Tax School Leaver Apprenticeship - Stoke - September 2027
RSM · Midlands · ST1 5BB
About the role
Join 'Team Tax' 🚀: Straight-talking, collaborative, and built for people who want to make an impact from day one. This is your spot to learn fast, contribute early, and keep moving forward.
Tax is evolving at lightning speed! ⚡️ Think AI, global regulations, sustainability, private wealth, and international growth. The decisions our clients make now have real consequences, meaning your work here genuinely matters. Our tax school/college leaver apprenticeship programme is your launchpad to a future packed with opportunities and fresh experiences.
You'll dive deep into technical expertise, work directly with clients, and transform complex tax rules into clear, actionable advice. 💡
You won't be going it alone! In Team Tax, collaboration is our superpower. 💪 You’ll learn from mentors who've been exactly where you are and understand the hustle of balancing client work, studies, and exams. They're here to help you build confidence, ask anything, and smash your goals.
Our specialist areas include VAT/indirect tax, employer solutions, private client services, corporate tax, innovation reliefs, transfer pricing, capital allowances, and tax investigations – so there's tons of space to discover your niche! 🔍
IMPORTANT: For this location, the only area available is Capital Allowances.
### The Role
No matter your focus, you'll be:
- Teaming up with clients and colleagues on both compliance and advisory projects.
- Building expertise across UK and international tax, backed by our global network. 🌐
- Developing the confidence, judgement, and technical skills to become a trusted business advisor.
- Leveraging digital tools to work smarter and deliver extra value to our clients. 💻
### What We're Looking For
We’re searching for curious, motivated individuals eager to jump in. You don't need prior tax experience; we've got the training, support, and hands-on experience to kickstart your career.
To be considered, you’ll need:
- A minimum of 112 UCAS points across 3 A levels (or equivalent Level 3 qualification).
- A minimum of 104 UCAS points across four Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers or an Irish Leaving Certificate (higher level).
- The permanent right to live and work in the UK. 🇬🇧
- A willingness to travel to client sites and other offices when needed. ✈️
Please note: RSM does not accept General Studies, AS levels, or the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) for this application.
Your start date is 14 September 2027. This date is essential as the training you receive from day one is crafted to set you up for the best possible career start with us.
### What We Can Offer You
You'll get structured training, professional qualifications, and real client experience in a team where your voice is always heard. 📣 We'll support you to grow your technical knowledge, build commercial confidence, and forge a career that feels uniquely yours.
- Study towards the ATT qualification for the first two years, then progress to ACA or CTA (depending on your tax specialism).
- Learn through a blend of client work, structured training (including paid study leave!), college time, mentoring, and internal development programmes.
- Access a range of lifestyle, health, and wellbeing benefits, including financial wellbeing support, which you can tailor to your needs. 🌟
### Apply
Heads up: We can only consider one application per person per recruitment cycle.
To apply and discover more, hit the 'apply' button. Psst... applications might close before the deadline, so don't wait – apply early to avoid missing out! 🏃💨
Key responsibilities
- Work directly with clients and colleagues on compliance and advisory.
- Turn complex tax rules into clear, practical advice.
- Build expertise across UK and international tax.
- Develop confidence, judgement, and technical skills.
- Utilise digital tools to work smarter and add value for clients.