Audit Director, RI – Grant Thornton UK

About Grant Thornton UK – At Grant Thornton we do things differently by driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change. We provide audit, tax and advisory services and empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity and genuine partnership. With over 5,000 people and a presence in 150 global markets, we are on an ambitious journey from great to exceptional, building an inclusive culture and work‑life balance.

Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

Role Overview: Our audit directors are responsible individuals who deliver and sign off high‑quality audits. The role emphasises strategic growth of the audit team, business development, coaching, and fostering an inclusive culture. We seek experienced RI professionals with a high audit quality rating in the listed or larger mid‑market space who are passionate about coaching teams and building long‑standing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and sign off high‑quality audits for our clients.
• Lead strategic growth and development of the audit team.
• Business development and client relationship management.
• Coaching and mentoring audit staff to achieve excellence.
• Championing an inclusive and high‑performing culture.

Qualifications

• Experienced RI professional with strong audit quality record.
• Background in listed or larger mid‑market clients.
• Proven coaching and leadership skills.
• Commitment to inclusive culture and high performance.
• Desire to take a strategic leadership role towards partnership.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and reward package.
• Employee Benefit Trust (EBT) offering equity units below partner grade.
• £1.2 million investment in digital mindset training.
• Clear pathway and support for progression to partnership.
• Inclusive, trust‑based, flexible work environment.

Note to agencies – we operate a direct sourcing model but do have a formal PSL in place if needed. We will only consider speculative CVs or candidate profiles directed to the Talent & Recruitment team, not to the Audit practice.