Value for Money Assistant Manager

GRANT THORNTON; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UK is seeking an experienced VFM Audit Assistant Manager to support the delivery of high-quality Value for Money reviews. The ideal candidate will manage projects, engage with stakeholders, and coach junior team members. This role emphasizes leadership and continuous improvement in a collaborative environment. Flexible working options are available to help maintain a work-life balance, ensuring a fulfilling career path.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in audit or assurance, ideally within a VFM or public sector context.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of high-quality Value for Money reviews.
• Coach and support graduates in their roles.
• Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Written communication

Verbal communication

Coaching junior team members

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Alternatively, Grant Thornton

At Grant Thornton we do things differently – looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. We empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work‑life balance. A true alternative.

With over 5,000 people in the UK and a presence in 150 global markets, we’re on an ambitious journey from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential. This is the opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like and what you want from your career.

Job Description

As a VFM Audit Assistant Manager, you will support the delivery of high‑quality Value for Money reviews across a diverse client portfolio. You will take ownership of allocated projects or sections, manage delivery within agreed budgets and timelines, and contribute to impactful reporting. You will coach and support graduates, engage with stakeholders professionally, and uphold quality standards. This role is ideal for someone ready to take the next step in their audit career with a focus on leadership, development, and continuous improvement.

Life is about more than work

The things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, so we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, whether that’s reduced or condensed hours, job shares, or a hybrid approach. Everyone is encouraged to balance work and life; we’ll always do our best to fit your client work around your needs.

A look into the role

• Support others, fostering a positive team culture and ensuring shared goals are met through teamwork and mutual support.
• Support graduate work when assigned to you, ensuring clarity on roles and responsibilities.
• Coach and support graduates, providing feedback and development opportunities.
• Prepare and lead client interviews, supporting team members where needed.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Provide regular updates to the VFM Lead and Audit Team throughout the review.
• Review work completed by graduates, ensuring integrity between documentation, key findings and evidence.
• Address review points to a satisfactory standard and ensure cohesive team contributions.
• Ensure compliance with internal deadlines, mandatory training and time recording policies, achieving the required quality grading each year and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Apply VFM methodology and tools effectively, contributing to best practice development and identifying and applying efficiencies where appropriate.
• Role model inclusive and collaborative behaviours, contributing to a positive team culture.

Knowing you’re right for us

• Recent experience in audit or assurance, ideally within a VFM or public sector context.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to coach and support junior team members.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Familiarity with audit methodologies including documentation and Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to work independently, managing priorities flexibly and delivering high‑quality work, while actively contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Beyond the job

The impact you can make here goes far beyond your day job. From secondments and fundraising for local charities to investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, we encourage giving back to society. We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations – people who can proudly do what’s right for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves.