Grant Thornton’s 2027 London graduate recruitment now advertises a £40,000 starting salary. The Times reports that the change represents a £6,000 increase, while the firm’s own current recruitment listings confirm the new pay level for advertised London graduate opportunities.
What the official listing confirms
The Autumn 2027 Corporate Finance Advisory graduate role in London, reference TRN27_193, lists a £40,000 salary, funded professional study and a £5,000 milestone bonus. Half of that bonus is paid on joining and half after successful completion of the professional qualification.
| Item | Advertised London corporate-finance package |
|---|---|
| Starting salary | £40,000 |
| Milestone bonus | £5,000 total, split between joining and qualification |
| Professional training | Funded qualification, tuition and paid study leave |
| Intake | Autumn 2027 |
What this means for applicants
The pay figure gives applicants a concrete starting point for comparing offers. It should be read alongside the location, service line, qualification route and the demands of combining client work with professional study.
The £5,000 milestone bonus is not the same as an extra £5,000 paid immediately. Separate recurring salary from payments tied to joining or later achievements when building a budget. Check the written offer for the full bonus conditions rather than assuming a recruitment headline contains every term.
Compare the whole opportunity
A useful comparison includes the expected work, training support, commute and accommodation costs. Ask how study time is organised, which qualification applies to the role and what support is available if an examination does not go as planned.
Location also matters. Do not apply the London headline to every office or to student placements: different roles can advertise different packages. Read the exact vacancy you intend to apply for.
Where to find the roles
Use Grant Thornton’s official early-careers search to review current vacancies and programme conditions. Select a pathway that fits your interests and experience, then prepare examples that show your analytical judgement and willingness to learn.
Explore official Grant Thornton vacancies
Sources: Grant Thornton’s current London corporate-finance listing and The Times’ report on the pay increase. Checked 1 October 2026. Applicant comparison guidance is Opportunities Feed’s analysis.
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