Finance Apprentice - Bristol
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Position Overview & Specifications
Agile Working Options Unable to Offer Agile Options Job Description Summary The Lloyds Banking Group Finance Apprenticeship is the ideal opportunity for enthusiastic individuals who are eager to get started with their career and gain a professional qualification at the same time.
We’re looking for innovative problem solvers, team-players and people with an eye for detail who are keen to make an impact within banking and financial services. If this sounds like you, join us and be part of an inclusive, values-led culture passionate about making a difference.
We don’t just look for exam results – we’re looking for passion, personality and the commitment to learn! Whatever your dream, you can expect excellent benefits, personal development and a career that’s enriching and full of opportunity. Job Description What you’ll do: Group Finance is a business function that plays a vital role in keeping Lloyds Banking Group safe, successful and sustainable while supporting the Group’s vision to be the best bank for customers. We manage all aspects of finance for the group, enabling the business to make better financial decisions. Banking is a risky business – in finance we quantify risk using analytical techniques and modelling software and we explain it in plain English to key decision makers. We are also responsible for meeting our statutory and regulatory requirements. That’s quite a responsibility, given that we’re one of Britain’s largest banks and the largest provider of digital financial products in the UK. You’ll enjoy placements across Group Finance (all based in Bristol) where you’ll gain experience in one of our divisions who are responsible for reconciling, analysing and reporting on key data and results for Lloyds Banking Group. The role provides an excellent opportunity to build core finance skills and gain experience across a number of teams through a mixture of formal learning and on-the-job training. About the programme & what you’ll learn: Starting in September 2023, we’ll support your study for a fully funded professional qualification - Professional Accounting Technician (ACCA) Level 4 Apprenticeship. We’ll also support you in achieving the Level 7 ACCA qualification, which will deepen your understanding of finance and mean you’ll end the scheme as a fully qualified accountant - a combined study time of around 4/5 years. In each of your placements, you’ll be aligned to the appropriate qualification stage - everything you learn will be relevant and readily applicable in your day-to-day role. Whilst on the apprenticeship scheme around 20% of your time will be dedicated to ‘Mandatory Apprenticeship Hours’, which can include attending workshops, shadowing, reading, completing assignments etc. This means 80% of your role is applying your learning in the workplace, in a safe environment. Please note – as part of this role you’ll be expected to work from the office as and when required by the business. The apprenticeship scheme will give you significant insight into our entire business. Our central role offers a unique perspective on how Lloyds Banking Group functions as a whole and how our business areas operate across the organisation. This added exposure can be a valuable stepping stone towards senior leadership positions in the future. By the end of this programme, you’ll have a clear path for progression within Lloyds Banking Group and a firm understanding of your strengths and career goals. Entry requirements: We expect you to be motivated, ambitious and committed to your own development. In particular, you’ll be keen to get to grips with financial systems and processes.
- Minimum 5 GCSEs Grades 4 -9 (inc. Maths at minimum B or Level 5 and English Language)
- Bristol - £24,579
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Banking & Lending
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Finance Apprentice - Bristol roles across Lloyds Banking Group's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Banking & Lending.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £24,579 - £27,310 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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