Private Capital Audit 12 Month Placement Programme (Summer 2027) - Milton Keynes
Grant ThorntonKey Takeaways
- Undertake a 12-month Private Capital Audit placement starting in Summer 2027.
- Earn a market-leading salary of £29,300 with a full benefits package.
- Gain hands-on experience with clients, AI tools, and structured learning to develop into a future leader.
- Develop skills in audit, financial reporting, data analysis, and professional judgement.
About the Role
About the Placement
This is a 12-month placement programme designed to turn students into future leaders, offering real responsibility and accelerated career growth.
What You'll Experience
- Market-leading Salary & Benefits: Receive a salary of £29,300 along with a full benefits package.
- Digital Skills: Gain access to and training on leading AI tools and digital solutions from day one.
- Client Interaction: Engage with clients to understand business operations and contribute to driving results.
- Structured Learning: Develop capabilities beyond technical skills, with a focus on becoming a future Partner.
- Networking: Participate in in-person experiences with your cohort, building a network for life.
- Growth Opportunities: Access additional opportunities, including working with the Senior Leadership Team and shaping new initiatives.
- Business Development: Gain hands-on experience in winning work and supporting the firm's growth.
The Role of an Auditor
Audit involves ensuring the accuracy and completeness of a company's financial records, providing confidence to investors, regulators, and the public. You will gain exposure to various clients and sectors, developing commercial awareness.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build strong client relationships across diverse sectors, understanding business operations and developing technical expertise in audit and financial reporting.
- Work with real data sets, select samples, gather evidence, and test it to assess the impact of errors.
- Apply professional judgement to client policies and estimates.
- Analyse financial statements and review internal controls to understand how companies manage money, risk, and operations.
Who We're Looking For
We seek individuals with ambition, commercial curiosity, and a proactive approach to their careers. You should be interested in digital tools and data, adaptable to change, possess strong problem-solving skills, and be able to communicate collaboratively.
We have a flexible approach to academic entry requirements and will consider these alongside your strengths and motivations.