Audit Trainee — Purple Path to Leadership & Global Impact

Grant Thornton; Leicester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully-funded professionalqualification

Paid study leave

Course fees covered

Named Partner sponsor from day one

International exposure

Job summary

Grant Thornton is launching a trainee auditor pathway in the UK, offering early client exposure and hands-on experience in audit and financial reporting. You will work with real data, build strong client relationships, and develop technical expertise while pursuing a professional qualification.

The programme includes a market-leading salary of £29,000 with a full benefits package, a fully-funded professional qualification, and sponsor support from day one to accelerate your career.

Qualifications

• Juggling demanding workload while pursuing a professional qualification.
• Studying ACA/ICAS/CFAB/ACCA/CIMA or DTS as part of the pathway.
• Ambition to grow beyond qualification and contribute to client work.

Responsibilities

• As an auditor, build relationships with clients and understand how each business operates.
• Analyse financial statements and assess policies and estimates.
• Work with real data sets, sample selection, and evidence gathering from clients.
• Apply professional judgement to evaluate internal controls and risk.

Skills

Commercial curiosity

Digital explorer mindset

Adaptability

Problem-solving skills

Collaborative communication

Proactive career mindset

Job description

Grant Thornton is launching a trainee auditor pathway in the UK, offering early client exposure and hands-on experience in audit and financial reporting. You will work with real data, build strong client relationships, and develop technical expertise while pursuing a professional qualification.

The programme includes a market-leading salary of £29,000 with a full benefits package, a fully-funded professional qualification, and sponsor support from day one to accelerate your career.