Key Takeaways
- Start a career in Audit with Grant Thornton's Private Capital Audit School Leaver Programme.
- Earn a market-leading salary of £29,150 with a full benefits package.
- Receive a fully-funded professional qualification and dedicated Partner sponsorship.
- Gain hands-on experience with clients and advanced AI tools from day one.
About the Role
This programme offers a different approach to traditional apprenticeship schemes, aiming to turn trainees into leaders with bigger opportunities and faster growth.
What We Offer
- Market-leading Salary & Benefits: A salary of £29,150 with a full benefits package.
- Professional Qualification: Fully funded professional qualification (including paid study leave, expert tuition, and all course fees).
- Mentorship: A named Partner sponsor from day one.
- International Exposure: Opportunities to build a global perspective.
- Digital Skills: Access to the latest AI tools and digital solutions.
- Client Interaction: Meaningful client engagement to understand business operations and drive results.
- Structured Learning: Development focused on future Partner capabilities, going beyond technical skills.
- Networking: In-person experiences with a cohort of future leaders, building a lifelong network.
- Growth Opportunities: Access to additional opportunities, including working with the Senior Leadership Team and shaping new initiatives.
- Business Development: Hands-on experience in business development responsibilities before qualification.
Technology & AI Integration
Grant Thornton is investing £500m in digital transformation, utilizing AI to handle manual tasks and allow focus on higher-value work. You will gain experience and training to progress rapidly, spending more time on detailed analysis, professional judgement, and client insights. You will review and challenge AI inputs and outputs to ensure exceptional client service.
The Role of an Auditor
Audit provides confidence in a business's financial records. As an auditor, you will examine financial records for accuracy and completeness, work with a wide range of clients and sectors, and build commercial awareness.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build strong client relationships across various businesses, from large corporations to start-ups.
- Gain hands-on experience with real data sets, gathering and testing evidence to assess the impact of errors.
- Apply professional judgement to assess client policies and estimates.
- Analyse financial statements and review internal controls.
- Study for a relevant professional qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).