Public Sector Audit 12 Month Placement Programme (Summer 2025) - Bristol
More than you expected
Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 73,000 people in over 150 countries. We're a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That's Grant Thornton.
Job Description:
Great minds. Nothing alike.
As a placement student in our Public Sector team, you'll connect with the issues that bodies responsible for key public services are facing. You will provide independent advice so they can confidently do what is right and make the best decisions for the future.
The UK public services are facing unprecedented challenges and a constantly evolving landscape that calls for an approach that protects the public purse. You will need to push ideas harder and ask difficult questions, giving our clients the assurance they need and helping them to make a difference to the lives of the population they serve.
Public Sector Audit is a specialist team with over 400 members across the UK. As part of the team, you'll work with public bodies, government departments and national services, working to understand the issues they are facing. During times of rapid change and financial challenge, Public Sector bodies increasingly require assurance over their use of resources and financial accounts. There will be challenges along the way, but you'll be supported and able to meet each one with a solution.
A look into your future
Our 12-month placement programme is designed so you can experience life working right at the heart of the business. Here's a glimpse of what you'll experience during your year with us:
1. Hands-on experience in the different aspects of audit, with a variety of clients, from NHS trusts to Fire Authorities and Local Councils.
2. Our portfolio of clients includes significant local public bodies, including household names like Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust and the Metropolitan Police.
3. Experience working on projects involving state-of-the-art data analytics tools and techniques.
4. Responsibility and the opportunity to take ownership for interesting and challenging client work.
5. Develop a strong internal and external network to learn from.
6. Spend time working at client sites.
7. Work closely with colleagues to provide robust challenge and insights to help clients meet their regulatory needs and business objectives.
8. On-the-job learning, alongside structured training.
9. At the end of the programme, you'll have gained a wide range of skills and experience to support your learning and development back at university and when you return to the workplace.
Knowing that you're right for us
We're looking for people who will bring ambition and drive to their role. In changing markets, we need to work at pace and be adaptable to change. We seek individuals who are curious, asking questions to ensure we deliver the services and quality we expect.
Please note, we are unable to sponsor visa applications for this role.
How we work
We have a trust-based way of working at Grant Thornton, driven by responsible people who have the best interests of our firm and our clients at heart. Our teams work between our offices, client sites, and at home, with trainees also attending college as required.
Knowing we're right for you
The culture at Grant Thornton is what sets us apart. We value the unique qualities of our people, helping us to perform at our best. Our values are the principles that shape our daily behaviours and decisions. We're looking for people who align with our values and are purposefully driven, actively curious, and candid but kind.
In addition to a competitive salary and reward package, you'll also receive:
* Tailored development programmes and access to coaching.
* Flexible bank holidays.
* Benefits including pension, life assurance, and private medical.
* Access to shopping discounts, gym memberships, and financial advice.
Beyond the job
Life is more than work. Our framework for how we work outlines our approach to agile working. Together with your people manager and team, you'll decide the best way of working for your clients, your team, and you.
You deserve the best start to your career. Come to where you'll learn more and discover exactly what you're capable of. Choose Grant Thornton. It's how it should be.
Before applying, we encourage you to visit our employability hub to get a feel for what it's like to start your career with us and to get some hints and tips for the next stage in our process.
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