Public Sector Audit Trainee: Fast-Track to Leadership

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

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading salary

Fully-funded qualification

Partner sponsor from day one

Global exposure

AI tools access

Client exposure

Job summary

Grant Thornton UK is offering a structured trainee pathway that accelerates your career from day one. You will engage in Public Sector Audit, gaining hands-on experience with a range of clients from central government to NHS bodies, while pursuing a professional qualification and benefiting from a Partner sponsor and global exposure.

You’ll work with AI-enabled tools, develop judgement, and build client relationships.

Qualifications

• Ambition and drive to grow into leadership roles.
• Interest in digital tools and data to drive smarter solutions.
• Adaptability and a proactive mindset to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• As an auditor in our Public Sector team you will work with a variety of clients, from central government to NHS bodies.
• Get hands-on from day one, using real data sets, selecting samples and gathering evidence.
• Apply professional judgement to assess policies and estimates adopted by clients.
• Analyse financial statements and review internal controls to understand money, risk and operations.
• Study for a relevant professional qualification (ACA/ICAS/CFAB/ACCA/CIMA or DTS) to support career growth.

Skills

Commercial curiosity

Digital explorer mindset

Adaptability

Strong problem solving

Collaborative communication

Proactive career growth

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Grant Thornton UK is offering a structured trainee pathway that accelerates your career from day one. You will engage in Public Sector Audit, gaining hands-on experience with a range of clients from central government to NHS bodies, while pursuing a professional qualification and benefiting from a Partner sponsor and global exposure.

You’ll work with AI-enabled tools, develop judgement, and build client relationships.