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Tax Trainee Review

at BDO

Graduate Scheme

Tax

Edinburgh

Review Submitted: April 2026

Overall Rating

4 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

3.8/5 - Overview of the Role
4/5 - Experience & Company Culture
5/5 - Recommendations & Advice

Overview of the Role

Overall, how would you describe your experience at BDO?
So far enjoyable, I am lucky to be in a friendly team. I feel supported by them as I continue my professional studies and develop into my role.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Tax compliance
Enjoy applying what I learn from my professional studies and working on increasingly more difficult work.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
4/5
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
3/5
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
4/5
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
4/5

Experience & Company Culture

How is the support you receive?
5/5
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
4/5
How would you rate BDO initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
3/5
How would you rate BDO CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
3/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BDO to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Really supportive team who always help and answer questions. I have a good work life balance and can put my studies first when it comes to exams.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
5/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to BDO?
N/A
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