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Business Risk Services
Our Business Risk Services team deliver practical and pragmatic solutions that support clients in growing and protecting the inherent value of their businesses.
Consulting
Tailored consulting solutions that deliver measurable results through digital, regulatory and strategic transformation.
Corporate Finance and Deal Advisory
We offer a dedicated team of experienced individuals with a focus on successfully executing transactions for corporates and financial institutions. We offer an integrated approach, with our corporate finance specialists working seamlessly with tax and other specialists to ensure that every angle is covered.
Forensic Accounting
We have a different way of doing business by delivering real insight through a combination of technical rigour, commercial experience and intuitive judgment. We take pride in delivering responsive and tailored solutions to all our clients, capitalising on the wealth of experience housed within our Belfast and wider Forensics team
Restructuring
We work with a wide variety of clients and stakeholders such as high street banks, private equity funds, directors, government agencies and creditors to implement solutions which provide the best possible outcomes.

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Audit

Our audit services can strengthen your business and stakeholders' confidence. You'll receive professionally verified results and insights that help you grow.

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Tax

Our tax services help you gain trust and stay ahead, enabling you to manage your tax transparently and ethically.

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Corporate and International Tax
Northern Ireland businesses face further challenges as they operate in the only part of the UK that has a land border with a country offering a lower tax rate.
Employer Solutions
Our team specialises in remuneration and incentive planning and works closely with employers, shareholders and employees to ensure that business strategies are aligned and goals achieved in the most tax efficient, cost-effective manner.
Entrepreneur and Private Client Taxes
Our team of experienced advisors are on hand to guide you through any decision or transaction ranging from the establishment of new business ventures, to realising value on exit, to succession planning and providing for loved ones.
Global Mobility Services
Grant Thornton Ireland offer a different approach to managing global mobility. We have brought together specialists from our tax, global payroll, people and change and financial accounting teams across Ireland and Northern Ireland, while drawing on the knowledge and insights of our global network of over 143 offices of mobility professionals to provide you with a holistic approach to managing global mobility.
Outsourced Payroll
Our outsourced service provides valued service to over 150 separate PAYE schemes. These ranging from 1 to 1000 employees, working for micro, SME and global employers. The service is supported by the integrated network of tax and global mobility teams and the wider Grant Thornton network delivering a seamless service. Experienced staff deliver a personal service built around your business needs.
Tax Disputes and Investigations
Our Tax Disputes and Investigation team is made up of tax experts and former HMRC investigators who have years of experience in dealing with a variety of tax investigations. Our expertise and insight can guide you through all interactions, keeping your cost at a minimum while allowing you to continue with the day to day running of your business.
VAT and Indirect Taxes
At Grant Thornton (NI) LLP, our team helps Northern Ireland businesses manage their UK and global indirect tax risks which, as transactional taxes, can quickly become big liabilities.

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Grant Thornton Ireland is rapidly approaching 3,000 people, in 9 offices across Ireland, Isle of Man, Gibraltar and Bermuda. With a presence in over 149...

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Make regulation manageable

With increasing complexity across financial, data and operational regulation, businesses can no longer rely on tick-box compliance. Grant Thornton provides proactive, sector-informed solutions that help you stay compliant, minimise risk and manage change effectively.

From designing frameworks and simplifying reporting to supporting regulatory engagements, our team combines local expertise with practical delivery to help you navigate the demands of today’s oversight landscape.

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Our solutions

01 Regulatory advisory

Stay ahead of change with expert guidance

We help organisations understand new rules and respond effectively:

Horizon scanning and regulation analysis
Framework and policy design
Gap assessments and readiness reviews
Ongoing monitoring programme design

02 Risk and due diligence

Strengthen your defences with targeted controls

Manage operational risk and meet oversight expectations:

Regulatory due diligence
Internal audits and governance reviews
Risk assessments and testing
Mitigation strategy development

03 Reporting and innovation

Streamline compliance through technology

Use automation and data to make reporting faster and more reliable:

Regulatory reporting automation
Data integrity and validation
Submission and disclosure support
Integrated compliance dashboards

04 Engagement and remediation

Respond credibly to regulatory scrutiny

Prepare for inspections and respond to concerns with structure:

Inspection and review preparation
Regulatory engagement support
Remediation planning
Programme delivery oversight

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Kevin Coleman

Partner - Advisory

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Why Grant Thornton

We offer hands-on regulatory support tailored to Northern Ireland’s local context, backed by insight from our wider global network. Our approach is responsive, collaborative and grounded in practical outcomes.

With Grant Thornton, our clients receive:

Tailored advice: Solutions that reflect your industry and risk profile
Forward-looking insight: Support to anticipate and prepare for change
Streamlined delivery: Tools that simplify compliance activities
Trusted guidance: Experience working with regulators and stakeholders
Risk management: Frameworks that protect operations and reputation

Start building confidence in your compliance position today. Speak to our Regulatory specialists in Northern Ireland.

Client impact

Delivering confidence through compliance

Regulatory change fully embedded

Assessed gaps, built a practical plan and led implementation to embed a new operating model aligned with regulatory requirements.

End-to-end inspection support

Guided the client through a full inspection cycle, managing engagement and readiness while clarifying regulator expectations.

Strengthened customer outcomes

Reviewed the customer journey and supported leaders with a roadmap to enhance conduct, meet expectations and reduce risk.