Early Careers
Your Career. Your Way.
Shape a future that fits your life. Explore opportunities, discover new skills, and grow with us. From work experience to apprenticeships, and internships to graduates – we’ve got a place for you.
Ready to join a Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer? Let’s get started.
When you join us, we don’t just slot you into a role; we give you your own personal development plan. We are an Investors in People Gold award holder and Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer, meaning we’re fully committed to providing you with specific tools and training you need to succeed.
You can feel it here. The humanity, the culture. Just how much we value our people as our greatest asset. You’ll have hands-on experience and real influence on business decisions. It’s high-level work, but you’ll have the "unrivalled" support of our managers and dedicated Learning & Development team.
We’re all here to help you build a long and successful career.
We Do Careers Differently
Your journey doesn’t have to follow a straight line. We offer flexibility, real responsibility, and support that feels personal.
- Tailored development plans: We don't do "one size fits all."
- Real responsibility from day one: Your work makes an impact immediately.
- A team invested in your success: Mentorship and buddy systems to guide you.
- Competitive salary and rewards
- Professional development
- Wellbeing support
Your Future Starts Here
We know ambition takes many forms, so we offer variety. Whether you’re looking to dive into Audit, Accounting or Tax we provide the platform across our 19 regional offices. We work with everyone, from big tech companies to local family shops, meaning your experience will be just as diverse as our client base.
Ready to take the first step? Browse our current openings and find the path that suits you.
What our colleagues say
We're committed to delivering the best client experience. Hear from those who have worked with us and discover how we've helped them achieve their goals.
Fern Varah
AAT - Level 3
"I’m currently working towards my Level 3 AAT End Point Assessment and will soon be starting my Level 4 AAT qualification. Armstrong Watson has been a great place to complete my apprenticeship. I have received lots of great training not only for my Level 3 AAT qualification, but also for developing key personal skills like communication and organisation, which has really supported my personal growth and overall development. Also, everyone at Armstrong Watson is very friendly and wants you to succeed which creates a really positive and supportive work environment.”
Oliver Beattie
AAT - Level 4
“I have been at AW since July 2025 and am currently working towards my ATT Level 4. So far, I have completed one of my computer-based exams and found that the study period leading up to the exam was very helpful as what I was learning was instantly applicable to my day-to-day work as a tax compliance assistant. I am enjoying my time as an apprentice at AW as the job is very varied and the team I work within is great. Alongside my work and studies, it is also nice to get to know the other apprentices I work with and play some pool on our lunch break. Overall AW is a great place to be an apprentice.”
Abigail Graham
Business Services Manager
"I joined Armstrong Watson straight after completing my A Levels, starting my career as an Accounts Assistant Trainee in 2015. Over the next three years, I completed my AAT qualification before progressing on to study for my ACA in 2018 while working within the audit team. After qualifying, I returned to Business Services as an Assistant Manager and was promoted to Manager in 2025. I also relocated from the Carlisle office to the Kendal office in May 2025, a move I’ve thoroughly enjoyed."
Meet the Team
If you’re looking for a place to grow, and shape the future of Accounting, we’d love to hear from you.
