Purple Path Audit Trainee: AI-Driven Career Start

Grant Thornton; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £29,000

Fully funded professional quals

Partner sponsor from day one

International exposure

AI tools access

Client exposure

Structured learning pathway

In-person cohort experiences

Leadership development opportunities

Job summary

Grant Thornton in the United Kingdom offers a fast‑tracked pathway from school leaver to leader. You’ll experience a market‑leading salary of £29,000, with a fully funded professional qualification, and a Partner sponsor from day one to support your growth.

Expect international exposure, access to AI tools, and meaningful client work that shapes future business outcomes. You’ll be exposed to a structured learning journey, with opportunities to engage senior leadership and gain real hands‑on

Qualifications

• Fresh career entrants will undertake formal professional qualifications with paid study leave.
• Structured apprenticeship-style programme designed to accelerate leadership potential.
• Exposure to international work and digital tools from day one.

Responsibilities

• Audit work to develop confidence in client numbers and controls.
• Engage with clients to understand business operations and commercial drivers.
• Participate in business development activities and gain client exposure from early on.
• Study for ACA/ICAS/CFAB/ACCA/CIMA qualifications as part of the pathway.

Skills

Commercial curiosity

Digital explorer mindset

Adaptability

Problem-solving skills

Collaborative communication

Proactive career development

Education

ACA

ICAS

CFAB

AAT

ACCA

CIMA

DTS

Job description

Grant Thornton in the United Kingdom offers a fast‑tracked pathway from school leaver to leader. You’ll experience a market‑leading salary of £29,000, with a fully funded professional qualification, and a Partner sponsor from day one to support your growth.

Expect international exposure, access to AI tools, and meaningful client work that shapes future business outcomes. You’ll be exposed to a structured learning journey, with opportunities to engage senior leadership and gain real hands‑on