Assistant, Business Solutions Group (School Leaver) Maidstone (Kent), UK - September 2025 About Crowe Crowe is a leading national audit, tax, advisory and consulting firm with global reach and local expertise. We are an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the top 10 accounting networks in the world, with access to more than 40,000 people in over 145 countries and across more than 800 offices globally. Our vision is to be recognised as essential to the future success of our clients by helping them to answer tomorrow’s questions, and make smart decisions that have lasting value through the highest quality audit, tax, advisory and risk services. Crowe is where talented people can realise their potential, are successful and enjoy what they do by making a positive difference to our clients, communities and each other. At Crowe, our aim is to create a community where regardless of gender, identity, sexuality, race, ethnicity, education or background, everyone is valued, can flourish and achieve their full potential. Our Level 7 apprenticeship programme will give you the skills and support you need to build your career at Crowe within the Business Solutions Group (BSG) in our Maidstone office in Kent. What to expect Crowe is looking for a dynamic school leaver to join our Kent team. Our Business Solutions Group is a close knit department wishing to expand due to growth and we’re currently looking for the right individual to join us. Our team assists clients with their day to day accounting and tax issues, including accounts preparation, corporation tax returns, company secretarial, book keeping and VAT. The role is varied and will keep the right person busy and engaged, whilst providing a launch for your future career. We are looking for someone who wants to develop themselves within the work place and personally, dealing with face to face contact with clients, and learning an entire spectrum of skills that will be of benefit to you in any accounting environment. You will be a key member of the team from day one and will get involved with client work, developing your strengths to add to our growing team. Your Study Route During your apprenticeship you will work towards the AAT/ACCA. All tuition costs, and study leave are provided by Crowe. By joining us, we will provide the foundations for your development, and the qualifications and tools, you need to succeed in your career. You will be supported throughout your studies by our People Development team at Crowe, and a talent coach from your study provider. Whatever your ambitions, your professional development will continue well beyond your trainee years. Our minimum requirements Degree - 2:2 or equivalent (if applying for the graduate route) BBC (or 112 UCAS points) from three A Levels (or equivalent) GCSE grade 4 (C) or above in Maths and English Language The ability to travel to clients and other offices is essential for the role, and a full UK driving license is preferred. Throughout your training programme, you will also be required to attend off-site external training, where overnight stays are necessary. Your application will not be based on academic performance alone. You will be required to demonstrate the strengths and qualities which underpin our core values, including personal drive, integrity and teamwork. If you do not meet all the entry requirements, you may still be considered if the rest of your application is strong. If you have any extenuating circumstances that you believe we should consider, and you are comfortable sharing, please let our recruitment team know and this will be looked at alongside your application. Why choose Crowe? At Crowe we understand that it is often the culture and values of a firm that are most important when looking for a new workplace. Whether you’re working in statutory audit, corporate tax or you’re a marketing or HR specialist, we place our people at the centre of everything that we do; promoting a collaborative, inclusive and friendly culture while remaining passionate about supporting and developing our people as they build their careers. We listen to our people and adapt to their changing needs alongside the needs of our growing business. We invest in our people to help them be the best they can be. We value new ideas and innovation, and welcome people who are committed to making a difference by delivering excellent services to our people, clients and communities. At Crowe, you will find the specialist knowledge, the resources and the commitment to help you build a satisfying and rewarding career, with continued learning and development, highly competitive salaries and flexible benefits. We want to create the best environment for our people to grow and thrive and recognise the importance of offering a flexible approach to our working environment, which we would be happy to discuss with you further. Crowe is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in recruitment and employment. We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings to our organisation, driving effectiveness in our teams and providing our clients with a quality service. Entry and progression within the firm is determined solely by the application of objective criteria, personal performance and merit which is supported by a clearly defined career pathway. 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.