FAQs

School leaver apprenticeships
(Applicants must be aged 18 or over by the programme start date.)

• GCSE Maths and English Language at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent qualifications).
• Achieved or predicted a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points from your top three A Levels, BTECs, Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers, or other recognised Level 3 qualifications.

Summer internship and industrial placements

• GCSE Maths and English Language at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent qualifications).
• Achieved a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points from your top three A Levels, BTECs, Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers, or other recognised Level 3 qualifications.
• Predicted a 2:1 degree classification (or equivalent).

Graduate and postgraduate roles

• GCSE Maths and English Language at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent qualifications).
• Achieved or predicted a 2:1 degree classification (or equivalent).

Please note that not all roles are listed and some specialist roles have specific academic or degree requirements. Please refer to the individual job description for details.

We recognise that everyone’s circumstances are different. If there are exceptional mitigating circumstances that have affected your academic performance, we will review your application on an individual basis and consider the context provided.

We are aware that fraudulent job adverts and recruitment scams sometimes target job seekers. Forvis Mazars vacancies are advertised through our official careers website and authorised recruitment channels. Emails from our recruitment team will be sent from a @mazars.co.uk email address.

We will never ask candidates to make payments, purchase equipment, or provide bank details as part of the application process. If you are unsure whether a vacancy or communication is genuine, please contact our recruitment team directly before responding.

We’re unable to offer ad-hoc work experience placements.

This is because we run structured programmes designed to provide a consistent and high-quality experience for everyone. By doing this, we make sure all students have fair access to opportunities and the right level of support throughout.

We’re also unable to accommodate requests outside of these programmes due to safeguarding and compliance requirements.

Our work experience and internship opportunities will open again in January 2027. In the meantime, you can explore our virtual work experience programme on Springpod, which is a flexible way to build your understanding of professional services and develop your skills.

Every journey at Forvis Mazars is unique, and one of the best ways to learn about life here is by hearing directly from our people.

You can meet our teams at events and webinars throughout the year. These are great opportunities to ask questions, hear real experiences, and get a feel for our culture. Upcoming events will be listed on our careers website on our Recruitment Events page once confirmed.

If you’d like to hear from our people in the meantime, you can explore our people stories to get an insight into their experiences and how they’ve grown and built their careers with us

To stay connected with us in the meantime, you can follow us on TikTok, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube and Instagram.

That’s completely okay. Choosing the right path can take time. We recommend exploring the different business areas on our website to get a feel for where your interests and strengths might align. Think about what excites you, what kind of work you enjoy, and where you see yourself growing.

You can also meet our Early Careers Team at events throughout the year. They’re here to answer your questions and help you make an informed decision.

Taking the time to research now will help you choose a role that’s right for you and set you up for success.

Our early careers roles, including summer internships and work experience, have fixed start dates so that everyone can take part in our firm-wide induction. You’ll need to have fully completed your studies, including any final assessments or dissertation submissions, before this date.

Our intake for 2027 is 6^th September 2027.

If you’re unsure whether you’ll be ready in time, we recommend applying for the next intake instead.

Yes, you can still apply. However, you’ll need to have formally completed your studies and received your qualification before you join us. This includes any degree or master’s qualification you’re currently working towards.

We’ll ask for confirmation and proof of your qualifications before your start date, so it’s important that everything is finalised by then.

We offer a competitive starting salary for all early careers roles, which increases as you progress and pass your professional exams.

If you’re successful in securing a role, full details about your salary and benefits will be shared as part of your offer. We’re committed to rewarding your growth and supporting your development every step of the way.

You can apply once per academic year (September to August) for an early careers role at Forvis Mazars.

If you’ve already applied for a role starting in, for example, September 2027, you won’t be able to apply again for another role with the same start date. However, you’re welcome to apply for future opportunities such as roles starting in September 2028 when they open.

To keep the process fair for everyone, we take duplicate applications seriously. If you’re unsure whether you’re eligible to apply again, please contact us at mcareers@mazars.co.uk before submitting your application.

At Forvis Mazars, your growth matters. From day one, you’ll be supported with the tools, experiences, and guidance you need to shape your career and reach your full potential.

