Data & AI Assurance: Assistant Manager

Grant Thornton (UK)

Greater London

Hybrid

GBP 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Job summary

Grant Thornton UK is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead data and AI governance engagements across audits and advisory, driving value for FTSE 100 and large international clients. You will apply data and AI expertise to governance, controls, and assurance under a Manager, while mentoring juniors.

We support flexible working arrangements and balanced life integration, with opportunities to grow technical capability in AI assurance and analytics, while expanding your client and people leadership

Qualifications

Professional qualification (CISA, AAIA, ACA, CA, ACCA, IIA) or working towards one, with audit/assurance experience.
Experience evaluating data governance/data management frameworks (DAMA DCAM or similar).
Experience using data platforms and AI tools to deliver analytics assurances.

Responsibilities

Lead data & AI engagements from planning to reporting with a Manager oversight.
Plan engagements: risk assessment, scoping, audit programmes; lead smaller assignments.
Manage engagement financials: forecast fees, monitor WIP, raise invoices, reduce debt.
Perform fieldwork: data analysis, control testing, maturity assessments, evidence for conclusions.
Present findings to stakeholders and translate technical work into business insights.
Coach Associates and develop junior team members on technical and professional skills.
Build cross-region networks and support new business pitches.