Personal Independence Assistant Manager | Flexible Working

GRANT THORNTON; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton UK is seeking an Ethics & Independence Team Assistant Manager to join the Personal Independence workstream. You will support the firm in delivering independent, compliant processes across client engagements, reporting to Managers and Directors, and helping the team maintain independence in line with regulatory standards.

You will manage diverse workstreams, develop junior colleagues, and contribute to wider independence activities.

Qualifications

• Experience in personal independence, ethics, risk, compliance or a similar regulatory environment.
• Understanding of UK Ethics and Independence requirements (FRC Ethical Standard, ICAEW Code of Ethics, IESBA).
• Ability to interpret policies and regulatory requirements and apply to real-life scenarios.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Execute assigned work on time with quality and in line with policies and procedures.
• Use judgement to analyse independence matters and apply safeguards or escalate as needed.
• Support the development of more junior team members and share knowledge.
• Communicate effectively and clearly with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrate active listening and reflect diverse viewpoints in work.
• Collaborate across GT practice and Risk function to strengthen independence practices.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Manage time and priorities with diary management and project tools.
• Demonstrate curiosity and professional scepticism in approach.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency or innovation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Time management

Policy interpretation

MS Office 365

Tools

GIS

Job description

Grant Thornton UK is seeking an Ethics & Independence Team Assistant Manager to join the Personal Independence workstream. You will support the firm in delivering independent, compliant processes across client engagements, reporting to Managers and Directors, and helping the team maintain independence in line with regulatory standards.

You will manage diverse workstreams, develop junior colleagues, and contribute to wider independence activities.