Risk Consulting Graduate Programme - Northern Ireland – September 2027 intake

This is a three-and-a-half-year programme focused on Risk Consulting, leading to a Chartered Accountants Ireland qualification.

What You Will Be Doing

• Work on internal audit and risk consulting engagements across a range of sectors, helping clients strengthen governance, manage risk, and improve the effectiveness of their control environments.
• Apply structured and critical thinking, and data analytics-driven insights to assess risks, test financial and business controls, and provide independent, trusted evaluations.
• Collaborate with teams and clients to evaluate processes, challenge assumptions, and communicate findings clearly and confidently.
• Build your professional judgement, integrity, and confidence through hands-on experience, coaching, and structured learning.

Core Skills for Success

• Analytical and systems thinking: Apply structured problem-solving and judgement to assess risks, evaluate controls, and deliver insights clients can trust.
• Professionalism and integrity: Act with accountability and judgement to generate reliable insights and strengthen trust.
• Ownership and proactive mindset: Willing to take responsibility for outcomes, spotting risks and issues early and driving high-quality solutions.
• Collaboration, communication and relationship building: Work closely with teams and clients, listening to and explaining complex issues clearly.
• Curiosity and motivation: Continuously develop your understanding of risk, controls, business processes, and emerging challenges.

Important Information

• Location: You will be required to remain in Northern Ireland for the entire duration of the programme. The offer cannot be transferred to any other EY location in the UK or Ireland.
• Start Date: September 2027