Taxation experts SOC 2423
Taxation experts (SOC 2423) qualifies for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Your employer must pay at least the going rate of £48,500 per year. Scroll down for salary benchmarks, the visa rules, and live jobs from licensed sponsors.
What does a taxation expert do?
Taxation experts advise on tax matters and assess tax liabilities.
Typical tasks
- examines accounts of industrial, commercial and other establishments to determine their tax liability and adjusts claims where necessary
- considers particular problems concerning all forms of personal and company taxation
- stays abreast of all changes in tax law and precedent
- discusses disputed cases with accountants and other specialists
- represents Government, client or employer in contested claims before tax officials or an independent tribunal
Typical entry routes and qualifications
Entry is possible with GCSEs/S grades or a BTEC/ SQA award, although many entrants possess a degree or equivalent qualification. A professional qualification is required in either accountancy or taxation. Training is undertaken on-the-job and usually takes approximately four years to complete.
Visa sponsorship requirements
UK market salary · ASHE 2025
What taxation experts earn in the UK
UK market basic pay at a glance
How visa salary requirements compare to what employers pay.
Most taxation experts in the UK earn between £37,596 and ~£64,948 in basic pay. For Skilled Worker visa holders, the minimum salary (going rate) for this role is £48,500 (SOC 2423), sitting at the 45th percentile of what UK employers pay and £2,772 below the median.
All figures are before tax. Calculate your take-home pay.
How to get sponsored as a taxation expert
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Find a licensed sponsor on Hunt UK Visa Sponsors
Browse our register of UK companies with an active sponsor licence. Filter by industry, size, sponsor rating, and whether they're currently hiring taxation experts, so you only apply where a visa is actually on the table.
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Confirm the salary meets the £48,500 going rate
Your employer must pay whichever is higher: the going rate for SOC 2423 (£48,500) or the general Skilled Worker threshold of £41,700 per year.
New entrants and ISL roles may qualify for a lower rate. See the New entrant & discount rates section below.
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Receive a Certificate of Sponsorship
Your sponsor issues a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS), a reference number the Home Office uses to check the job offer, salary, and duties line up with an eligible SOC code.
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Apply for a Skilled Worker visa at gov.uk
Submit the Skilled Worker visa application online within 3 months of your CoS assignment date. You'll also book a biometric appointment and pay the immigration health surcharge.
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Move to the UK and start work
Travel to the UK before your CoS start date and begin working for the sponsor named on the certificate.
New entrant & discount rates
If you're under 26, switching from a Student visa, or a recent UK graduate, your employer can pay the new entrant rate of £35,400 (70% of the going rate) for up to four years.
Roles under SOC 2423
Recent jobs under SOC 2423
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Frequently asked questions
Can taxation experts get a UK Skilled Worker visa?
Yes. Taxation experts roles fall under SOC 2423 (Higher Skilled), so they qualify for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Your employer will need a sponsor licence and must pay at least the going rate for this occupation.
What salary do taxation experts need for visa sponsorship?
The going rate for Taxation experts (SOC 2423) is £48,500 (£24.87 per hour). Occupation rate applies. Your employer must pay whichever is higher: this going rate or the general Skilled Worker threshold of £41,700 per year.
What job titles are covered by SOC 2423?
SOC 2423 covers a range of taxation experts roles, including: Taxation experts. Keep in mind that the Home Office matches jobs by duties rather than title alone. Two roles with the same title can fall under different SOC codes depending on the actual work involved.
Is there a lower salary for new graduates entering taxation experts roles?
Yes. If you're under 26, a recent graduate, or switching from a Student visa, you count as a "new entrant" and your employer only needs to pay 70% of the going rate (with an absolute floor of £33,400/year — the new-entrant minimum cannot go below that). For Taxation experts, that works out to £35,400. The discount lasts up to four years.
Where can I find taxation experts jobs with UK visa sponsorship?
We list Taxation experts roles from companies with a Home Office sponsor licence. Scroll down to see what's currently open, or search our full jobs database for more visa-sponsored positions across the UK.
This information is provided as guidance only and should not be treated as legal advice. Eligibility criteria and salary thresholds are based on the latest published government data. Always verify with the official UK government guidance or seek professional immigration advice.