Audit Graduate Programme - September 2027 intake

EY UK; West of England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Three-year programme

Study support towards ICAEW/ICAS

Job summary

EY UK is launching its Audit Graduate Programme in the West of England. You’ll shape trust in markets by joining high-performing teams and using data to support true and fair reporting.

You’ll study toward ICAEW or ICAS while developing skills through hands-on client work, coaching and formal learning toward a professional qualification. Start date September 2027 and a three-year programme.

Qualifications

• ICAEW or ICAS professional qualification required.
• Strong analytical thinking and data literacy.
• Collaborative mindset with integrity.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing client needs.
• Commitment to professional ethics and quality.

Responsibilities

• Support client engagements to improve financial reporting.
• Perform independent assessments of financial information.
• Use data, technology and judgement to deliver insights.
• Collaborate with teams across sectors and locations.
• Develop skills through hands-on experience and formal learning.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Integrity

Digital fluency

Adaptability

Education

ICAEW/ICAS qualification

Job description

Shape trust and confidence in global businesses

Programme overview

On the Audit Graduate Programme, you’ll shape the future with confidence by helping protect the reputation of businesses and supporting trust in markets. You’ll work in high performing teams, using technology and data to focus on analysis, professional judgement and powerful insights. As a Shaper of the future, you’ll build your potential while making real impact for clients and society. Along the way, you’ll study towards a globally recognised Chartered Accountancy qualification with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) or the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS).

Core skills for success

• Analytical thinking – using data, technology and professional judgement to deliver strong insights others can rely on.
• Collaboration – thrive in inclusive teams where every voice and perspective strengthens outcomes.
• Integrity - acting with confidence and accountability to protect trust in business and society.
• Digital, data & AI fluency – applying digital tools and analytics to improve efficiency and focus on higher‑value work.
• Adaptability - responding to changing client needs as priorities and technology evolve.

What you will be doing

• Work on client engagements that help build trust and confidence in financial reporting.
• Carry out independent assessments of financial information to support true and fair reporting.
• Use data, technology and professional judgement to deliver meaningful insights.
• Collaborate with teams and clients across different sectors and locations.
• Develop your skills through hands‑on experience, coaching and formal learning towards a professional qualification.

Key programme facts

• Programme length Three years
• Professional qualification ICAEW or ICAS
• Salary Competitive
• Start date September 2027