ACABL - Underwriting and Portfolio Administrator Apprenticeship 2026

PKF FRANCIS CLARK; Wootton Bridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Wootton Bridge is seeking a candidate for an asset-based lending apprenticeship. This role involves preparing minutes and credit papers, following compliance procedures, and liaising with teams. Candidates should have A Levels or equivalent and demonstrate strong communication and attention to detail. The apprenticeship offers training aligned with a Level 6 qualification, setting a foundation for future opportunities.

Benefits

Structured training program

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Ability to manage time and prioritize workload effectively.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong interest in ABL, banking, and financial services.
• Competent using Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed minutes and credit papers.
• Follow AML/CDD procedures and prepare Risk Assessments.
• Liaise with Credit and Compliance teams.
• Visit prospects and present positive company image.

Skills

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Collaborative working

Interest in ABL and financial services

Adaptability to change

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

A Levels or equivalent

Job description

Key Responsibilities

About ABL, and with experience and training, prepare detailed and accurate minutes reflecting the outcome. Support the Underwriting team in preparing high quality credit papers for proposed transactions for submission to ICC.

Follow AML / CDD procedures, preparing Risk Assessments, Search Lists and Onboarding Checklists together with required level of due diligence to enable the successful onboarding of new clients.

Prepare fresh searches and due diligence for all new client directors. Ensure policies & procedures are followed and maintain good records. Liaise with Arbuthnot Latham Credit and Compliance teams as required.

Visit prospects as required. Prepare visit reports as necessary. Recognise and report compliance breaches, errors, and potential frauds. Always present a positive image of ACABL.

Study for the Level 6 Financial Services Commercial Chartered Banker Institute 18-month programme.

Key Interfaces

• ABL Underwriting team
• ABL Portfolio team
• ABL Commercial team
• Senior Leadership team

Person Specification

Knowledge / Experience: Ability to manage your time and workload effectively and prioritise your work to meet deadlines. Solid written and verbal communications skills. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work collaboratively, develop good working relationships and build your internal and external network. Strong interest in ABL, Banking and financial services. Ability to adapt to change and learn new technologies. Competence using Microsoft Office programs - Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Qualifications: Educated to-Levels or equivalent. You must not already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same level, or higher level than this apprenticeship.

Competencies: Performance Focus, Client Focus, Working Proactively, Team Working, Communications and Confidence.

Job Description

Arbuthnot Commercial Asset Based Lending is a subsidiary of Arbuthnot Latham and provides award-winning asset-based lending (ABL) facilities, plus cash flow loans to B2B SMEs and lower mid-market corporates for mergers and acquisitions, MBI, MBO, growth, and refinancing scenarios. Arbuthnot Latham has been associated with banking since 1833. It combines private and commercial banking, wealth planning and investment management. We believe in traditional relationship and service-led financial services powered by modern technology. Diverse and talented, with exceptionally high professional standards and a passion to deliver the very best for our clients, our people are our most vital asset.

Rewarding and challenging, we pride ourselves on encouraging colleagues to reach their full potential within a supportive and progressive environment. Our 18-24 month programme can be based at ACABL at Gatwick or at Arbuthnot Latham's office in London and is designed to provide you with the skills and experience to help you progress your career and contribute to AC's continuing success. It will be delivered through on-the-job learning aligned to your level 6 Apprenticeship course, and will provide overviews from other parts of the Business as well as exposure to senior leaders and opportunities to work on projects.

On successful completion of the programme, your training, experience and your Level 6 external qualification will set you with excellent career prospects. The programme is designed for students completing A level or equivalent education in 2025 or 2026 looking for their first professional role. During the programme, you can expect to:

• Work as part of a diverse team contributing to the team deliverables
• Complete an externally accredited level 6 qualification in a specific field which involves at least 20% of your work week studying
• Build your breath of experience through on-the-job learning
• Take part in a structured training programme covering