BrightStart Higher Apprenticeship, Audit & Assurance, Isle of Man 2026

Deloitte LLP; Isle of Man; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm is seeking candidates for their BrightStart Apprenticeship in audit. Applicants should have or be working towards a minimum of 104 UCAS points. This program offers hands-on experience and the opportunity to develop professionally in a hybrid work environment, balancing office and home working. The firm emphasizes a supportive and inclusive culture, driving personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Outstanding training scheme

Funded professional qualification

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• You’ll need to have obtained or be studying towards at least 104 UCAS points (260 UCAS points pre‑2017) for your A levels (or equivalent) to be eligible for this programme.

Responsibilities

• Gain real-world experience while being paid to learn and progress.
• Develop people and manage teams with support.
• Deliver quality services that make a real difference.

Skills

Communication skills

Decision-making

Resilience

Project management

Leadership skills

Education

104 UCAS points or equivalent

Job description

Audit has a really important role in society, helping to protect the public interest. Accurate financial and corporate reporting is essential for businesses. It means that we are able to hold companies to account, maintain financial stability in the country and protect the consumers who rely on those businesses.

Our team provides independent auditor reports, looking at both the truth and fairness of organisations’ annual financial statements.

What we offer

Our offices in Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man offer something unique: the opportunity to work for a Big Four firm whilst living in a beautiful island setting. Each island has a distinctive atmosphere with vibrant communities and a wide variety of outdoor pursuits on offer.

We work with organisations of all sizes; from rapidly growing local companies to international private equity and real‑estate businesses with a global reach. Our close‑knit office community encourages plenty of hands‑on experience and the chance to work closely with senior colleagues who invest in your development and career progression from day one.

Learning & development

People from a wide range of backgrounds can thrive on our inclusive BrightStart Apprenticeship programme. It’s a rewarding leap into the world of professional services that allows you to gain real‑world experience while being paid to learn and progress.

By joining us you’ll have the chance to work directly with major organisations, as well as building your skills through our excellent training programme. You’ll deliver quality services that make a real difference to our society.

Early on in your career you’ll be given responsibility for developing people and managing teams, supported by us every step of the way. You’ll get involved with different organisations, helping you to understand how they operate and learn about the economic and industry issues that matter to them. You’ll have the opportunity to think creatively and work together to solve problems. Alongside this you’ll learn critical skills to quickly adapt and use technology to help future‑prove your career.

Audit business core areas

• Large & Complex Audit – includes listed companies (corporate and financial services), their subsidiaries in the UK and internationally, as well as other public interest entities such as banks, insurers, large private companies and public sector organisations.
• Portfolio Audit – spans a wide range of sectors including private corporates, real‑estate funds, pension schemes, financial services brokers and investment managers. Portfolio business offers the opportunity to work with privately owned, dynamic, entrepreneurial and high‑growth businesses.

Work arrangement

We recognise how important face‑to‑face interaction is for your development in a new role. We also understand that our people need flexibility, which is why we operate a hybrid system, with a combination of office and home working. If you’re in a client‑facing role, you might be expected to attend client sites on certain days, while your meetings will be a mix of online and in‑person events. Your final assessment and induction will also be in‑person, to give you the opportunity to network and build relationships.

Accessibility & flexibility

All our work spaces are accessible. If you require further flexibility due to a health condition or caring responsibilities, please discuss this with our team. You can find further information on our parent and carer policies here.

Required skills and academic qualifications

You’ll need to have obtained or be studying towards at least 104 UCAS points (260 UCAS points pre‑2017) for your A levels (or equivalent) to be eligible for this programme.

What kind of work will I do?

People from a wide range of backgrounds can thrive on our inclusive BrightStart Apprenticeship programme. It’s a rewarding leap into the world of professional services that allows you to gain real‑world experience while being paid to learn and progress.

What’s in it for me?

• We challenge and rise to the challenge: We want our people to achieve their potential and are committed to making that happen. We offer you an outstanding training scheme, the opportunity to obtain an internationally renowned professional qualification and ongoing investment in your development.
• We include everyone: We are a diverse group of people of the highest calibre and our inclusive culture means everyone’s voice is heard. You’ll learn from them every day, work in a friendly and supportive team environment, make friends for life, and develop a broad professional network that will serve you well.
• We do the right thing: We believe our people are at their best when they connect their work to a greater cause. At Deloitte, you’ll find a place where you can be your true self, thrive professionally and personally, and make a shared impact that reaches further and means more.

How will I develop?

Soft skills

We invest heavily in both your technical skills and soft skills (e.g. communication skills, ability to challenge, decision‑making, resilience, project management and leadership skills). This includes building the knowledge required to help you use developing technology such as AI to maximise your potential.

Qualifications

As part of your BrightStart opportunity, you’ll be studying towards either the ACA or ACCA qualification depending on which island you’re located within. Both qualifications are globally recognised and are designed to expand your knowledge of a wide range of technical topic areas.

You will be given funded top‑quality tuition, a mix of classroom and self‑managed learning sessions, a dedicated early‑careers coach, a People Leader and access to support from our professional education team. We will cover the cost of all mandated courses, permitted exam attempts and membership fees required for your Professional Qualification.

Additional support and benefits information

• We’re a collaborative, inclusive firm and we want to help you to use your unique talents and perspectives in the workplace. From diversity networks to wellbeing and much more, we aim to support and reward you in the best way possible.
• You can learn more about the full recruitment process here.
• Do you have accessibility requirements or need reasonable adjustments for the interview or assessment process? Find out how we can help.
• Learn more about our values, culture and purpose as a firm.
• Want to hear from some of our people to inspire your future career? Check out our Life at Deloitte page.
• We value diversity and are committed to ensuring that our people thrive through a wide range of initiatives and diversity networks. Discover more about inclusion and wellbeing.
• Learn about the rewards and benefits available at Deloitte.

Our commitment to you

We work hard to create an environment where you can experience a purpose you believe in, the freedom to be you, and the capacity to go further than ever before. We nurture a culture where everyone belongs, feels supported, and is empowered to make a valuable, personal contribution. Your expertise is our capability, so we’ll make sure it never stops growing.

Application Deadline

Applications for our BrightStart Apprenticeship programme will close on a rolling basis when we have enough applications. We therefore advise that you apply as soon as possible so that you don’t miss out on securing a role.