People Manager in London

At Grant Thornton we do things differently - looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our 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, we’re on an ambitious journey, from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential.

Role summary: Every day our teams help people across various industries to do what is right and achieve their goals. The role of an Apprentice/Trainee Supervisor within the commercial audit business is critical to the experience our Associates have as they embark on their Audit careers and is key to retaining our great people. Through your everyday interactions with our Associates you will play a pivotal role in inspiring our people to be their best and creating an inclusive culture.

You will work closely with the Associate Career Coaches and other key internal stakeholders such as Office Training Contacts, Early Careers, People Advisory and Graduate Recruitment. We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, we’ll support you to balance your work and life.

What you’ll do: As an Apprentice/Trainee Supervisor within our Audit team, you will:

• Be responsible for providing both support and challenge to Associates to enable them to be their best.
• Have regular conversations with Associates to understand workload, pressures, wellbeing and feedback.
• Proactively manage issues that arise including exam fails, under performance, absence and wellbeing concerns and escalate issues where appropriate.
• Handle numerous administrative tasks such as monitoring performance feedback and preparing data for talent meetings.
• Attend progress review with Apprenticeship training provider.
• Lead the local orientation for Associates, providing a first-class introduction to our firm.
• Work in close partnership with Associate Career Coaches and the other Apprentice/Trainee Supervisors.
• Value diversity through everyday inclusion.

You will work collaboratively with a variety of internal teams including our Central Talent and Capacity Team (CTCT), Early Careers, People Advisory, Business School and Audit Training Leads. You’ll also be an active member of both the local management team and people manager community.

Given the importance of this role, there will be opportunities for the right person to expand their knowledge and develop their skillset including commercial awareness and contributing to people projects.

Knowing you’re right for us: Joining us as an Associate People Manager, the minimum criteria you’ll need is:

• Experience of mentoring and coaching others.
• Experience of direct people/line management.
• Experience of supporting and challenging others to help them reach their full potential.
• Confidence in using Microsoft packages.
• A passion for creating the best possible experience for our Associates, Apprentices & Trainees.

It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, we’ll help you develop along the way:

• Experience in supporting office or firm wide projects or initiatives.
• Experience of wellbeing and support.
• Knowledge of accountancy profession training pathways.
• Stakeholder management and project management skills.
• Experience of collaborating with a range of teams.

Knowing we’re right for you: Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.

Our open and accessible culture means you’ll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That’s why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.

Beyond the job: Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.

The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society. It’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our values – Purposely driven, Actively curious and Candid but kind.

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.