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Tax Assistant - Graduate - Cambridge - September 2026

3 days ago

Cambridge

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 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, help clients save money, mitigate tax risks, navigate the complex landscape of reporting requirements and help create value. Everyday you’ll work with a team of people who have been where you’ve been and understand the balance of exam training and work. The team are there to support you and ensure you can deliver your best. 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, manage their tax risks in increasingly complex business environment, harness tax incentives to reduce their overall tax liability, 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 and with the advance of AI, your role is increasingly more important Our specialist 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. 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 even 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 programme, 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're 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 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) and an obtained or predicted honours degree, • 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 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 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. 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, ADIT and/or CTA professional qualifications (depending on which area of Team Tax you join). The exam 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 business adviser., • You’ll have access to lifestyle, health and wellbeing (including financial) benefits which you can tailor to your requirements. 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 can only accept applications from individuals with an existing, permanent, right to live and work in the UK for this role. 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.

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