Daniel from our corporate tax team shares his journey at RSM and tell us what’s he’s learnt on his journey from university to corporate.
Daniel joined RSM in 2021 as an assistant in the corporation tax team. Currently, he is a tax associate specialising in innovation reliefs, in the Leeds office.
Throughout his time at RSM, Daniel has developed a passion for his role. He shared with us:
‘I have really enjoyed my time here at RSM so far. To be completely honest, when I first applied for the role, I had no idea what it would entail but I do not regret applying for a second. What I really enjoy about my job is learning about all the different projects that our clients are undertaking across such wide range of industries. I enjoy really getting to know what companies are doing to push the boundaries of innovation.’
Before joining RSM, Daniel studied chemical engineering, which he has found has a direct application to his role: ‘A big part of my job is understanding the underlying science and technology of the R&D projects that companies are undertaking, so my degree has really helped with that aspect.’
‘I think my degree gave me a good foundation in areas such as problem solving, time-management and teamwork. RSM has really allowed me to flourish, and it’s made me a much more rounded person, both in work and in my personal life. As a result, it’s allowed me to further develop these strengths, but also improve on any areas that need it.’
Since joining RSM, the support and training Daniel has received has been ‘second to none’, as ‘everyone is happy to help, no matter how busy they seem…especially the senior [staff], they were once in our position!’. Daniel was happy to discuss the way in which RSM supports all of their trainees; ‘RSM ensures your trainee cohort are starting on the same footing, even if they do have some background in accountancy or tax’; illustrating that your degree subject should not deter you from applying for a graduate role at RSM.
A clear message is reinforced throughout Daniel’s responses is the importance of being able to ask colleagues for help:
‘Everyone is happy to help. All the way from the senior leadership team, down to your buddy who’s a year ahead in their development. Everyone is there to make sure that you get the support you need. RSM are always happy to help with your wellbeing, ongoing learning, and professional development. This might be through extra-curricular activities that you want to get involved in, or just any extra support or help required for your professional qualification.’
While our programmes are designed to challenge you from day one, Daniel has been able to enjoy the social aspects of working at RSM, which for him have included trips to the cricket, or to go watch ice hockey, or even to a pig farm! Additionally, all employees at RSM have the opportunity to take part in a volunteering day, and for his Daniel spent the day at St Vincent de Paul society; ‘The volunteer day was very rewarding, and I am really glad I could contribute, even in a very small way.’
Daniel’s passion for RSM and his role is clear.
‘I could not imagine myself in another job, and it really does not matter what degree you did or are currently doing. RSM makes sure that everyone is starting off on the same page. What makes working here so great, is the wealth of experiences and knowledge that everyone brings to the table.’
If you want a role where you can make an impact from day one, take a look at our graduate career opportunities.
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