Private Capital Audit: 12-Month Leadership Programme

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

AI tools access

Structured learning

In-person cohort experiences

Job summary

Grant Thornton UK in Leeds invites ambitious graduates to join as an Audit Trainee. From day one you'll work with real clients, learn audit techniques, and build commercial insight as you contribute to delivering high-quality financial reporting.

You will access leading AI tools, gain structured learning, and grow alongside a cohort of future leaders in a supportive, fast-paced environment. You'll be mentored by senior professionals and participate in hands-on projects across diverse industries,

Qualifications

• Interest in clients' businesses and ability to spot opportunities to add value.
• Curiosity for digital tools and data, and drive to find smarter solutions early on.
• Willingness to learn auditing processes and develop professional judgement.

Responsibilities

• Work with a variety of clients, build relationships and develop technical expertise in audit and financial reporting.
• Handle real data, select samples, gather evidence, and assess impact of errors.
• Apply professional judgement to assess policy and estimates adopted by clients.
• Analyse financial statements and review internal controls to understand money, risk, and operations.

Skills

Commercial curiosity

Digital explorer mindset

Adaptability

Strong problem-solving

Collaborative communication

Proactive career growth

Education

Flexible academic entry requirements

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Grant Thornton UK in Leeds invites ambitious graduates to join as an Audit Trainee. From day one you'll work with real clients, learn audit techniques, and build commercial insight as you contribute to delivering high-quality financial reporting.

You will access leading AI tools, gain structured learning, and grow alongside a cohort of future leaders in a supportive, fast-paced environment. You'll be mentored by senior professionals and participate in hands-on projects across diverse industries,