Private Capital Audit 12-Month Placement Programme (Summer 2026) – Birmingham
Join Grant Thornton for a 12‑month placement programme that offers real responsibility and impact from day one. This opportunity is ideal for students and graduates who are actively curious, purposefully driven and candid but kind.
Responsibilities
* Work with a variety of clients, from household names to innovative start‑ups, gaining exposure to different industries and challenges.
* Get hands‑on with real audits, visiting client sites, attending stock counts, and carrying out testing that helps verify financial accuracy and uncover risks.
* Understand how businesses work by analysing financial statements, reviewing internal controls, and learning how companies manage money, risk, and operations.
* Use data and technology to spot trends, identify anomalies, and support your findings.
* Keep learning and growing by staying up to date with regulations, developing your professional judgement, and building relationships with mentors and experts across the firm.
Qualifications
* Curious minds who explore ideas and ask thoughtful questions.
* Innovative problem solvers who think creatively, spot patterns, and turn data into meaningful insights.
* Collaborative partners who work respectfully and build trust with others.
* Effective communicators who listen, adapt, and express ideas clearly.
* Self‑leaders who manage and flex their time, mindset, and energy effectively.
* Career‑minded contributors who take initiative and are motivated to grow.
Benefits
* Technology to support your learning and client work.
* Dedicated support network, from experienced managers and mentors who’ll guide you every step of the way.
* Work‑life balance that complements learning, work and personal commitments.
* Exclusive discounts on shopping, gyms and wellbeing services.
* Opportunities to give back through mentoring, volunteering or fundraising initiatives.
* Competitive salary and benefits package, including:
o Extra holiday options (including flexible bank holidays and the option to purchase additional holidays)
o Life assurance
o Private medical insurance
Seniority Level
Internship
Employment Type
Contract
Job Function
Accounting / Auditing and Finance
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