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Audit School Leaver Apprenticeship Programme

BDO
£26,615 - £28,275
BirminghamSouthamptonReading

Expected closing date: Sunday, 15 November 2026

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Key Takeaways

  • Start your career with a 4-year Audit Apprenticeship at BDO, working towards ACA, CFAB, or ICAS/Robert Gordan University qualifications.
  • Earn between £26,615 - £28,275 per year, depending on location.
  • Requires three A-levels (A*-C) or equivalent, and GCSEs (grade 4+) in Maths and English.
  • Applications close on Sunday, 15th November 2026.
  • Available in multiple locations across the UK.

About the Role

About the Audit School Leaver Apprenticeship

This programme offers a chance to start your career, learn by doing, and see where your ambitions could take you.

  • Programme Start Dates: Monday, 20th September 2027 (organisation-wide induction). For Edinburgh and Glasgow roles, the start date is Monday, 30th August 2027.
  • About Audit at BDO: BDO is a leading UK mid-market organisation. Audit teams work across specialist areas including Pension Audit, Public Sector, Not-for-Profit, Financial Services, and Technology Risk Assurance. You will gain experience from day one, learning alongside experienced colleagues and building confidence through practical experience.
  • Qualification: Over four years, you will gain hands-on experience while working towards your ACA, CFAB, or ICAS/Robert Gordan University qualification. You will develop technical, personal, and commercial skills.
  • Support: You will join a trainee community, work towards qualifications with peers, and learn from colleagues at different levels. Support is provided to help build confidence and develop skills.
  • Career Progression: Upon completion of the programme, a permanent role is guaranteed.

What We're Looking For

  • Curiosity, resilience, and a willingness to learn.
  • Enjoyment of problem-solving and thinking things through.
  • Ambition and a proactive approach to learning and development.

Locations

Available in Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Edinburgh, Gatwick, Glasgow, Guildford, Ipswich, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Nottingham, Reading, and Southampton. You must live within a commutable distance of your chosen office, as relocation support is not provided.

Entry Requirements

  • Academic: Three A-levels (or equivalent) at A*-C (excluding General Studies and Extended Projects), OR four Scottish Advanced Highers at grade A-B (or equivalent, e.g., BTEC Extended Diploma). UCAS points are not used.
  • GCSEs: Grade 4 and above in Maths and English, OR Scottish National 5 grade A-C.
  • Commitment: Willingness to balance study and professional work.
  • Right to Work: You must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the 4-year training contract and employment. Visa sponsorship is not provided.
  • Scotland Specific: For Edinburgh or Glasgow roles, you must be residing in Scotland.

Interview Process

  1. Online application form.
  2. Online assessments.
  3. Video interview.
  4. Virtual assessment centre.
  5. Final interview in person.

Benefits

  • Additional leave
  • Gym membership
  • Employee discounts
  • Pension, health, and wellbeing support
  • Range of protection benefits

Salary

£26,615 - £28,275 per year, depending on location.

Application Closing Date

Sunday, 15th November 2026.