The Talent Pool.
Your path to the ACA.
If your training contract has been cancelled due to an exam policy, we help talented ACA students find their "new home in practice" fast.
Get matched with great firms that value your experience and are ready to support you through to full qualification.
Brilliant people stumble. Careers do not have to.
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For Candidates
Three simple steps to your next role. No recruiter spam, no wasted interviews.
Complete in under 5 minutesBy applying through The Talent Pool, you'll become part of an ICAEW-backed, trusted network of pre-qualified talent presented directly to employers. This helps ensure your application receives the appropriate visibility and enables employers to identify and review your profile more efficiently than through traditional direct application routes.
For Employers
Find exceptional ACA students who are part way through their qualification and ready to contribute from day one. We do the heavy lifting so you can focus on what matters - growing your practice.
Every candidate is vetted for experience, qualifications, and career goals before you see them.
No more sifting through irrelevant applications. Get shortlists that match your requirements.
Lower recruitment costs with our streamlined matching process and success-based pricing.
All candidates are part way through their ACA qualification, with verified credentials and genuine intent to join your firm.
How it works
A straightforward process designed to save you time and connect you with the right candidates quickly. No noise, no wasted effort — just quality matches.
Tell us what you need — experience level, location, specialist areas, and team culture.
Our team reviews candidates, verifies credentials, and assesses cultural fit for your firm.
Get a curated list of pre-qualified candidates who match your specific requirements.
Meet candidates who are genuinely interested and ready to join your team.
Supporting trainees through transition
When a training contract ends after exam results, it does not need to be a negative experience. We can support trainees into an appropriate next role at no cost to you, helping them move forward constructively while protecting your firm's reputation and relationships.