Overview
Inland Revenue is recruiting Christchurch-based recent graduates for an 18-month Customer Compliance Specialist graduate programme starting 1 February 2027, leading into a permanent career in tax compliance.
Full job description
The role investigates and resolves tax-compliance issues, interprets legislation and financial data, supports customers and tax agents, identifies risks and prepares casework where needed. The structured programme combines training, project work and day-to-day responsibilities.
Requirements & qualifications
Applicants must be Christchurch-based, have completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree within the last 12 months and have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand. The online application requires a CV, university transcript and cover letter.
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Verified on the official New Zealand Government Jobs page; listed 17 August 2026. Applications are processed on a rolling basis and the graduate programme begins 1 February 2027.
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