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IT Audit - Industrial Placement

Deloitte
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Leeds
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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Undertake a 12-month IT Audit Industrial Placement at Deloitte.
  • Identify and manage technology risks, assess IT controls, and evaluate emerging technologies.
  • Gain practical experience and develop technical and professional skills.
  • Must be on track for a 2:1 degree or above and in your penultimate year of study.
  • Hybrid working model with in-person induction and assessment.

About the Role

This is a 12-month Industrial Placement within Deloitte's IT Audit team. You will work alongside first-year graduates, undertaking real work from day one to help solve complex problems.

What You'll Do

As an IT Auditor, you will:

  • Identify technology-related risks and evaluate the effectiveness of IT controls and cybersecurity measures.
  • Assess the impact of emerging technologies like AI, cloud computing, and automation on an organisation's control environment.
  • Work with financial audit teams and client organisations to provide insights that strengthen trust in technology-enabled processes.
  • Gain exposure to a wide range of organisations, from global businesses to smaller entities.
  • Develop both technical and professional skills, learning how technology supports business objectives.
  • Communicate complex technical concepts clearly and impactfully.

Key Responsibilities

  • Stakeholder Management: Build relationships within the IT specialist team, financial audit, and client organisations.
  • Risk Assessment: Identify and evaluate technology-related risks.
  • Control Testing: Assess IT control design, test implementation and operating effectiveness, and gather evidence.
  • Communication: Report findings clearly and concisely, contributing to audit documentation and discussions.
  • Innovation: Contribute to the continuous improvement of audit processes.

Where You'll Work

This role operates on a hybrid work model, combining office and remote work. Initial induction and final assessments will be in person. Client-facing roles may require on-site visits. Accessibility is provided, with flexibility available for health conditions or caring responsibilities.