If university’s not for you (and it’s not for everyone), why not begin working towards a professional qualification right away?
With the scale and variety of clients we have to work with, no two days are the same at Grant Thornton. So not only will you get all the skills and training you need to become a trusted advisor, joining straight after A-Levels you could qualify a year earlier than those joining as graduates.
We have a flexible approach to entry requirements, and don't ask for set grades or subjects. We’ll consider these alongside your strengths, motivations and potential.
Apprenticeships typically last four, or five, years. You will spend this time studying and learning alongside gaining real-work experience, putting into action what you have learnt.
Through our structured development programme you will study towards two professional qualifications, Level 4 and Level 7 apprenticeship qualifications. Fully funded by us.
Join as an apprentice in either audit, tax or advisory and you’ll start working towards a professional qualification right away. For anyone with A-Level (or equivalent) qualifications, an apprenticeship helps fast track you to qualification whilst you earn, and if you join straight after A-Levels, you can qualify ahead of your peers who go to university.
From fintech and consumer markets, to public sector and not for profit – you’ll work with organisations of different sizes, in different sectors, and in many different countries. Giving you a better understanding of the complete business lifecycle and an exhilarating mix of experiences.
During your five-year programme, you'll study towards several qualifications (under the umbrella of an apprenticeship). And we’re there for you. You’ll need to be focused, committed, and organised as a trainee, to balance your study and work requirements. You will be provided with study leave to help you complete your professional qualification but you will also find you need to study in your spare time outside of your working hours. Completing a professional qualification is a substantial commitment and its worth taking this into consideration before applying.
We’ve set ambitious growth targets for the firm, and we need the right people to help us achieve these. We’re looking for people who will bring ambition and drive to their role. In changing markets, we need to be able to work at pace, be adaptable to change and to be curious, asking questions of ourselves, each other and our clients to ensure we are delivering the services and quality we expect.
We’ve got a flexible approach to academic entry requirements, and we’ll consider these alongside your strengths and motivations. We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves.
We want to make the way we recruit at Grant Thornton inclusive for anyone who wants to apply. So, if you need them, we’ll make reasonable adjustments to any stage of our recruitment process. This could be adapting the format of the application form, for example, or adapting the way we interview. To request an adjustment, or discuss the options, contact us at traineerecruitment@uk.gt.com or call one of our offices and ask to speak to a member of the trainee resourcing team.
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