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Private Capital Audit School Leaver Programme (Autumn 2027) - Colchester

Grant Thornton
Location
Colchester
Salary
£29,300 per year
Degree awarded
Level 6
Start date
1 January 2027
Vacancy reference
TRN27_122
Disability Confident
✓ Yes

About the role

Audit is about giving people confidence in the numbers behind a business. As an auditor, you'll look closely at a company's financial records to check they're accurate and complete - work that investors, regulators, and the public all rely on. You'll get exposure to a wide range of clients and sectors, building the commercial awareness to understand how different businesses really operate. Work with a variety of clients, from household names to innovative start-ups. Build strong client relationships, understand how each business operates and develop your technical expertise in audit and financial reporting. Get hands-on from day one, working with real data sets, selecting samples, gathering evidence from clients, and testing it to assess the real-world impact of any errors on the business. Apply professional judgement to assess the policies and estimates clients adopt. Analyse financial statements and review internal controls, learning how companies manage money, risk and operations.

Requirements

Commercial curiosity - genuine interest in our clients' businesses and an eye for spotting opportunities to add value, from the start. A digital explorer's mindset - curiosity for digital tools and data, and a drive to find smarter solutions early on. Adaptability - embracing change, asking good questions, and picking things up quickly when thrown in at the deep end. Strong problem-solving skills - critical thinking, sound judgement, and attention to detail from your first live piece of work. Collaborative communication - listening well, adapting your approach, and building trust with clients and colleagues alike. A proactive approach to your career - taking ownership of your growth and seeking out opportunities rather than waiting for them to come to you.

Skills

Financial analysisAudit proceduresProfessional judgementClient relationship managementData analysisAI tool usageProblem-solvingCritical thinking

Training & development

Fully-funded professional qualification, including paid study leave, expert tuition, and all course fees covered. Study for a relevant professional qualification (typically ACA, ICAS, CFAB, AAT, ACCA, CIMA or DTS) which will complement your technical knowledge, and prepare you for future career success. Structured learning built around the capabilities of a future Partner - taking you beyond the technical.
Additional training
Access to the latest leading AI tools and digital solutions from day one, building skills that will shape the future of your career. In-person experiences with your cohort of future leaders. Access to additional opportunities as you reach your potential - from working with our Senior Leadership Team to shaping new initiatives.

Company benefits

Market-leading salary of £29,300 and full benefits package. Named Partner sponsor from day one to support you grow in your career. International exposure, helping you build a global perspective early in your career. Meaningful client interaction outside of the day-to-day - understanding how businesses operate and driving results which matter. Business Development responsibilities before you even qualify. Hands-on opportunities to win work and support growth ambitions.

About Grant Thornton

Grant Thornton is a global professional services firm providing assurance, tax and advisory services. The firm is investing £500m in digital transformation and is focused on developing future leaders through structured programmes.
Website
www.grantthornton.co.uk