Grant Thornton 2026 Graduate Programme

Real Opportunities with Grant Thornton’s Graduate Programme

Who we are: 

Grant Thornton Advisors LLC and Grant Thornton Ireland (GT) have recently come together to form a powerful multinational, multidisciplinary platform that delivers premier advisory, tax, and independent audit services. With $2.7 billion in revenues and nearly 60 offices across the U.S., Ireland, the UAE, and other territories, our combined platform brings enhanced solutions and capabilities supported by cutting-edge technologies and a team of nearly 13,000 quality-driven professionals.

Grant Thornton Ireland contributes nearly 3,000 people across 9 offices in Ireland, the Isle of Man, Gibraltar, and Bermuda, and is part of a global network of over 68,000 professionals spanning more than 149 countries. Together, we offer a truly global reach backed by deep local knowledge and national expertise.

By joining forces, we strengthen our ability to act as trusted advisors who make business more personal - investing in relationships and empowering clients to make the right decisions for their organisations today and into the future. Whether working with the public sector to build thriving communities, partnering with regulators and financial institutions to build trust, or supporting diverse businesses to achieve their goals, Grant Thornton now provides a singular, seamless client experience grounded in collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to the issues that matter most.

Our Graduate Programme 

Our Graduate Programme provides a real opportunity for career development. 

• A real opportunity to grow and succeed as part of a team. 
• A real opportunity to work with and learn from the best in the business. 
• A real opportunity to make a difference and excel by bringing fresh ideas. 
• A real opportunity to lead a new era of Professional Services. 

Interested in real professional opportunities that challenge your thinking and accelerate your growth? With the Grant Thornton Graduate Programme, you’ll be at the heart of client projects from the get-go. You’ll gain first-hand experience at problem solving, engaging authentically with clients, collaborating with industry leaders and working with multi-disciplinary, global teams to address complex challenges that have real-world impact. You’ll be developing a diverse skillset, realising your passions and discovering your long-term career ambitions. 

Why Grant Thornton? 

Professional services firms don’t produce goods; we produce solutions and ideas. When organisations encounter a problem requiring external advice or expertise, they call Grant Thornton. As a member of our team, you’ll be building the future - not a product. You’ll work alongside some of the most respected subject-matter experts in the world as they develop innovative solutions for clients with wide-ranging challenges. You’ll receive hands-on coaching from the best in the business, acquiring knowledge from a group of professionals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. 

Candidates are attracted to Grant Thornton for many reasons, but our people are at the top of the list. Our employees aren't just the cogs in a machine; they're the heartbeat of our company, and their enthusiasm fuels our success. You’ll experience a culture of camaraderie and mutual support and be part of an inclusive, diverse team that values everyone’s contributions. We believe an open, respectful environment encourages bold ideas that benefit our colleagues, clients and communities. 

We empower growth, giving our people the autonomy and support to generate impact. We offer personalised learning paths, training and development, supportive mentorships and more. You’ll have the opportunity to build connections worldwide, working with clients in multiple geographies, collaborating with our international network and tapping into global pools of knowledge. 

Choosing your path:

Choose the Graduate Programme that’s most suited to your career interests and aspirations:

Audit & Assurance

As a graduate trainee on the Audit & Assurance team, you’ll have the opportunity to work with diverse clients, from startups to SMEs to global multinationals, operating in various industries across Ireland, the UK and the US. You’ll be exposed to clients working in pharmaceuticals, fintech, banking, hospitality, asset management and more, and you’ll have the opportunity to work with subject-matter experts from across Grant Thornton’s international network.

Advisory

As a graduate trainee on the Advisory Services team, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate closely with organisations of all sizes, from start-ups to SMEs to large multinationals, as you work to address challenges in business-critical areas such as digital transformation, change management, corporate finance, business strategy and more. You’ll work on the ground, completing projects as part of a team of subject-matter experts. Our clients are as varied as the problems they face, operating across various industries, including retail, law, food and agriculture, technology, healthcare and more.

Tax

Our Tax team works across the entire spectrum of tax. We’re talking personal financial planning to local and international businesses and everything in-between. We’re delivering the best for our clients - and for you because you’ll get fully immersive exposure and really interesting work assignments. Tax is always evolving, and you’ll be in the heart of that advising clients on changes that will impact them.

By being adaptable, you’ll get to develop tax strategies and solutions customised to client needs. And you’ll get loads of experience working with all sorts of businesses, from sole traders to SMEs from multiple industries!

Who we're looking for: 

We are hiring graduates from various disciplines, including business, computer science, STEM, accountancy, and more. We're seeking creative thinkers with fresh ideas and traditionalists who dream big. Our goal is to inspire you to grow professionally while embracing who you are personally. 

If you have a minimum 2.1 in your degree and have strong IT skills, then we want you to work with us. You provide the ambition; we’ll provide the experience. 

What we offer: 

Enjoy competitive salary packages, study leave and secondment opportunities. The Professional Education team offers exam support, while the Be-Well Programme includes private health insurance, an on-site gym, modern work environments and more. The Grant Thornton Learning team provides skills training to support you in achieving your goals. 

Application Process: 

• Our application process only takes a few minutes, but please complete the form accurately. 
• Please use your personal email address when applying.
• We’re here to help. If you have any questions, contact our graduate recruitment team at graduaterecruitment@ie.gt.com  
• Closing date is Wednesday 22nd October 2025 at 5pm.

Join Grant Thornton today to realise real opportunities and become an integral part of shaping a better future for us all.