Private Capital Audit: 12‑Month Leadership Placement

Grant Thornton UK; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

AI tools training

Career development

Job summary

Grant Thornton UK is looking for ambitious trainees to join our Audit practice in the UK. You will gain hands-on experience with real data, build strong client relationships, and develop technical audit and financial reporting skills from day one.

You will work across diverse sectors, applying professional judgement, analysing statements, and understanding internal controls. This role offers rapid growth, digital-first tools, and exposure to senior leadership as you progress.

Qualifications

• Commercial curiosity and willingness to understand client businesses.
• Interest in digital tools and data to drive smarter solutions.
• Adaptability and quick learning in a fast-changing environment.
• Strong problem-solving with attention to detail.
• Collaborative communication across teams and clients.
• Proactive pursuit of growth opportunities in the firm.

Responsibilities

• Work with a variety of clients, building relationships and developing technical audit skills.
• Get hands-on from day one with real data sets and testing samples to assess impact.
• Apply professional judgement to assess policies and estimates.
• Analyse financial statements and review internal controls to understand risk and operations.

Skills

Commercial curiosity

Digital explorer mindset

Adaptability

Strong problem-solving

Collaborative communication

Proactive career growth

Job description

Grant Thornton UK is looking for ambitious trainees to join our Audit practice in the UK. You will gain hands-on experience with real data, build strong client relationships, and develop technical audit and financial reporting skills from day one.

You will work across diverse sectors, applying professional judgement, analysing statements, and understanding internal controls. This role offers rapid growth, digital-first tools, and exposure to senior leadership as you progress.