Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 12-month Public Sector Audit placement with Grant Thornton.
- Earn a market-leading salary of £31,750 plus full benefits.
- Gain hands-on experience with clients, AI tools, and structured learning for career acceleration.
- Develop skills in audit, financial reporting, and professional judgement within the public sector.
About the Role
Grant Thornton offers a 12-month Public Sector Audit Placement Programme designed to accelerate your career.
What You'll Experience
- Market-Leading Salary & Benefits: Receive a salary of £31,750 along with a full benefits package.
- Digital Skills: Gain access to the latest AI tools and digital solutions, building future-ready skills.
- Client Interaction: Engage in meaningful client interactions to understand business operations and drive results.
- Structured Learning: Benefit from learning designed to develop capabilities for a future Partner role, going beyond technical skills.
- Networking: Participate in in-person experiences with a cohort of future leaders, building a lifelong network.
- Growth Opportunities: Access additional opportunities, including working with the Senior Leadership Team and shaping new initiatives.
- Hands-on Experience: Gain practical experience in winning work and supporting business growth.
Powered by AI, Driven by You
Grant Thornton is investing £500m in digital transformation. You'll use leading AI tools to handle manual tasks, allowing you to focus on higher-value work. You will gain experience and training to progress rapidly. Your role will involve detailed analysis, professional judgement, and providing insights to clients. You will review and challenge AI inputs and outputs to ensure exceptional client service.
Public Sector Audit Role
Audit in the Public Sector provides confidence in the financial records of public services. You will examine financial records of public bodies to ensure accuracy and completeness. You will gain exposure to a wide range of clients, including central government, local authorities, and the NHS, understanding how these organisations operate.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Working with diverse clients (central government, local authorities, NHS bodies) to build relationships and understand their operations.
- Developing technical expertise in audit and financial reporting.
- Working with real data sets, selecting samples, gathering evidence, and testing it to assess the impact of errors.
- Applying professional judgement to client policies and estimates.
- Analysing financial statements and reviewing internal controls.
Who We're Looking For
We seek ambitious individuals with commercial curiosity, a drive for digital exploration, adaptability, strong problem-solving skills, collaborative communication abilities, and a proactive approach to career development.
We have a flexible approach to academic entry requirements and will consider these alongside your strengths and motivations.