Tax Assistant - Graduate - Southampton - August 2025

Tax Assistant - Graduate - Southampton - August 2025

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. Our tax graduate apprenticeship programme is your gateway to a future, brimming with opportunities and new experiences.

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, helping 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, 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 include 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, collaborating with people right across the business and engaging directly with our clients.
• Enhancing 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.

As you near the end of your apprenticeship, you'll gain a deeper understanding of your chosen area of tax. This will be reflected in the complexity of your client portfolio and increased responsibilities, including the rewarding opportunity to help the next generation on their journey by mentoring junior team members.

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; and 104 UCAS points across 4 Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers or Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level) and a predicted/achieved undergraduate degree.
• A team-oriented mindset, curiosity about business operations, and the interplay between taxation, personal wealth, and financial goals.
• Determination to tackle challenges head-on and readiness for hard work necessary to become a Tax Adviser.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort with numbers, an analytical mindset, and an interest in tax legislation.
• Willingness to travel to client sites and other offices as required.

If that sounds like you, we know you’ll enjoy being part of Team Tax.

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

What we can offer you:

When you join Team Tax, you’ll enjoy a powerful combination of on-the-job learning and structured training – not to mention an impressive client list to work with. You'll discover a team culture that nurtures individuality and supports everyone to reach their potential. As part of Team Tax, you’ll always be moving forward.

• You’ll study towards the ACA, ATT, and/or CTA professional qualifications (depending on which bit of Team Tax you join). The study will be hard work, but the benefits will be worth it.
• As you grow in Team Tax, you’ll benefit from being mentored in a culture that wants you to be the best version of you, to grow and be part of RSM’s future.
• Alongside technical training, you will attend internal development training courses to ensure you have the professional and personal skills to become a trusted tax adviser.
• You’ll have access to lifestyle, health, and wellbeing, including financial wellbeing benefits which you can tailor to your requirements.

Please be aware that not all Tax business areas are available for all locations and for some offices we now have limited numbers of positions remaining. If we cannot meet the preference(s) outlined within your application, we will discuss this with you at the point of virtual assessment centre invitation.

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.

Disclaimer: RSM will only take one application into consideration per recruitment cycle. We do not accept multiple applications to different vacancies.

Diversity and Inclusion at RSM

At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience, and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.

About RSM

Thousands of personalities make up RSM and we believe the power of being you, is the power of being understood. Every member of our team brings unique insights and a passion for the middle market companies we champion.

As one of the world’s largest networks of audit, tax, and consulting firms, we deliver the big ideas and services that help middle market organisations thrive. Our global network spans more than 120 countries, but our passion is always the same: to help our clients move forward with confidence.

At RSM, we care about our people, it’s what shapes us. No two people are the same, which is why our approach is tailored to their specific needs, beyond the nine-to-five.

How to apply

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Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.