Public Sector Audit Trainee: AI-Driven Career Accelerator

Grant Thornton (UK); Liverpool; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £29,000

Fully funded professional qualification

Sponsor from day one

International exposure

AI tools access

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Grant Thornton UK is offering a trainee pathway in Public Sector Audit with rapid progression and full sponsorship for professional qualifications. You will gain international exposure, work closely with senior leaders, and engage with real client projects from day one.

The programme provides a market-leading salary of £29,000, fully funded qualification, and a Partner sponsor from day one to guide your career development, with AI-enabled tools and numerous growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Commercial curiosity about clients' businesses and spotting value from the start.
• Digital mindset with enthusiasm for data and digital tools.
• Adaptability to change and fast learning in a dynamic environment.
• Strong problem-solving with good judgement and attention to detail.
• Collaborative communication with clients and colleagues.
• Proactive ownership of growth and opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Public Sector audit work, covering central government, local authorities and NHS bodies.
• Build client relationships and develop technical expertise in audit and financial reporting.
• Work with real data sets, select samples and gather evidence from clients.

Skills

Commercial curiosity

Digital explorer mindset

Adaptability

Problem-solving

Collaborative communication

Proactive growth mindset

Education

ACA, ICAS, CFAB, AAT, ACCA, CIMA or DTS

Job description

Grant Thornton UK is offering a trainee pathway in Public Sector Audit with rapid progression and full sponsorship for professional qualifications. You will gain international exposure, work closely with senior leaders, and engage with real client projects from day one.

The programme provides a market-leading salary of £29,000, fully funded qualification, and a Partner sponsor from day one to guide your career development, with AI-enabled tools and numerous growth opportunities.