IT Audit School Leaver Programme

Grant Thornton UK LLP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit and advisory firm in Greater London is seeking candidates for its Audit School Leaver Programme. This program offers individuals the chance to gain real experience in IT audits, working with diverse clients across various sectors. Successful applicants will receive support towards achieving an ACA qualification or a Level 6 Digital and Technology Solutions apprenticeship. The role emphasizes curiosity, collaboration, and effective communication, offering a competitive salary and benefits package including fully funded professional qualifications.

Benefits

Fully funded professional qualification

Paid study leave

Exclusive discounts on shopping and gyms

Opportunities for community engagement

Qualifications

• Demonstrated curiosity with a desire to ask thoughtful questions.
• Ability to creatively solve problems and derive insights from data.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Work with a variety of clients across multiple sectors.
• Conduct IT audits by testing financial systems and assessing cyber incidents.
• Use data and technology to identify trends and support audit findings.

Skills

Curious minds

Innovative problem solvers

Collaborative partners

Effective communicators

Self-leaders

Career-minded contributors

Education

ACA qualification or Level 6 degree apprenticeship

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

Alternatively, Grant Thornton

At Grant Thornton we do things differently - looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work life balance. A true alternative.

With over 5,000 people in the UK, and a presence in 150 global markets, we’re on an ambitious journey, from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential. And with that comes the opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like, and what you want from your career.

Job Description:

Real responsibility. Real impact. Right from the start.

Auditors are investigators, problem‑solvers, and trusted advisers. They dive deep into how businesses operate, ensuring the numbers tell the real story, and helping organisations stay on track. Think of it as a backstage pass to the business world, where you don’t just observe – you make a difference.

Our IT Audit team play a key role in helping clients navigate complex technology challenges. You’ll offer independent, trusted advice that empowers them to make confident, forward‑thinking decisions and build resilient, future‑ready systems.

At Grant Thornton, we’re looking for actively curious, purposefully driven, and candid but kind individuals who want to shape the future of business – not follow it.

Our five‑year audit school leaver programme is your launchpad to a meaningful career, a professional qualification, and a chance to make a real impact on UK businesses.

What you’ll do

Whether you’re joining straight from school or after university, you’ll be part of a team that helps businesses stay financially healthy, transparent, and accountable. You’ll learn by doing, with plenty of support along the way.

• Work with a variety of clients across the following sectors: Capital, Consumer and Consulting, Technology and Media, Finance Services, and Public Sector.
• Get hands‑on with real audits carrying out testing of IT controls on financial systems, to assessing the impact of cyber incidents and reviewing the migration of data on system projects.
• Use data and technology to spot trends, identify anomalies, and support your findings.
• Keep learning and growing by staying up to date with regulations, developing your professional judgement, and building relationships with mentors and experts across the firm.
• Study with support – you have the option of either studying towards becoming ACA (Associate Chartered Accountant) qualified or undertaking a Level 6 degree apprenticeship in Digital and Technology Solutions.

If you choose the ACA route, your first two years you will work towards completing the CFAB (Certificate in Finance, Accounting and Business), moving on to becoming ACA qualified over the next three years.

If you choose the Digital and Technology Solutions apprenticeship route, you will spend 4 days a week working with the IT Audit team and 1 day a week studying towards your degree. The degree is spread over a three‑year period.

For more information about the Level 6 BSc Applied Digital Technology Degree Apprenticeship route, including the entry requirements, please visit the provider website via the following link: bpp.com/courses/data-and-technology/apprenticeships/digital-technology-solutions

Who we’re looking for

• Curious minds who explore ideas and ask thoughtful questions.
• Innovative problem solvers who think creatively, spot patterns, and turn data into meaningful insights.
• Collaborative partners who work respectfully and build trust with others.
• Effective communicators who listen, adapt, and express ideas clearly.
• Self‑leaders who manage and flex their time, mindset, and energy effectively.
• Career‑minded contributors who take initiative and are motivated to grow.

What you’ll get

• Fully funded professional qualification, including paid study leave, expert tuition, and all course fees covered.
• Technology to support your learning and client work.
• Dedicated support network, from experienced managers and mentors to college tutors who’ll guide you every step of the way.
• Our approach to how we work helps you balance life, learning, and work.
• Exclusive discounts on shopping, gyms, and wellbeing services.
• Opportunities to give back through mentoring, volunteering, or fundraising initiatives.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including:
  • Extra holiday options (including flexible bank holidays and the option to purchase additional holidays)
  • Life assurance
  • Private medical insurance

What we expect from you

As part of your training with us, you’ll be provided with study leave to support you with completing your professional qualification. Completing a professional qualification is a substantial commitment and it’s worth taking this into consideration before applying, as you will be required to study in your spare time outside of your working hours. You’ll also be provided with study leave in the run up to your exams. You’ll need to be focused, committed, and organise your time well to balance all the requirements of being a trainee.

Join the firm that’s shaping the accountants of the future.

We’re growing fast, and we want you to grow with us. With digital‑first innovation and an inclusive culture that powers progress, this is your chance to shape what’s next.

This isn’t just a school leaver programme. It’s the start of something bigger.