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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data & AI Assistant Manager - **Company:** Grant Thornton UK LLP - **Location:** London, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data Governance, Python (Programming Language), KNIME, Power BI, SQL Databases, Tableau (Software), Microsoft Power Automate, Informatica Powercenter, Snowflake, Microsoft Fabric, Collibra, Data Analytics, Data Management, Virtual Agents, Alteryx, Databricks, Programming Languages - **Published:** September 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9b2e4588bd01998b ## About the Role * A professional qualification (CISA, AAIA, ACA, CA, ACCA, IIA etc.), or working towards one, with experience of delivering audit and assurance engagements. * Practical experience evaluating data governance and data management frameworks (e.g. DAMA DMBOK, DCAM) against regulatory and industry expectations. It would be great if you also had some of the following (but don't worry if you don't tick every box - we'll support your development): * Experience with using data platforms, programming languages and AI tools, such as Alteryx, Knime, Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, Tableau, Databricks, Snowflake, Microsoft Purview, Collibra, Informatica, Claude, Microsoft Copilot, Python and SQL among others, to deliver practical and impactful analytics assurances and solutions. * Experience of scoping, delivering, and reporting on internal audits, and in presenting conclusions to relevant stakeholders. * Knowledge and familiarity with AI Risk Management industry frameworks and methodologies. * Experience of building extensive and active networks across geographical regions and client organisations. ## Description Every day our teams help people in businesses and communities to do what is right and achieve their goals. Our Business Risk Services (BRS) practice focuses on helping organisations manage risk, improve operational processes and realise strategic objectives. Our teams bring together deep sector knowledge with technical expertise to deliver internal audit, technology risk and assurance services to FTSE 100 and large, complex international organisations. The Data, AI & Analytics team provides audit, assurance and advisory services to Grant Thornton clients in the UK and internationally. We help organisations meet their data and AI obligations, strengthen governance and controls, and unlock value from advanced analytics and AI in a responsible, proportionate and business-relevant way. As an Assistant Manager, you will take day-to-day responsibility for the delivery of client engagements across data and AI governance, managing fieldwork, financials and quality under the guidance of a Manager, while supporting the development of more junior team members. You will build strong working relationships with client stakeholders and start to build the network and experience needed to contribute to the growth of the practice. We're happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares - we'll support you to balance your work and life., * Take day-to-day responsibility for delivering client engagements focused on data & AI, technology risk, managing fieldwork from planning through to reporting, working closely with a Manager or above. * Support the planning of engagements, including risk assessments, scoping, terms of reference and audit programmes, and lead planning on smaller or less complex assignments. * Manage the financials of your engagements, including maintaining fee and cost forecasts, monitoring WIP, raising invoices in a timely manner and minimising debt, providing regular updates to your Manager. * Perform and take responsibility for fieldwork, including data analysis, control testing, discovery exercises and maturity assessments, and review work completed by Associates, ensuring it is completed in line with Grant Thornton methodologies and quality standards, with sufficient and appropriate evidence to support conclusions. * Apply your growing expertise in data and AI assurance, to identify risks, generate insight and shape practical, proportionate recommendations for clients. * Support the presentation of reports and findings to client stakeholders, translating technical work into clear, business-relevant conclusions. * Provide on-the-job coaching and feedback to Associates, supporting their technical and professional development. * Begin to build your internal and external network, identifying cross-service line (XLOS) opportunities, and supporting proposals and new business pitches. * Contribute to the continued development of the practice's data and AI assurance methodology, tools and propositions, including the use of automation and AI in internal audit delivery. * Build strong working relationships with clients and colleagues, demonstrating professionalism, curiosity and a commitment to quality in all interactions. ## Related Videos - [Pioneering AI Assistants in Banking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1627-pioneering-ai-assistants-in-banking) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1209-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou) - [REST, GraphQL, gRPC, and more: A comparison of modern API styles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100247-rest-graphql-grpc-and-more-a-comparison-of-modern-api-styles) - [AI PowerPlay: Building High-Impact Teams & Transformative Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1005-ai-powerplay-building-high-impact-teams-transformative-solutions) - [Data Analytics with Microsoft Fabric: End-to-End Use Case with Data Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1547-data-analytics-with-microsoft-fabric-end-to-end-use-case-with-data-agents) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift)