IT Audit - Summer Vacation Scheme

About the Team

Audit ensures the accuracy of financial reports, building trust for the public, investors, and businesses. In IT Audit, we focus on identifying and managing technology risks that could impact financial reporting and business performance. This involves assessing technology-related risks, evaluating IT controls and cybersecurity measures, and understanding the impact of emerging technologies like AI, cloud computing, and automation.

You will work with financial audit teams and client organisations, providing insights to support high-quality audits and strengthen trust in technology-enabled processes. This role offers exposure to a wide range of organisations and helps develop both technical and professional skills, demonstrating how technology supports business objectives and enabling clear communication of complex technical concepts.

What You'll Do

This four-week placement involves real work from day one, applying university knowledge to solve complex problems. Key activities include:

• Stakeholder Management: Building relationships within the IT specialist team, financial audit, and beyond.
• Risk Assessment: Identifying and evaluating risks associated with a company's use of technology.
• Control Testing: Assessing IT control design and testing implementation and operating effectiveness to ensure smooth operation. This involves gathering and analysing evidence according to audit methodology and standards.
• Communication: Building effective working relationships across teams and with clients to support high-quality audits.
• Reporting: Clearly and concisely communicating findings, contributing to audit documentation, reporting, and stakeholder discussions.
• Innovation: Contributing to the continuous improvement of audit processes for efficiency and greater insights.

What You'll Need

• Currently in your penultimate year of university, or progressing to a Master's degree.
• On track to achieve a predicted degree classification of 2:1 or above in any discipline.
• Fascination with business and eagerness to tackle complex projects.

Where You'll Work

Deloitte operates a hybrid work model, blending office and remote work. Initial induction and final assessments are in-person. Client-facing roles may require on-site visits, with meetings being a mix of virtual and in-person. Accessibility is provided for all workspaces, with flexibility available for health conditions or caring responsibilities.

What's In It For You?

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to gain a real feel for Deloitte and potentially receive a Graduate job offer for September 2028 (subject to performance and availability).
• Support for professional development, including training and potential for internationally recognised qualifications.
• An inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and encourages learning and networking.
• Meaningful work that makes a positive impact.
• A buddy system and regular check-ins for support.
• Opportunity to build your CV with valuable experience and transferable skills.

Application Information

• No specific deadline, but early applications are recommended as some roles may close quickly due to high demand.
• Strict one application per year policy for Early Careers opportunities.
• Visa Sponsorship: Not provided for this role. Applications requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship after graduation may not be accepted if the Graduate conversion role salary does not meet the minimum threshold. Consider applying for schemes in London, Aberdeen, Bristol, Cambridge, Reading, Gatwick, or Southampton where sponsorship may be available for Graduate conversion roles.
• You can only join the Summer Vacation Scheme if the dates coincide with your university summer vacation.