Assurance Associate School Leaver - Jersey

About the role

EY Channel Islands is recruiting an Assurance Associate School Leaver in Jersey for its FY28 programme, starting in late August 2027. You will join assurance teams that work with clients to understand their businesses and financial accounts, identifying and addressing risks. The role suits recent school leavers: no minimum UCAS points or degree classification is required, though academic qualifications are still considered.

To apply as a school leaver you must hold a British or Irish passport and be a resident of Jersey or hold the correct permission to live and work there; work permits or visas cannot be obtained for international passport holders in student entry-level positions.

Key responsibilities

• Research clients' businesses and the industries in which they operate
• Build and maintain professional relationships with clients, collecting information and giving updates
• Gather and analyse information and data to prepare draft reports
• Share knowledge proactively and pursue your own learning and development

Required profile

• Motivation to study towards the ACCA/ICAEW professional qualification to become a Chartered Certified Accountant
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well in a team and collaborate effectively
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing circumstances

Required skills

• Ideally project management skills
• Ideally strong IT skills

What we offer

• Competitive basic salary, discretionary annual bonus, 27 days annual leave, personal allowance for health and wellbeing, 2 days volunteering, interest-free loans for graduates, matched employer pension up to 10% and private health insurance including dental
• Full support towards the ACCA/ICAEW qualification, including fees, study leave and a career counsellor
• Hybrid working options, a remote working policy and global mobility after full qualification
• Internal networks and communities, coaching and training, and a diverse and inclusive culture