Private Capital Audit: Leadership Path for School Leavers

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

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Fully-funded professionalqualification

Named Partner sponsor

International exposure

Access to AI tools

Job summary

Grant Thornton UK is looking for an ambitious school-leaver to embark on a structured audit trainee pathway. You will work with real client data from day one, gaining practical experience in financial reporting and risk assessment.

With a market-leading salary and a fully funded professional qualification, you’ll have a Partner sponsor from day one to support your growth, plus international exposure and access to AI tools shaping the future of audit.

Qualifications

• Aspire to complete ACA/ICAS/CFAB/ACCA/CIMA or DTS while training.
• Strong drive to learn audit and financial reporting from day one.
• Willingness to balance studies with client work.

Responsibilities

• Build client relationships and develop technical expertise in audit and financial reporting.
• Work with real data sets, gather evidence and test it to assess impact on business.
• Analyze financial statements and support internal controls assessment.
• Study for a relevant professional qualification and prepare for future career success.

Skills

Commercial curiosity

Digital explorer's mindset

Adaptability

Strong problem-solving

Collaborative communication

Proactive career growth

Education

School leaver entry

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Grant Thornton UK is looking for an ambitious school-leaver to embark on a structured audit trainee pathway. You will work with real client data from day one, gaining practical experience in financial reporting and risk assessment.

With a market-leading salary and a fully funded professional qualification, you’ll have a Partner sponsor from day one to support your growth, plus international exposure and access to AI tools shaping the future of audit.