School Leaver Programme, Business Tax - Bristol (Sept 2027)

Why Start Your Career at S&W?

Starting your career is about more than just a job. It's about the people you learn from, the relationships you build and the experiences that shape you. Whether that's passing an exam, achieving a personal milestone or celebrating success with your colleagues, you'll be part of a team that's invested in your growth, celebrates your achievements and supports you to be yourself.

At S&W, you'll be given meaningful responsibility from the start, alongside the support and guidance needed to help you succeed. You'll learn from experienced colleagues, develop valuable professional skills and build confidence as your career progresses.

As one of the UK's fastest-growing accountancy and advisory firms, we offer a balance of opportunity and support. You'll learn from people at every level of the business, gain exposure to a variety of clients, industries and experiences, and develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to build a successful career.

No previous experience in accountancy, finance or professional services is required. We're looking for people with the right attitude and potential to succeed. If you're curious, eager to learn and ready to challenge yourself, we'll provide the training, support and opportunities to help you make the most of your potential.

The Business Tax team at S&W

Our Business Tax Services team supports a wide range of organisations, from entrepreneurial and family-owned businesses to large and international organisations across a variety of industries.

What sets Business Tax Services at S&W apart is the breadth of experience you'll gain early in your career. You'll work with a variety of organisations, industries and tax matters, giving you exposure to a range of business challenges and opportunities. This breadth of experience will help you develop both technical expertise and commercial awareness, while building a strong foundation for a long-term career in tax.

What Will You Be Doing?

As part of our Business Tax Services team, you'll help clients navigate an increasingly complex tax landscape. You'll learn how tax legislation applies in real-world situations and how businesses manage their tax obligations while pursuing their commercial objectives.

Alongside your role, you'll study towards the Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) qualification, a prestigious qualification equivalent to a Level 7 Master's degree. Through a combination of professional training and practical experience, you'll build a strong foundation in tax, accountancy and wider business advisory services.