You’ll gain real responsibility early on, working with prestigious clients, contributing to dynamic projects, and learning from experienced colleagues across different sectors and geographies.

We offer:

Professional qualifications – Fully funded, with paid study leave, college time, and access to online learning.

Blended learning – A mix of classroom training, 1:1 coaching, and soft skills development to help you grow in every direction.

Mentorship and support – You’ll be paired with a mentor, an appraising manager, and a buddy to guide you through your first year and beyond.

A culture of learning – We believe in feedback, coaching, and continuous development. You’ll learn by doing, with support from approachable leaders who are invested in your success.

We’re looking for people who will thrive here and who are excited to grow with us.

Forvis Mazars is a unique place to work, so our application process is designed to help us understand if we’re the right fit for each other. We want to get to know the real you, your strengths, your motivations, and your potential.

We look for people who are:

• Collaborative – You enjoy working with others and building strong relationships.
• Curious and detail-focused – You’re able to interpret information and pay attention to the finer points.
• Commercially aware – You understand the bigger picture and think with purpose.
• Motivated to grow – You’re ready to take on the challenge of balancing work and study as you work towards professional qualifications.
• Values-driven – You share the values that shape our culture and guide how we work together.

We’re not just assessing your skills, we’re looking for people who will contribute to our community and grow with us, which is why we discourage you from using AI throughout our process. To find out more about where we use AI in our process and where your application will be assessed by a human, please check out our selection page.

Not just yet. Our school leaver apprenticeship roles require A-Levels, Advanced Highers, BTECs, or equivalent qualifications.

If you’re currently in your final year of study for these, or have already completed them, you’ll be eligible to apply.

If you’re in your earlier years of study, we do have some opportunities for work experience, check out our work experience page to find out more.

No, we welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements, regardless of when you completed your education. What matters most is your potential, your motivation, and how your experiences, academic or otherwise, align with what we’re looking for.

Take a close look at the job descriptions to see if the role is right for you. If it is, we’d love to hear from you.

It might be. If you’ve already started a professional qualification or have relevant industry experience, we’ll review your application on a case-by-case basis.

Be sure to include details of any qualifications or exams you’ve completed when you apply. This helps us understand your background and assess whether an early careers role is the best fit or if there’s a more suitable opportunity for you within Forvis Mazars.

Wherever you are in your career journey, whether you’re looking for work experience, an apprenticeship or a graduate programme, there’s an opportunity for you at Forvis Mazars. You’ll have the chance to grow your skills, gain real experience, and build a career where you can belong and make an impact.

The following are our permanent early career trainee programmes:

School leaver apprentice

If you’ve completed (or are on track to complete) your A-Levels, Advanced Highers, BTECs or equivalent, our school leaver apprenticeship could be the right fit. Depending on the role you select, you’ll earn a fully funded professional qualification all while gaining hands-on experience from day one, supported by a team that values your development from day one.

Graduate trainee

If you’ve finished or are close to finishing a university degree, you can join us as a graduate or postgraduate trainee. You’ll be part of a team from the start, take on meaningful work, and have the opportunity to study towards a fully funded professional qualification, all while shaping your future in a firm that’s invested in your success.

Yes, we offer different ways to explore life at Forvis Mazars and gain valuable experience, wherever you are in your education journey. You’ll have the opportunity to build your skills, connect with others, and see how you can grow, belong and make an impact with us.

Summer internships

If you’re in the penultimate year of your undergraduate degree at university, you can apply for our paid five-week summer internship. It’s a great way to gain hands-on experience, work alongside our teams, and build your network. Perform well, and you may have the opportunity to fast-track to a graduate role. To find out more, please check out our undergraduate opportunities page.

Work experience

If you’re in Year 12 (or S5 in Scotland), we offer a three-day, paid work experience opportunity to help you explore the world of professional services. You’ll get a feel for what it’s like to work here, with insight into our teams, our work, and where a future with us could take you.

You’ll find full details, including programme dates, eligibility and how to apply, on our work experience page.

