A&C - Risk Consulting - Industry & Services School Leaver Apprenticeship - London

A&C - Risk Consulting - Industry & Services School Leaver Apprenticeship - London

About the Advisory & Consulting Team

At Forvis Mazars, our Advisory and Consulting service line is an award-winning, global group of successful, entrepreneurial teams. The scope of roles across our service line is broad and varied, which is great for our team and clients. The diversity of our service offering enables us to make the time we spend with our clients count by helping them take meaningful, key decisions with confidence and meet their goals.

In Advisory & Consulting, collaboration is at the core of all we do. We have over 800 experts across our teams who operate as subject matter experts across our 6 business units:

• Deals and Financing
• Financial Services Consulting
• Consulting
• Infrastructure Finance
• Forensics and Completion
• Restructuring & Insolvency

The aim is to add value to clients by finding solutions to a range of financial issues as one collaborative team.

Join a team that prioritises quality and trust. Our team is commercial, pragmatic, and reactive to the changes in the market whilst also taking the time to ensure our approach is personal and productive.

About the Risk Consulting Industry and Services Team

The Risk Consulting Industry and Services team offers internal audit, advisory, and other assurance services across multiple organisations.

• The team provides services to companies of varying sizes, from FTSE 350 companies to companies with turnover of over £3bn, and smaller, privately-owned companies.
• Industries served include manufacturing, transport, energy and utilities, media, retail, professional services, and technology.

The team provides clarity over the performance of risk and internal control processes and raises recommendations for improvement where required. Services primarily include outsourced and co-sourced internal audit, as well as supporting other teams with risk-based engagements, such as enterprise risk management advisory services and external quality assessments.

Hear from one of our trainees, Hannah:

"There is a strong support network and culture at Forvis Mazars which encourages you to be inquisitive and engaging from the outset - improving and growing as an individual is really encouraged here."

About the Role

As a school leaver apprentice, here’s what will await you during your four-year training contract:

In this role, you will conduct internal audit reviews of our clients' operations in specific areas. Responsibilities include:

• Undertaking internal audits of individual areas of the client's business
• Providing recommendations that are proportionate and in line with best practice
• Managing all aspects of internal audit from opening meeting to report writing and audit closure

The audits you undertake will be varied and diverse, with a direct and meaningful impact on clients and the communities they serve. You will help shape internal processes, reduce exposure to risk, and highlight opportunities.

Training Progression

During your first two years you will:

• Perform internal audits by testing and reviewing documentation to establish a client’s exposure to risk and effectiveness of mitigating processes
• Obtain relevant information from clients while building rapport with client staff
• Undertake internal audit testing using a range of tools and methods
• Develop a thorough understanding of the client’s business, best practice, and applicable regulations
• Take ownership of an internal audit project within the first two months, providing feedback to clients verbally and through written reports
• Develop personal and professional skills through regular training with support from your team and line manager

During your third year you will:

• Support client managers in planning stages of work, including attending scoping meetings and drafting Terms of Reference
• Start to specialise in particular sub-sectors or types of audits
• Increase confidence in providing solutions to complex client scenarios
• Perform more challenging technical audits under guidance
• Gain proficiency in report writing and begin reviewing work of more junior team members
• Aid junior team members by providing support and feedback

During your final year you will:

• Complete complex audit reviews with minimal supervision
• Act as a point of contact for internal management, junior team members, and clients
• Manage operational delivery of client internal audit plans, including scoping meetings
• Develop client portfolio and contract management skills, on a pathway to Assistant Manager
• Gain exposure to Board-level client meetings and shadow managers presenting reports
• Provide on-the-job advice, training, and supervision of junior staff, with opportunity to take on Manager responsibilities

You are joining as a permanent employee, so the four years is only the beginning of your career journey at Forvis Mazars.

Who We're Looking For

• On track or have obtained A-levels or equivalent qualifications. Strong academic performance is important; however, we understand that things don’t always go to plan. Our recruitment process looks at your whole self – academic achievements as well as other experiences in which you have grown and developed
• Deep curiosity to learn new things and a naturally inquisitive mindset
• Ability to think critically, solve problems, and share knowledge
• Commitment to self-development and learning
• Strong sense of ownership of duties and high responsibility
• Always looks to try their best and seek ways to improve
• Enjoys engaging with new people with respect for diversity and integrity
• Works well under pressure and has a positive ‘can-do’ attitude
• Excellent time management skills
• Willingness to travel and adhere to a flexible working environment

Learning and Development

Fully funded professional qualifications: ACA followed by CIA

Our supportive culture includes coaching, mentorship, and one-on-one guidance.

• Time off to study, blended training approach (in-person and virtual learning)
• Allocated a buddy before joining to support your first year
• Comprehensive training in:
  • Professional excellence
  • Client excellence
  • Digital excellence
  • Technical excellence

Our goal is to help you reach your full potential and become a standout talent.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At Forvis Mazars, diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our values:

• We value unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences
• Diversity creates better outcomes for clients
• We promote an environment where you can:
  • Grow your skills
  • Belong to a team that values your ideas
  • Make an impact that matters

Next Steps

Roles will close as soon as the right candidates are found. To avoid disappointment, submit your application as soon as possible.

• Start date: 1 September 2026
• If you are an international applicant and/or require a visa, view our FAQs before applying for important deadlines and information

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button. Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.