Private Capital Audit 12 Month Placement Programme (Summer 2026) - Oxford

Understand how businesses work by analysing financial statements, reviewing internal controls, and learning how companies manage money, risk, and operations. The UK member firms of Grant Thornton are part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 76,000 people in over 150 countries. We’re a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That’s Grant Thornton. Real responsibility. Real impact. Right from the start.

Auditors are investigators, problem-solvers, and trusted advisers who dive deep into how businesses operate, ensuring the numbers tell the real story and helping organisations stay on track. You will be part of the Thames Valley and Southampton audit team (TVS), working with our Oxford, Reading and Southampton offices across the Thames Valley area (Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Hampshire). Occasional travel between offices may be required to conduct audits and participate in training and development. This 12-month placement programme is your launchpad to a meaningful career and a chance to make a real impact on UK businesses.

Responsibilities

• You’ll be part of a team that helps businesses stay financially healthy, transparent, and accountable.
• You’ll learn by doing, with plenty of support along the way.
• Work with a variety of clients, from household names to innovative start-ups, gaining exposure to different industries and challenges.
• 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.

Who we’re looking for

• 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.
• 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.

What you’ll get

• Kickstart your career with a structured placement programme designed to give you real-world experience from day one.
• 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.
• Our approach to how we work helps you balance life, learning, and work.
• Exclusive discounts on shopping, gyms, and wellbeing services.
• Opportunities to give back through mentoring, volunteering, or fundraising initiatives.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including: extra holiday options (including flexible bank holidays and the option to purchase additional holidays), life assurance, and private medical insurance.

Join the firm that’s shaping the accountants of the future. We’re growing fast, and we want you to grow with us. With digital-first innovation and an inclusive culture that powers progress, this is your chance to shape what’s next. This isn’t just a placement programme—it’s the start of something bigger.