What does this team do?
Audit matters to everyone, even if you've never heard the word before. When a company shares its financial results, people need to know those numbers are accurate. That's where audit comes in. We check company financial reports independently, so the public, investors and businesses can trust what they're seeing. It's a job that protects people, and it genuinely makes a difference.
In IT Audit, we help organisations identify and manage technology risks that could impact financial reporting and business performance. As an IT Auditor, you will identify technology-related risks, evaluate the effectiveness of IT controls and cybersecurity measures, and assess the impact of emerging technologies, such as AI, cloud computing, and automation, on an organisation's control environment. Working alongside financial audit teams and the companies we audits, you will provide practical insights that support high-quality audits and strengthen trust in technology-enabled processes.
You will gain exposure to a wide range of organisations, from large global businesses to smaller entities, developing both technical and professional skills. This role offers a unique opportunity to understand how technology supports business objectives. It will enable you to communicate complex technical concepts in a clear and impactful way.
By helping ensure the integrity of financial reporting, you will contribute to building confidence and trust in organisations and the wider market.
What skills and academic qualifications do I need?
You’ll need to have obtained or be studying towards a minimum 2:1 in any degree discipline and have graduated by September 2027 for the Autumn 2027 intake. We have identified 10 core skills that are essential to all of our roles in Early Careers. To learn more about these skills and their detailed descriptions, please visit the 'Discover What We Look For' section in our Candidate Zone.
What kind of work will I do?
At Deloitte, you'll be immersed in a dynamic and challenging environment from day one. Our comprehensive training program will equip you with the skills you need to excel, and you'll quickly gain responsibility for developing individuals and managing teams, with ongoing support from experienced mentors. No two days are alike, and your work will have a tangible impact.
As part of the IT Audit team, your responsibilities will include:
- Stakeholder management: Working in teams and building relationships both within the IT specialist team as well as financial audit and beyond.
- Risk Assessment: Identifying and evaluating risks associated with company’s use of technology.
- Control Testing: Assessing IT controls design and perform testing of implementation and operating effectiveness to provide assurance on smooth operation of controls throughout the review period. This includes gathering and analysing evidence in line with audit methodology and standards.
- Communication: Build effective working relationships across IT audit team, financial audit team, and the companies we audit to support the delivery of high-quality audits.
- Reporting: Communicate findings clearly and concisely, contributing to audit documentation, reporting, and stakeholder discussions.
- Innovation: Contributing to the continuous improvement of our audit processes, enhancing efficiency and providing greater insights to the companies we audit.
Where will I work?
At Deloitte we recognise how important face-to-face interaction is for your development in a new role. We value both in-person collaboration and the flexibility that allows for a healthy work-life balance. We operate a hybrid work model, combining office and remote work arrangements. While client-facing roles may require on-site visits, your meetings will be a blend of virtual and in-person interactions. Your initial induction and final assessment will be conducted in person, providing valuable networking and relationship-building opportunities.
All our workspaces are accessible, however, if you require further flexibility due to a health condition or caring responsibilities, please discuss this with our team. You can find further information on our parent and carer policies here.
What’s in it for me?
You’ll join a world-class training scheme in a full-time permanent role, with a market-leading salary, benefits and a professional qualification that supports your long-term career. This is underpinned by our shared sense of purpose:
- We challenge and we rise to the challenge: We’ll support you to achieve your potential through an outstanding training scheme, an internationally recognised professional qualification and ongoing investment in your development throughout your career.
- We include everyone: You’ll be part of an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued, learning is shared and you can build a strong professional network.
- We do the right thing: You’ll do work with purpose in a place where you can be yourself, grow professionally and personally, and make an impact that underpins the public interest and confidence in financial reporting.
How will I develop?
Working as an IT Audit Specialist, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact from day one.
- You’ll be managing business relationships and developing an ability to understand how businesses use technology to help them achieve their objectives and the risks/opportunities involved. You’ll also gain invaluable knowledge of how different organisations manage these risks.
- You’ll get to work with some of the most talented professionals in this specialism. Alongside hands-on experience, you’ll have the opportunity to study towards qualifications, such as the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification offered by the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) or complete a Master of Science (MSc) in Digital and Business Risk Management. Throughout this time, you’ll be given allocated study leave for learning.
- Studying for a qualification is a challenging but rewarding experience. It will include not only technical skills, but soft skills like strong communication, decision-making, resilience and problem-solving.
- We will cover the cost of all mandated courses, permitted exam attempts and membership fees required for your qualification. We will also provide a specified amount of paid study leave.
Additional support and benefits information
- We’re a collaborative, inclusive firm and we want to help you to use your unique talents and perspectives in the workplace. From diversity networks to wellbeing and much more, we aim to support and reward you in the best way possible. Please use the links below to discover more about our processes, benefits, values and culture.
- You can learn more about the full recruitment process here.
- Do you have accessibility requirements or need reasonable adjustments for the interview or assessment process? Find out how we can help.
- Learn more about our values, culture and purpose as a firm.
- Want to hear from some of our people to inspire your future career? Check out our Life at Deloitte page.
- At Deloitte we value diversity, and we’re committed to ensuring that our people thrive through a wide range of initiatives and diversity networks. Discover more about inclusion and wellbeing.
- We value our people and recognise their hard work. Learn about the rewards and benefits available at Deloitte.
Application deadlines
Application deadlines: There is no specific deadline for this role, but we recommend getting your application in as soon as possible. Please note, some of our roles may close quickly if we experience high demand.
Assessment deadlines: Once you’ve applied to this role, you’ll receive an email from our recruitment team outlining next steps and the relevant deadlines for you to complete the following stages of our process.
We operate a strict one application per year policy across our Early Careers opportunities. We recommend only submitting an application for a role that you feel is right for you.
Please note that this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship and therefore we’re unable to progress applications from candidates who require skilled worker sponsorship.
Please note that the salary for this role does not meet the minimum threshold required under the Immigration Rules for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship and therefore we’re unable to progress applications from candidates who require Skilled Worker sponsorship.
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