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About the Role

The Audit Quality team supports the design, implementation, and operation of the firm's System of Quality Management (SoQM), in line with ISQM (UK) 1. This role supports the day-to-day operation of the SoQM, working under the direction of the Manager and Audit Director. It is a delivery-focused role with variety, spanning monitoring and testing, documentation, and support to audit teams, with a clear development path into more senior quality management positions.

Responsibilities

Support the ongoing operation of the firm's System of Quality Management in line with ISQM (UK) 1 requirements
Help embed a culture of audit quality across the practice through guidance, communication and training activity
Support the Manager in maintaining quality objectives, risk assessments and responses across the components of the SoQM
Carry out monitoring activities, including testing and root cause analysis, and help track remediation actions through to completion
Prepare and maintain documentation evidencing the design, implementation and operation of the SoQM
Act as a first point of contact for audit teams on day-to-day quality management queries and ISQM (UK) 1 compliance
Support engagement with internal stakeholders across the audit practice
Help prepare for internal and external quality reviews and inspections, including collating evidence and draft responses
Contribute to the development and maintenance of firm policies, methodologies and tools that support audit quality
Prepare draft reports and analysis summarising monitoring outcomes and remediation progress, for review by the Manager
Support continuous improvement activity within the SoQM, including alignment with digital tools and process changes

Requirements

Professional qualification (ACA / ACCA or equivalent), or in the final stages of qualifying
Experience in an Audit or Internal Audit environment
Ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders and contribute to cross-functional initiatives
Organised and analytical, with strong attention to detail and a focus on continuous improvement

Skills

Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly
Working knowledge of ISQM (UK) 1 and UK auditing standards
Technical knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS and ethical standards

Location

Work Type

Flexible working
Reduced hours
Job shares

Experience Level

Assistant Manager

Education Level

Professional qualification (ACA / ACCA or equivalent)

Benefits

Support to balance work and life
Flexible working options
Opportunity to contribute to society through secondments, fundraising, or investing in entrepreneurs

About the Company

Grant Thornton provides audit, tax, and advisory services.
The firm empowers clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership.
Grant Thornton empowers its people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture, and work-life balance.
With over 5,000 people in the UK and a presence in 150 global markets, the firm is on an ambitious journey.
The culture thrives on the contributions of all people, looking beyond the easy path to deliver the right thing.
Building an inclusive culture where difference is valued and colleagues are respected helps people perform at their best.
The firm has an open and accessible culture with leaders interested in employees.
Values include: purposefully driven, actively curious, and candid but kind.

Equal Opportunity

Embracing uniqueness
Building an inclusive culture where we value difference and respect our colleagues
Freedom to bring your whole self to work