Consulting Placement Programme - Edinburgh - August 2025

Are you ready to embark on a journey that will equip you with the skills and knowledge to seize a future filled with opportunities? Join our consulting team on a 12-month paid placement as part of your sandwich degree course and gain hands-on experience., Our Consulting team have ambitious growth plans, and we want you to be part of our journey. You would be joining the consulting team at an exciting time as we strengthen and grow our six solutions: business transformation, deal services, finance function support, risk and governance, forensic and investigation services, and restructuring. Our team of experts work collaboratively to provide tailored and client-centric solutions, delivering a premium service through every interaction, giving our clients confidence as they build sustainable, future-fit businesses.

You'll work closely with multiple stakeholders; internally with your own team and as well as our six solutions and wider RSM; and externally with our clients and key intermediaries, providing a solution focused approach to drive success for our clients and our firm. You'll learn to deliver data-driven, bespoke insights, value-add assurance and high-quality execution.

You'll make an impact by:

Developing valuable transferable skills by working across our dynamic, multi-disciplinary teams and applying your skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional client experience.

Using your digital and analytical skills to deliver innovative and impactful solutions while ensuring the successful delivery of premium projects.

Join Team Consulting and help shape our future and gain valuable experience as you take the next steps in your career.

Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday life and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you!

We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here's what we're looking for in our ideal candidate:

• 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 a predicted honours degree.


• Curious and open minded: You have a natural curiosity and a willingness to explore new ideas and perspectives.


• Innovative problem solver: You enjoy tackling challenges and finding creative solutions to complex problems.


• Relationship builder: You excel at building relationships with new people, understanding their needs, and helping them achieve their goals.


• Digital mindset: You are comfortable navigating digital tools, leveraging technology to enhance productivity and collaboration. You are proactive in adopting new technologies to drive innovation and efficiency.


• Detail-oriented: You have a keen eye for detail and take pride in delivering high-quality work.


• Organised and efficient: You have excellent time management and organisational skills, capable of juggling multiple projects simultaneously.


• Lifelong learner: You are enthusiastic about learning new skills and expanding your knowledge.


• Effective communicator: You possess strong written and verbal communication skills and are proficient in Microsoft Office applications.


• Please note, RSM does not accept General Studies, AS levels or the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ).
  
  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., At RSM, our clients are at the heart of everything we do. Our people become trusted advisors, guiding and advising clients through the opportunities and challenges they face.


With a diverse range of clients, from local businesses to multinational corporations, you'll gain invaluable experience during your placement year and build a strong foundation for the future., 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.

About RSM

Thousands of personalities make up RSM and we believe the power of being you, is the power of being understood. Every member of our team brings unique insights and a passion for the middle market companies we champion.

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, we deliver the big ideas and services that help middle market organisations thrive. Our global network spans more than 120 countries, but our passion is always the same: to help our clients move forward with confidence.

At RSM, we care about our people, it's what shapes us. No two people are the same, which is why our approach is tailored to their specific needs, beyond the nine-to-five.

You'll discover a culture that nurtures individuality and an environment where everyone is supported to reach their potential. With us, you'll always be moving forward.

• Build a network of contacts and gain advice from our expert mentors.


• You'll also have access to lifestyle, health, and wellbeing benefits which you can tailor to your requirements.


• If you perform well, you could be given the opportunity to join one of our graduate training programmes.


To learn more about the different areas of the consulting programmes, view our career pathways within our employability hub.

Following changes to government policy in April 2024, we only accept applications from individuals with an existing, permanent, right to live and work in the UK.

The start date for this role is Monday 11th August 2025. 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.

Disclaimer: RSM will only take one application into consideration per recruitment cycle. We do not accept multiple applications to different vacancies.