Virtual work experience (Springpod)

You can also take part in our virtual work experience programme through Springpod. This is a flexible way to learn more about the work we do, build your understanding of professional services, and explore whether a career with Forvis Mazars could be right for you. You can complete this online at any time, at your own pace.

You can register here.

All our live vacancies can be found in the ‘View vacancies’ section of our website, and you can filter by service line and office to see if we are recruiting near you.

You can find more information about each of the service lines we recruit for here.

If you’ve completed a university degree, you’ll be eligible for our graduate programme rather than a school leaver apprenticeship.

Our school leaver route is designed for those who haven’t attended university and are looking to start their career after completing A-Levels, Advanced Highers/Highers, BTECs or equivalent qualifications. It combines hands-on experience with studying towards a fully funded professional qualification, giving you the opportunity to build your skills from day one.

If you’re a graduate, we encourage you to explore our graduate roles. You’ll gain a fully funded qualification which is supported through early responsibility, working alongside experienced professionals, and growing your skills in a supportive environment where you can belong and make an impact.

Absolutely. If you’ve completed your university degree, you’re eligible to apply for our graduate programme.

You’ll join a team that values your ideas, supports your development, and gives you the opportunity to grow your career from day one while working towards a fully funded professional qualification.

Strong academic performance is important; we know that everyone’s journey is different. Forvis Mazars has a flexible approach to academic entry requirements to recruit the right people into the business. We want to set you up for success with your professional qualifications and allow you to reach your full potential.

Our application process looks at your whole self, academic achievements as well as other experiences in which you have grown and developed. We balance your academic results alongside your strengths and capabilities – to ensure that you will be successful in your role with us.

Please note that a small number of specialist roles have specific academic/degree requirements, so please read the job descriptions carefully.

We also consider your achievements in the context of your socio-economic background, so we encourage you to submit your contextual information when completing your application form.

We only use AI at the initial stage of our recruitment process to support our online assessment. Candidate responses are scored using deterministic, rule-based algorithms, meaning the same response always produces the same result. We do not use black-box or generative AI to decide scores. The scoring logic is completely explainable, designed to be fair and unbiased. Beyond this, AI is not used.

You may use AI to prepare for an interview or assessment stage, however, we ask that you refrain from using AI during any stage of the recruitment process, for example, during an interview or assessment centre, as it’s important for us to see your authentic self and understand your individual strengths and experiences.

Don’t worry, new interview slots are released each week.

You’ll receive an email as soon as new times become available. These slots can fill up quickly, so we recommend booking yours as soon as you can.

Please note we’re only able to send two invitations to book your interview. If you haven’t booked a slot after the second invite, unfortunately, we will have to withdraw your application.

No, you’ll stay at the same stage of the process.

You won’t need to repeat any assessments. However, we may ask you to share your motivation for applying to a different business area, so we can better understand your interests.

If anything is needed from you, we’ll explain it clearly and guide you through the next steps.

When you apply, you can select a second-choice office location and service line. If your first-choice role fills before you’ve completed all stages of the process, we’ll do our best to progress your application for your second-choice option and we’ll keep you informed every step of the way.

We recruit for most roles on a rolling basis, which means positions may close once we’ve found the right candidate. Some of our roles stay open until they’re filled, while others have fixed deadlines. If a role is no longer visible on our website, it’s likely that applications have closed.

For roles with set deadlines or assessment dates, you’ll find those clearly listed in the job description. Either way, we always recommend applying as early as possible to avoid missing out.

We’ll keep you updated at every stage of the process.

You’ll receive email notifications as your application progresses, so please check your inbox (and your junk folder, just in case). We really appreciate your patience, and we’ll be in touch as soon as we can.

If you’re concerned you haven’t heard from us, feel free to get in touch at mcareers@mazars.co.uk.

Don’t worry, new interview slots are released each week.

You’ll receive an email as soon as new times become available. These slots can fill up quickly, so we recommend booking yours as soon as you can.

Please note we’re only able to send two invitations to book your interview. If you haven’t booked a slot after the second invite, we’ll unfortunately have to withdraw your application.

It’s important that we can stay in touch with you.

If your contact details have changed, you can access your personal information in the settings area on your candidate portal.

You don’t need to prepare, just be yourself.

