There is a slight chance of setting up as a tax consultant. The more usual route is to join a consultancy partnership. Training includes practical work, assessment and exams. Usually Fast Stream trainees complete training in 4 years and those recruited through the inspector training programme 5 - 7 years. Following training, a range of opportunities exist such as specialist tax work in large companies, management and tax policy advice work.
Fast stream is geared to progression into senior civil service.
Working hours and conditions Typically includes mainly 9-5 possibly with some extra hours Mostly in district tax offices. Some posts involve working on your own initiative, exercising judgment and discretion. Visits to a wide variety of business premises is also required. Jobs are available in most areas Inspectors work throughout the country, but recruitment is limited to areas where it is necessary in any given year. Lifestyle implications Business dress is required.