Tax Assistant - Graduate - Gatwick - September 2026

RSM UK; Crawley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consultancy in Crawley is seeking candidates for their tax graduate programme. This role offers a unique career path with on-the-job learning and structured training, where you will understand UK and international tax laws and help clients optimize their financial strategies. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, a team-oriented mindset, and a passion for taxation with the necessary academic qualifications. Opportunities for mentorship and professional growth are included.

Benefits

Study support for ACA, ATT, ADIT, and/or CTA qualifications

Mentorship and internal development courses

Tailored lifestyle, health, and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Strong interest in business and finance.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as required.
• Determination to overcome challenges and pass exams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Team Tax understanding UK and international tax laws.
• Provide real-world client solutions for tax optimization.
• Mentor junior team members as you progress.

Skills

Team-oriented mindset

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Interest in taxation

Education

Minimum of 112 UCAS points across 3 A Levels or equivalent

Honors degree or predicted honors degree

Job description

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax, and consulting firms, RSM delivers innovative ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a rapidly growing firm with ambitious goals to become the premier adviser to the middle market globally. Our vision motivates us to improve continually. If you are seeking a firm where you can build your future and make a significant impact, RSM is the place for you.

Make an impact at RSM UK - Tax

Our tax graduate programme offers a unique career path filled with challenges, growth opportunities, and new experiences. A career in tax involves more than advising; you will work within Team Tax to understand and apply UK and international tax laws to real-world client solutions, helping clients save money, mitigate risks, navigate reporting requirements, and create value.

You will collaborate with a team that understands the balance between exam training and work, providing support to help you excel. You’ll have the chance to work directly with clients, exploring their financial worlds, optimizing profits, managing tax risks, leveraging incentives, expanding globally, or planning tax-efficient exits. With AI advancements, your role will become increasingly vital.

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

By participating in Team Tax, you’ll develop your skills, knowledge, and capabilities, benefiting clients and your professional growth. As you progress, your responsibilities will increase, including mentoring junior team members and managing more complex client portfolios.

What we're looking for:

We value passion, personality, and originality alongside academic results. To be considered, you should have:

• A team-oriented mindset, curiosity about business and finance, and an interest in taxation, wealth, and financial goals
• A determination to overcome challenges and commit to passing your exams to become a business adviser
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Comfort with numbers, analytical skills, and an interest in law
• A minimum of 112 UCAS points across 3 A Levels or equivalent, or 104 UCAS points across 4 Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers or Irish Leaving Certificate, plus an honors degree or predicted honors degree
• Willingness to travel to client sites and other offices as required

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

The role starts on 22 September 2026. Our start dates are mandatory due to training requirements, ensuring you receive the best possible start.

What we can offer you:

Joining Team Tax means on-the-job learning, structured training, and access to a prestigious client list. Our culture supports individuality and growth, helping you reach your potential.

• Study towards ACA, ATT, ADIT, and/or CTA qualifications, with comprehensive support for exams
• Mentorship and a culture focused on your growth and success
• Internal development courses to build your professional and personal skills
• Tailored lifestyle, health, and wellbeing benefits

Learn more about our career pathways within our employability hub. Due to government policy changes in April 2024, applications are only accepted from individuals with the right to live and work in the UK. RSM considers only one application per recruitment cycle and does not accept multiple applications for different roles.

Diversity and Inclusion at RSM

We aim to foster a culture where everyone feels they can bring their true self to work. Our diverse teams bring broader perspectives and ideas, helping us better serve our clients and strengthen our firm’s culture.