Tax Specialist

Job Title : Tax Specialist Pay Scale : Administrative 1 Closing Date : 02-Mar-2026 12:00 Contact Email : recruit@tcd.ie Trinity is Ireland’s leading university and is ranked 75th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026). Founded in 1592, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years. Trinity College Dublin- an introduction. Post ID: 038926 Post Summary: The Financial Services Division (FSD) wishes to appoint a Taxation Specialist on a fixed 3-year contract.  The successful person will work as part of the Finance Operations Team and will be expected to operate as a member of a highly motivated team. The successful candidate will initially provide professional tax advice and compliance across all areas of activity as required. Post status: 3 Year Fixed-Term Contract This role is newly established to support University compliance in all aspects of tax legislation across a broad range of tax headings and activities, including research services, and will be responsible for all areas of tax administration, together with related duties directly connected to the delivery of the University’s tax compliance function. This role is not offered on a permanent basis as it will operate within a new service model, of which the long-term requirements have yet to be established. Therefore, the function of this role as outlined will be subject to a review and it may not continue in its current form. Hours of Post: 35 hours per week Salary: This appointment will be made on the Administrative 1 (Points 1-3), Salary Scale (€70,942 - €91,774 per annum) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. (tcd.ie) How to apply: To assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (maximum one A4 page) that specifically addresses the following points: - Clearly outline relevant experience and how this experience has contributed to their knowledge. - Demonstrate, through past examples, their ability to work on their own initiative and to resolve problems. Applicants who do not address these requirements in their cover letter will not be considered at the shortlisting stage. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Please see the Job Description below for this position . Informal enquiries about this post should be made to Jillian Heery, Financial Operations Manager, at E: jheery@tcd.ie Application queries about this post, please email Helena Morris, Recruitment Partner at E: recruit@tcd.ie and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading. Our Values - putting our words into action Values matter. They are key to the success of our Strategic Plan. We centre our behavioural values around the importance of belonging. We recognise that the university will thrive by each of us respecting and caring for one another. We know we can achieve much more through working together. We know too that we must take responsibility for our actions and be accountable. We must, and will never stop, imagining. And through being nature positive we connect not just with the environment but with our ambitions for a sustainable future. At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities, those who have followed non-traditional career paths, and those who have taken time out for reasons such as family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants, including those who have been displaced due to conflict or war. Trinity College Dublin is Ireland’s premier university. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and hold an Athena Swan Silver Award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and across the higher education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work–life balance and creating a family-friendly working environment Further Information Filesize Information for Applicants 465.5 Job Description 214.1 Return to Search Apply for Job