Our online assessment is short, easy to navigate, and starts with warm-up questions to help you feel at ease. It’s designed to understand your natural strengths the ones that drive success at Forvis Mazars, and it adapts to different thinking styles, supporting both diversity and neurodiversity.

To get the most out of the experience:

Find a quiet space where you can focus.

Read the instructions carefully.

Answer honestly and instinctively.

We will also share a video to guide you through what to expect when you are invited to complete the test. Once you’ve completed the assessment, you’ll receive a personalised feedback report highlighting your top two strengths and one area for development, so you’ll gain insights, whatever the outcome.

You can find out more about our application process here.

If you’ve accepted an offer and require sponsorship, our Immigration team will initiate the sponsorship process for you around three months before your start date. They’ll confirm the documents needed for the visa application and timelines for the process.

You must have completed your degree or master’s and obtained your qualification before your start date to be able to join Forvis Mazars. This is to ensure your visa application can be processed before you start.

Once the immigration process has started, please ensure you avoid any international travel as this can impact your visa application and start date at Forvis Mazars.

Yes, please submit your equivalent qualifications in the education section.  If you aren’t sure, please go ahead and apply and we can work out your conversion to UCAS points for you.

We will ask for confirmation and proof of your qualifications before you start work. You must have completed your studies and been awarded your qualification before joining.

If you are applying for our September 2027 intake and require visa sponsorship, you will need to apply no later than 31 December 2026. We have subsequent deadlines to ensure we can bring candidates through our process to be hired in time to begin and complete visa processing in time for their start dates. These deadlines are non-negotiable and are due to the length of time required to progress through our recruitment process and the application process for a Skilled Worker visa.

Your offer of employment at Forvis Mazars is subject to you having the Right to Work in the UK that lasts the duration of the programme you have applied to. Please let us know on your application form if you require sponsorship to obtain the Right to Work in the UK at any point of being employed by Forvis Mazars.

Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for the following roles due to the salary requirements established by the Home Office:

• All school leaver roles, including school leaver work experience.
• All undergraduate, internship and placement programmes. However, you may be eligible to apply if you are in full-time education in the UK and hold a valid Student visa for the duration of the internship or placement.
• Graduate roles which are not based in London or Sutton.

The UK Home Office regularly changes its immigration rules. If this happens, and the changes affect your application before your start date, we will be required to change how we manage your application, in line with the new regulations. Many changes in immigration laws have taken place recently, we encourage you to research your position at the outset of your application.

You are required to notify us immediately if your immigration status changes after you’ve submitted your application. For both temporary and permanent roles, you will be asked to provide evidence of your right to work, and you must maintain and be able to demonstrate your right to work throughout the duration of your employment. Please refer to the official UK government website for further information: https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas

Please contact mcareers@mazars.co.uk if you need advice or further information.

No problem, we can help.

If you’ve withdrawn your application by mistake, just email us at mcareers@mazars.co.uk and we’ll reinstate it for you.

In the first instance, please refer to the instructions sent in the invitation email to complete the online assessments.  Candidates should also read the introductory page to the assessment before they begin. You will find a short video to watch which explains how the assessment works and our top tips.

If you continue to experience issues, please contact our team at mcareers@mazars.co.uk, who will help you with this part of the process.

Forvis Mazars LLP do not accept speculative CVs or any other form of candidate introduction from third-party recruitment agencies.

Forvis Mazars has a commitment to sourcing candidates directly, and as such, we do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. We do, on occasion, invite external recruitment suppliers to support us in sourcing candidates on specific assignments. This engagement is on a mandate-only basis and is managed by the Forvis Mazars Talent Acquisition Team.

We do not accept introductions or pay agency fees where speculative and unsolicited CV’s are submitted to Forvis Mazars or Forvis Mazars Partners, contractors and/or employees by any means other than through our recruitment portal under instruction from the Forvis Mazars Talent Acquisition team.

At Forvis Mazars, we celebrate individuality and thrive on teamwork. We give people the freedom to make a personal contribution to our shared purpose. We support one another to deliver quality, create change and make an impact. So that everyone can reach their full potential.

