Consulting School Leaver Apprenticeship - Bristol - September 2027 - Aat
RSM · South West · BS1 6DG
About the role
Your Future Starts Here: Entry-Level Consulting Opportunity 🚀
Finished school and wondering "What's next?" 🤔 University is an option, but it's not the only path! This is your chance to jumpstart your career, earn money, and keep learning by tackling challenges you never thought possible right out of school. In consulting, the learning journey never stops! 💡
What is Consulting?
Businesses today are facing rapid changes in tech 💻, regulations ⚖️, economic shifts 📈, and evolving customer expectations. They need sharp minds who can connect dots, understand complex operations, and solve problems that don't have easy answers. That’s where you come in! From day one, you'll dive into real client projects, learn from seasoned pros, and grow your responsibilities as your confidence soars. Much of your growth will happen through hands-on experience: client meetings, team discussions, and collaborating with colleagues who are experts at helping organisations overcome tough hurdles. 💪
Your Starting Point:
You’ll kick off your journey in one of our two key areas:
- Finance Function Support: Help organisations build rock-solid financial confidence, ensuring their reporting is accurate, compliant, and future-ready. 📊
- Risk and Governance: Guide businesses in navigating complex risks and ensuring they meet regulatory standards. 🛡️
You'll develop a versatile skill set that can launch you anywhere within the world of Consulting. Learn more about each area here: [Link to more info]
What You Could Be Doing:
You’ll be hands-on, spending your weekdays in the office or with clients – because that’s where the magic happens! ✨ You'll work alongside experienced professionals who will support, challenge, and help you build confidence every step of the way.
Depending on your chosen path, you might be:
- Crafting essential financial statements and ensuring compliance. 📝
- Transforming raw financial data into clear insights that empower clients to make smart decisions. 🧠
- Connecting with people across all levels of an organisation, from the front lines to top leadership. 🤝
- Conducting interviews, sifting through documents, analyzing data, and assessing how organisations manage risk. 🧐
- Participating in the full audit and assurance process, from initial planning to presenting your findings. ✅
- Delivering practical recommendations that help organisations improve their operations. 🛠️
What We're Looking For:
You don't need years of experience or a crystal-clear five-year plan. We're seeking individuals who are:
- Curious: Always asking "why" and eager to understand more. 🤔
- Proactive: Ready to jump in and get involved. 👋
- Collaborative: Thrive in a team environment and enjoy working with others. 🧑🤝🧑
Essential Requirements:
- Minimum of 112 UCAS points from three A levels (or equivalent level 3 qualification), OR 104 UCAS points from four Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers, OR an Irish Leaving Certificate (higher level).
- You must have existing permanent permission to live and work in the UK. 🇬🇧
- A willingness to travel to client sites and other offices as needed. ✈️
*(Note: RSM does not accept General Studies, AS levels, or the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) for this role.)*
Your career adventure begins on September 14, 2027. This start date is crucial, as our comprehensive training program is designed to give you the best possible launchpad. 🚀
What We Offer:
Get ready for structured training, professional qualifications, and real-world client experience within a supportive team where your voice matters. 🗣️ We’re committed to helping you grow your technical skills, build commercial confidence, and craft a career that’s uniquely yours.
- Study towards the AAT qualification. 📚
- Learn through a dynamic mix of client work, paid study leave, college time, mentorship, and internal development programs. 🎓
- Access a range of lifestyle, health, and wellbeing benefits, including financial support, that you can customize to your needs. ❤️
Your career isn't about having all the answers before you start; it's about being ready to learn. 🌱
Ready to Apply?
If you're looking for a career where you'll earn, learn, and make a real impact from day one, we’d be thrilled to hear from you! Join RSM and start building your future today. 🌟
- *Please note: We can only consider one application per person per recruitment cycle.*
- *Apply early! Applications may close before the stated deadline.*
Click the apply button to submit your application and discover more. ➡️
Key responsibilities
- Preparing statutory financial statements and supporting financial reporting and compliance activities
- Turning financial information into meaningful insight
- Meeting people at every level of an organisation
- Conducting interviews, reviewing documents, analysing data and testing how organisations manage risk
- Taking part in the full audit and assurance lifecycle