Value for Money Manager

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. A true alternative.

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. And with that comes the opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like, and what you want from your career.

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. A true alternative.

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. And with that comes the opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like, and what you want from your career.

Job Description:

As a VFM Audit Manager, you will lead the delivery of high-quality Value for Money reviews, ensuring projects are scoped, planned, and executed effectively. You will manage complex stakeholder relationships, oversee team performance, and ensure that deliverables meet both internal standards and client expectations. You will play a key role in coaching and developing team members, driving continuous improvement, and promoting inclusive leadership.
 

Life is about 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, whether that's reduced or condensed hours, job shares, we'll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance. Everyone in the firm is encouraged to work in a hybrid way, want to go for a run at 3pm, or collect children from school? That's fine with us if it fits with your client work. Our framework for how we work underpins our approach, giving us all the confidence to make decisions that work for us, and our teams.

Knowing we're right for you
 

Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people, we never settle for what is easy, we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone.  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.

A look into the role
 

As a Manager within our Value for Money Audit Team, you will:

• Lead assigned VFM audits, taking full responsibility for quality, timeliness, and budget adherence.
• Develop and maintain individual project plans, proactively identifying risks and managing overruns effectively.
• Drive team performance, promote a collaborative culture, and ensure that the team pulls together to deliver impactful outcomes across the portfolio.
• Lead and support graduate and assistant manager work, ensuring clarity of roles and responsibilities.
• Coach and mentor team members, providing development opportunities and managing performance.
• Manage complex scheduling across multiple stakeholders, ensuring smooth engagement and timely meetings.
• Provide regular updates to the Portfolio Holder and Audit Team throughout the review .
• Support the Senior Managers and Director in identifying and mitigating portfolio and team risks.
• Drive continuous improvement through efficiencies, best practices, and thought leadership.
• Lead inclusively, ensuring all team members have a voice and contribute meaningfully.
• Champion the firm's Inclusion policy and lead initiatives that foster a diverse and respectful workplace.

Knowing you're right for us

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.

• Proven recent experience in leading audit or assurance projects, ideally within a VFM or public sector context.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to coach, develop, and manage performance within a team.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Familiarity with audit methodologies and Microsoft Office tools, including documentation and reporting.
• Ability to work independently, taking ownership of project delivery and leading others with clarity and purpose.

Beyond the job 
 

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 firm's values – purposefully 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. It's how it should be.

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