Overview
Join the Public Sector Audit 12 Month Placement Programme (Summer 2026) - Manchester with Grant Thornton UK. This placement offers hands-on experience, real responsibility from day one, and the chance to build skills for your final year and future career.
Grant Thornton UK is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, with approximately 76,000 people in over 150 countries. We value quality, inclusion and integrity, and aim to deliver a different experience for our clients — personal, proactive and agile.
What you’ll do
* Work with a variety of clients, including major local public bodies such as Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust and the Metropolitan Police.
* Get hands-on with real audits, visiting client sites and carrying out testing to verify financial accuracy and uncover risks.
* Analyse financial statements, review internal controls, and learn how clients manage money, risk and operations.
* Use data and technology to spot trends, identify anomalies, and support findings, including automated interrogation of financial information systems.
* Learn and develop professional judgement, stay up to date with regulations, and build relationships with mentors and experts across the firm.
Who we’re looking for
We take a flexible approach to academic entry requirements and will consider strengths and motivations alongside qualifications. We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations.
* Curious minds who explore ideas and ask thoughtful questions.
* Innovative problem solvers who think creatively and turn data into insights.
* Collaborative team players who build trust and work respectfully with others.
* Effective communicators who listen, adapt and express ideas clearly.
* Self-leaders who manage time, mindset and energy effectively.
* Career-minded contributors who take initiative and are motivated to grow.
What you’ll get
* A structured placement designed to give real-world experience from day one, with technology to support your learning and client work.
* A dedicated support network of managers and mentors.
* A work approach that supports balance of life, learning and work.
* Exclusive discounts on shopping, gyms and wellbeing services, and opportunities to give back through mentoring, volunteering or fundraising.
* A competitive salary and benefits package, including: extra holiday options (flexible bank holidays and the option to purchase additional holidays), life assurance, and private medical insurance.
Job details
* Seniority level: Internship
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
* Industries: Accounting
Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom
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