Accounting and Finance Degree Apprenticeship - West Yorkshire (Leeds and Halifax)

Lloyds Banking Group; Trinity; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension up to 15%

Annual performance bonus

Share schemes

Discounted shopping

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Wellbeing initiatives & parental leave

Job summary

Lloyds Banking Group is offering a five-year Apprenticeship in Finance with hybrid working across West Yorkshire (Leeds & Halifax) and rotation through core finance teams.

You’ll study for a BA (Hons) in Accounting & Finance while pursuing CIMA qualification, supported by a funded degree and practical experience. A competitive apprenticeship salary applies.

Qualifications

• You must be at least 18 on 1st Sept 2027.
• GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 4–9.
• Minimum 104 UCAS points; offers conditional on achievements.

Responsibilities

• Keep us on track in Core Finance with monthly reporting, budgeting and forecasting.
• Spot the fine print in Audit & Assurance to avoid slips.
• Be the safety net in Risk & Governance.
• Plot the big moves in Strategic Business Management.
• Steer the money in Taxation & Treasury.

Skills

Forecasting

Financial reporting

Risk analysis

Investment advisory

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BSc (Hons) Accounting & Finance

Tools

Data analytics platforms

Next-gen reporting tools

Job description

End Date

Tuesday 01 December 2026

Please note: In order to complete an apprenticeship there needs to be a significant learning need. You need to consider your previous qualifications or significant relevant work experience which may mean you cannot proceed with this application.

We support flexible working –

Flexible Working Options

Hybrid Working

Job Description Summary

Prior to submitting your application, please visit our early careers website to find out more about the programmes we offer and the recruitment journey: www.lloydsbankinggrouptalent.com. Our apprenticeship programmes may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so it’s best to apply as soon as you can. If you have any questions, please do contact the team at [e-mail]

Job Description

Duration: 5 years

Salary: £27,400

Location: West Yorkshire encompasses our two hub locations: Leeds and Halifax. As part of the apprenticeship programme, you will undertake placement rotations at both sites.

Start: September 2027

Qualifications: BSc (Hons) Accounting & Finance Manager degree with Manchester Metropolitan University. Once you complete your degree, you will continue your learning to become fully CIMA qualified.

Shape the numbers. Break the mould

At Lloyds Banking Group, Finance is less about adding things up and more about making things happen. Big things.

It’s the engine room that powers us. It’s strategy. It’s insight. It’s action. And if you’re one of our Accountancy apprentices, you’re not just along for the ride. You’re driving.

From the moment you join, you’re in the thick of it - shaping decisions, driving change and helping us deliver for millions of customers.

See the big picture

Think of this as your 5 year all access pass to the inner workings of the UK’s biggest bank. You’ll rotate through different teams - in Finance and beyond - to see every angle of how we run the show.

You could be:

• Keeping us on track in Core Finance with monthly reporting, budgeting and forecasting.
• Spotting the fine print in Audit & Assurance so nothing slips through the cracks.
• Being our safety net in Risk & Governance.
• Plotting the big moves in Strategic Business Management.
• Steering the money in Taxation & Treasury.
• Or breaking out of Finance entirely - working with other business areas, getting closer to customers and seeing how we Help Britain Prosper.

And you’ll collect stories, skills and lifelong friends along the way.

Swap theory for action

This isn’t “sit quietly and take notes” learning. This is “grab a seat at the table” learning.

You’ll be forecasting performance or producing key reports. Analysing risk, advising on investments, and solving complex problems alongside multi‑skilled teams of finance and tech experts. All while gaining a 360° view of how finance powers the Group.

You’ll master how to create, verify and review accurate, timely financial information. And grow your soft skills like collaboration, communication and influencing (the good kind).

Plus, you’ll get your hands on the kind of tech that makes old‑school spreadsheets look like cave paintings - data analytics platforms, next‑gen reporting tools and more.

And because we’re big on backing talent, you’ll have plenty of chances to show what you can do - and surprise even yourself - early on.

Your future, fully funded

We’ll cover the cost of your degree and pay you a salary while you learn, giving you the opportunity to earn a fully funded BA (Hons) degree in Accounting & Finance and become CIMA qualified.

By the end, you won’t just understand Finance. You’ll have the skills, confidence and qualifications to take your career anywhere. Plus, a few extra letters after your name to show off.

And because we know talent comes from everywhere, we welcome people from all backgrounds. Whatever your story, there’s a place for you here.

Requirements

What you’ll need

• You’ll need to be at least 18 years old on 1st September 2027
• GCSEs at grade 4 – 9 in both Maths and English (achieved)
• You’ll need a minimum of 104 UCAS points (these grades can be predicted, but any offer made to you will be conditional upon successful achievement of these qualifications)

An additional requirement for the apprenticeship position is that you must currently possess a valid Right to Work in the UK. Your visa end date must extend beyond the duration of the apprenticeship programme, which will last up to five years.

Due to Home Office requirements regarding Skilled Workers, we’re unable to accept applications for visa sponsorship for our apprenticeship roles as the proposed salary for the role does not meet the minimum threshold – if this situation applies to you, please consider looking for other vacancies which may be more suitable.

Locations

This apprenticeship is based in West Yorkshire (Halifax, Leeds), and you will be expected to work from your primary office throughout the programme. While our hybrid working policy requires office attendance at least two days per week (40% for full-time colleagues), apprentices are expected to be in the office most days during the initial settling‑in period. If your commute exceeds 1.5 hours, we strongly recommend relocating closer to the office to ensure consistent attendance in line with contractual and hybrid working expectations.

About Working For Us

Our ambition is to be the leading UK business for diversity, equity and inclusion supporting our customers, colleagues and communities and we’re committed to creating an environment in which everyone can thrive, learn and develop.

We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer Initiative.

We offer reasonable workplace adjustments for colleagues with disabilities, including flexibility in office attendance, location and working patterns. And, as a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee interviews for a fair and proportionate number of applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role with a disability, long‑term health or neurodivergent condition through the Disability Confident Scheme.

We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to reduce or remove barriers. Just let us know what you need.

Salary

You will join us on a fixed apprenticeship salary. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be re‑graded, with your pay range consistent with the job family for your business area.

We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes:

• A generous pension contribution of up to 15%
• An annual performance‑related bonus
• Share schemes including free shares
• Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping
• 22 days’ holiday, with bank holidays on top
• A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies

The closing date to apply for this opportunity is 1st December 2026.

What happens next?

Submit your application → Complete the online assessments → If successful, attend the Assessment Centre in February → Receive your outcome.

At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop.

We're focused on creating a values‑led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we’re building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.