New trainee intake at Grant Thornton in South Wales and the South West

Professional advisory firm Grant Thornton has welcomed 27 new joiners across South Wales and South West of England.

The new starts, part of an intake of 240 trainees across the UK, will join key departments across the business, with a focus on expanding the firm’s audit service.

Comprised of graduates and school leaver apprentices, the cohort will be supported through mentorship, structured learning initiatives, and opportunities to contribute to client delivery. This year’s intake also marks a significant milestone for the firm as it welcomes digital trainees for the first time to offices across the UK.

Grant Thornton said the addition of these digital roles opens new doors for candidates looking to use their experience in coding, data science and digital design who might have previous