You’ll work with a wide variety of clients, including individuals, trusts, family offices and estates, gaining first-hand experience of how tax affairs are managed and reported. Working alongside colleagues in Financial Planning and Tax Advisory, you’ll see how different teams come together to support clients, while developing your technical knowledge, confidence and commercial understanding.
Does this sound like you?
Do you enjoy analysing information, spotting patterns and solving problems?
Are you curious about business and finance, and keen to understand how individuals and entrepreneurs make financial decisions?
Do you have a strong eye for detail and take pride in producing accurate, high-quality work?
Would you enjoy meeting business owners, building relationships and learning what matters to their businesses?
Are you a clear communicator and collaborative team player who enjoys sharing ideas and learning from others?
Are you curious about technology, data and AI, and how they can improve the way we work?
Do you take ownership, adapt to change and look for ways to improve?
To apply for our School Leaver Apprenticeship, you’ll need
GCSE Maths and English Language at Grade 4/C or equivalent.
A minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points achieved or predicted from your top three A Levels, BTECs, Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers, or other recognised Level 3 qualifications.
We know everyone’s circumstances are different. If exceptional circumstances have affected your academic results, we’ll consider the context you provide as part of your application.
What you'll work on
Help individuals, entrepreneurs and families manage their tax responsibilities and achieve their financial goals.
Prepare tax returns and analyse financial information, building your understanding of how tax is reported and managed.
Meet and work with business owners, learning about their businesses, ambitions and financial priorities.
Build strong client relationships and develop the confidence to explain complex information clearly.
Gain experience across personal tax, trusts and estates, UK and international advisory, and tax assurance.
Use data, technology and AI-powered tools to work efficiently and enhance the client experience.
Take on more responsibility as you progress, developing your technical knowledge and supporting clients with increasingly complex needs.
Your development and benefits
You do not need to be a tax expert before you join. We’ll help you build your knowledge through professional study, practical client work and day-to-day support from your team.
Develop technical knowledge through funded ATT/CTA study, structured training and study leave.
Learn in a supportive team, with access to a buddy, mentor and colleagues who will help you settle in. Put your learning into practice through real client work and see how your contribution supports clear and valuable outcomes. You will benefit from balanced study and client work with structured support, regular check-ins and practical guidance.
Build digital confidence by learning how tax technology, data and automation support modern client work.
Ready to turn your curiosity into a career? Join a team where you'll work with real clients, embrace new technologies and build the skills to become a trusted adviser of the future.
Tax - Tax Private Client School Leaver Apprenticeship - London - September 2027 employer: Forvis Mazars
Forvis Mazars is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and development within a dynamic and inclusive work culture. Located in Birmingham, our team thrives on collaboration and innovation, offering extensive training opportunities and the chance to work with a diverse client base. Join us to be part of a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, and you can make a meaningful impact on the success of SME businesses.
