openly and are not afraid to ask.
• You look for solutions, not obstacles.
• You are a team player others can rely on.
• You can communicate in English and Slovak.

We do not look for experience, but for passion to learn and grow with us.

 

 

 

What we offer you

 

Education and technical support
• A sophisticated training program covering both technical and soft skills: You will be provided with opportunities to improve and gain invaluable insight.
• Professional learning: We pay certification fees, such as ACCA and CFA, because your expertise is our priority.
• iPhone 15 and laptop computer: You will be provided with modern and reliable partners for your work.
Excellent working conditions and flexibility
• Permanent position: We expect you to stay long-term; there are no hidden loopholes.
• Flexibility: Although we have set working hours, we are open to adjustments that make sense for both you and the team.
• Paid overtime: We value and compensate you for your overtime work.
• A hybrid 3 + 2 model: Our system of work is three days in the office and two days from home. This model supports effective team collaboration, facilitates your learning from others and allows for independent, undisturbed work at home.
• Darts in Košice, PlayStation in Žilina and a foosball table or a quality library in Bratislava — we know that we need a quality break if we are to perform well.
Vacation and bonuses
• Bonus leave: Enjoy up to five (5) additional days of bonus paid leave, beyond the legal requirements, for rest, traveling and to recharge.
• Annual bonus: We value your individual performance and reward you for your achievements.
• Bonus for referring successful employment candidates: You are the best partner to help us find new talent.
Benefits supporting sports, relaxation and mental health
EY Cafeteria — a benefit cafeteria from which you pay for what is important to you — health, sports including the MultiSport card, education, cultural activities or pension savings (DDS).
Mental health
• Weekly massages at work: Enjoy some relaxation during your workday.
• Coaching and psychological counseling for you and your family members: We care for your mental health and we have help ready for you if you are having personal or work problems.
Social activities
• Skiing and teambuilding: Every year, we organize a company-wide ski trip to Jasná, a great Christmas party and various teambuilding events to strengthen team spirit.
• Employee discounts: Take advantage of discounts from our partnering companies in various areas.
• Work anniversaries: We celebrate work anniversaries with above-standard recognition.

Our values:
Our values define what matters most to us and who we want to be. They have been with us for a long time, remain unchanged and serve as pillars in our daily work.

Who we are:
• People who demonstrate integrity, respect, teaming and inclusiveness
• People with energy, enthusiasm and the courage to lead
• People who build relationships based on doing the right thing

 

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

 

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

 

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