Tax Assistant - Placement - Edinburgh - August 2025

Cooper & Hall Limited; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000

Job description

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions -- we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.

Make an Impact at RSM UK – Tax

Envision pursuing a career path where each day presents a unique challenge, a chance for growth and filled with possibilities. Join our consulting team on a 12-month paid placement as part of your sandwich degree course and gain hands-on experience.

A career in tax is more than just becoming a tax adviser, you’ll be part of Team Tax, diving into the intricate world of tax laws, both in the UK and internationally, applying them into real-life solutions for our clients, help clients save money, mitigate tax risks, navigate the complex landscape of reporting requirements and help create value.

You’ll have the opportunity to work directly with clients. For individuals you’ll immerse yourself in their unique financial world, uncovering the secrets behind family wealth, how it’s built, nurtured, and passed down to future generations. For companies, you’ll explore how they can maximise post tax profits, for stakeholders, harness tax incentives, expand their global reach navigating international tax rules or even plan a seamless tax-efficient exit. Each client interaction is a chance to make a real impact.

Our business areas within Team Tax includes VAT/Indirect Tax, Employer Solutions, Private Client Services, Corporate Tax, Innovation and Creative Sector Reliefs, Transfer Pricing, Capital Allowances and Tax Investigations.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Being part of Team Tax, you’ll collaborate with people right across the business and engage directly with our clients.
• Without even noticing it, you’ll enhance your skills, knowledge, and capabilities, benefiting both our clients and your own professional development, learning to uphold high standards, be responsive, meet deadlines and communicate effectively to consistently exceed expectations.

Join Team Tax and help shape our future and gain valuable experience as you take the next steps in your career.

What we are looking for:

At RSM, we don't just look for good exam results. We think passion, personality and originality are just as important.

To be considered for this opportunity, your qualifications, skills & experience will include:

• A minimum of 112 UCAS points across 3 A Levels or an equivalent level 3 qualification; or 104 UCAS points across 4 Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers or Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level) and a predicted/obtained honours degree.
• A team-oriented mindset, curiosity about business operations, and the interplay between taxation, personal wealth, and financial goals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort with numbers, an analytical mindset and an interest in tax legislation.
• Must be willing to travel to client sites and other offices as required.

If that sounds like you, we know you’ll enjoy being part of our team.

Please note, RSM does not accept General Studies, AS levels or the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ).

What we can offer you:

You’ll discover a culture that nurtures individuality and an environment where everyone is supported to reach their potential. With us, you’ll always be moving forward.

• Build a network of contacts and gain advice from our expert mentors.
• You’ll also have access to lifestyle, health, and wellbeing benefits which you can tailor to your requirements.
• If you perform well, you could be given the opportunity to join one of our graduate training programmes.

To learn more about the different areas of the tax profession, view our career pathways within our employability hub.

Following changes to government policy in April 2024, we only accept applications from individuals with an existing, permanent, right to live and work in the UK.

The start date for this role is Tuesday 26th August 2025. Please note, our start dates are mandatory due to the internal and professional training you receive upon joining the firm, to offer you the best start to your career with us.