Tax Assistant - School

Overview

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

Tax Assistant - School / College Leaver - Milton Keynes - September 2026

Make an Impact at RSM UK – Tax

Envision pursuing a career path where each day presents a unique challenge, a chance for growth and opportunities. Our tax school / college 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 to 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 work with a team of people who understand the balance of exam training and work.

Within many teams there will be other school leavers who have joined Team Tax in the last few years to support you and ensure you can deliver your best. You’ll have the opportunity to work directly with clients, exploring how to maximise post-tax profits, manage tax risks in a complex business environment, harness tax incentives to reduce liability, expand global reach, navigate international tax rules and plan a seamless tax-efficient exit.

Each client interaction is a chance to make a real impact, with the advance of AI, your role is increasingly important.

Our specialist 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.

Whatever your chosen specialism, 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 noticing it, you’ll enhance your skills, knowledge and capabilities, benefiting both our clients and your own professional development, learning to be responsive, meet deadlines, communicate effectively and uphold high standards to consistently exceed colleague and client expectations.

As you progress through 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 mentor junior team members.

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 skills, experience and qualifications should include:

• A team-oriented mindset, curiosity about business/financial operations, and the interplay between taxation, personal wealth, and financial goals
• A determination to tackle challenges head-on and apply yourself in readiness for the hard work necessary to pass your exams and become a business adviser
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Being comfortable with numbers, an analytical mindset and an interest in the law
• 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)

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).

The start date for this role is on 22 September 2026. 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.

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 ATT qualification for the first two years and then towards ACA or CTA professional qualifications (depending on which area of Tax you join). The study will be hard work, but…