Private Capital Audit Trainee — AI Tools & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Grant Thornton UK is offering a placement that accelerates your career in audit from day one. Expect real responsibility, faster growth, and a path to leadership within a dynamic, digitally driven environment.

You'll work on diverse client engagements, gain practical experience with data sets, and learn to apply professional judgement across financial reporting and risk assessment. The program combines hands-on tasks with structured development and access to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Commercial curiosity about clients' businesses and ability to spot opportunities.
• Digital explorer mindset and eagerness to learn digital tools and data.
• Adaptability and quick learning in changing environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills with good judgement.
• Collaborative communication and relationship-building with clients and colleagues.
• Proactive attitude toward personal growth and seeking opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Audit-focused work on client companies to verify financial records.
• Engage with clients to understand business operations and gather evidence.
• Apply professional judgement to assess policies and estimates.
• Analyze financial statements and internal controls to understand risk and operations.

Skills

Commercial curiosity

Digital explorer

Adaptability

Problem solving

Collaborative communication

Proactive growth

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Grant Thornton UK is offering a placement that accelerates your career in audit from day one. Expect real responsibility, faster growth, and a path to leadership within a dynamic, digitally driven environment.

You'll work on diverse client engagements, gain practical experience with data sets, and learn to apply professional judgement across financial reporting and risk assessment. The program combines hands-on tasks with structured development and access to senior leadership.