Every story is different at Forvis Mazars. Our people have amazing personal experiences, so the best way to learn about life here is to hear it first-hand from them.

We believe that our team members should be paid fairly and competitively. We regularly review pay and benefits for all our roles, across all service lines and levels. When we talk about benefits, our aim is to allow you to choose benefits impactful to you. In addition to our core benefits, we provide you with access to a range of optional benefits from the 1st of the month after you join the firm, from which you can make your own selection.

We believe in the importance of recognising and evaluating our team members’ individual performance as this drives our collective results and maximises Forvis Mazars full potential. Our recognition platform enables us to tell team members that their work is noticed, valued and appreciated.

You can find out more about what benefits we offer here.

At Forvis Mazars, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all our people. We recognise that individuals who are neurodivergent or live with long-term health conditions may require tailored support to thrive professionally. Our goal is to ensure everyone can bring their whole self to work and achieve their full potential.

One example of this is that we have signed up to Neurodiversity in Business, a forum which brings experts and employers together to create more inclusive experiences for neurodiverse individuals. By partnering with Neurodiversity in Business, our aim is to build a better workplace for neurodiverse employees, whilst supporting those with neurodiverse loved ones and families, through raising awareness, breaking down stigmas and improving our internal support and resources.

If you require adjustments during the application process, please contact us through our dedicated inbox: reasonableadjustments@mazars.co.uk

We believe in flexibility with purpose.

At Forvis Mazars, we follow a hybrid working model. For us, this means choosing the right workplace each day based on the needs of our clients, the needs of our team and our own needs.

Our approach is that, on average, we will spend at least two or three days at client site or in the office, with the remaining time worked remotely, e.g. from home. This is a whole-of-firm average and will vary depending on the needs of your role, the stage of your development in the role, and the needs of your clients. There is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ rule, determining the right balance will be discussed with your people manager regularly.

At Forvis Mazars, sustainability is embedded in everything we do, for our people, our clients, our communities, and the planet. Guided by five core sustainability pillars, we’re committed to acting with integrity, putting people at the heart of our development, supporting local communities, reducing our environmental impact, and helping clients on their own sustainability journeys.

We believe sustainability is about people as much as the planet. That’s why we invest in inclusive career pathways, responsible business practices, and community partnerships that create long-term positive change. Every team member receives two volunteering days per year to support causes they care about and firm-sponsored initiatives, and we actively encourage fundraising efforts for charities through personal challenges and events. We also support charitable giving through the Forvis Mazars Foundation, which funds a wide range of social initiatives in the UK and abroad.

We’ve also brought forward our net zero target to 2045, with goals validated by the Science Based Targets initiative. From energy and transport to waste and procurement, we’re working to reduce our environmental footprint every day.

By combining global expertise with local action, we aim to build a fairer, greener future where our people can grow, belong and make an impact.

Inclusion is at the heart of who we are.

At Forvis Mazars, we’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels they belong and can be their authentic self. Whether you’re applying for a role or already part of our team, we work hard to ensure a level playing field where everyone has the opportunity to grow, belong and make an impact.

We value different perspectives, backgrounds and experiences, and we know this helps us build stronger teams and deliver better outcomes for our clients.

To read more about our approach, click here.

Supportive, collaborative, and full of opportunity.

At Forvis Mazars, you’ll be part of a fast-paced, positive environment where people genuinely enjoy working together. It’s a place where you can grow your skills, build strong relationships, and feel part of something bigger. We trust you to work in a way that works for you, your team, and our clients, with a clear focus on balance and wellbeing.

We’re one diverse, multicultural and multi-generational team, united by a strong sense of belonging. You’ll be encouraged to share your ideas, ask questions, and play a part in shaping how we work. Our open and accessible management style means support is always close by, whether that’s coaching, guidance or someone to bounce ideas off.

We’re always looking ahead, finding better ways to work, creating inclusive environments where people feel comfortable to speak up, and designing flexible workplaces that support how you work best. You’ll have a real opportunity to make an impact, both in your role and across the wider firm.

Find out more about our culture here.

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For all early careers recruitment queries, please send us an email to mcareers@mazars.co.uk and a member of the team will get back to you.