Apprenticeship Trainee 2027

Larking Gowen LLP; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days' annual leave

Fully funded professional study

Medicash health plan

Life assurance

Group Income Protection

Pension scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Annual salary reviews

Job summary

Larking Gowen LLP is recruiting an Apprenticeship Trainee to start in September 2027 (January 2027 starts also possible). You will earn while you learn, gain valuable client experience and work toward a professional qualification within an award-winning accountancy and business advisory firm.

Join a supportive, inclusive workplace that values wellbeing, work-life balance and personal growth through tailored training.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Confident team player who enjoys collaborating with others.
• Approachable, professional and dependable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Motivated to make a positive impact for colleagues and clients.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience from day one while receiving structured training.
• Earn a salary while studying towards a recognised professional qualification.
• Receive mentoring from experienced professionals and build strong technical and commercial skills.
• Develop confidence through client work and increasing responsibility.

Skills

Eager to learn

Team player

Strong communicator

Reliable

Motivated

Job description

Gain real client experience, develop in-demand professional skills and work towards a recognised qualification while building a rewarding career with an award-winning accountancy and business advisory firm.

Our Apprenticeship Trainee Programme starts in September 2027, and we're looking for ambitious and motivated individuals to join the firm. We also have a limited number of opportunities available for candidates wishing to start in January 2027.

At Larking Gowen, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where wellbeing is prioritised, work-life balance is valued, and personal growth is encouraged through tailored training and development opportunities. In 2025, we were proud to receive the 'Best Benefits to Support Work-Life Balance' award at the National Employee Benefits Awards.

As part of your application, you'll have the opportunity to indicate your preferred Business Unit and office location. We will carefully consider your preferences throughout the recruitment process. Further information about our Business Units can be found via the link at the bottom of this advert.

About the Programme

Our Apprenticeship Trainee Programme is designed for individuals who are ready to take the first step in their professional career. You'll earn while you learn, gain valuable workplace experience and work towards a professional qualification within an award-winning accountancy and business advisory firm.

We're looking for people who want to be part of something bigger and who share our values of people, relationships and community. We believe in great people, great performance and great impact.

What We're Looking For

We're interested in individuals with enthusiasm, curiosity and a willingness to learn. While academic achievement is important, we place equal value on your strengths, motivations and alignment with our values.

You'll be:

• Eager to learn and develop new skills
• A confident team player who enjoys working with others
• Approachable, professional and dependable
• A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Motivated to make a positive impact for colleagues and clients alike

We take a flexible approach to academic entry requirements, depending on the area of the business you're applying to.

Why Join Larking Gowen?

• 24 days' annual leave, increasing with service to 27 days, plus bank holidays
• Fully funded professional study programme
• Professional subscriptions
• Annual salary reviews
• Exam success rewards
• Medicash health plan
• Life assurance
• Group Income Protection
• Pension scheme (5% employee contribution, 3% employer contribution)
• Option to purchase Private Medical Insurance Find out more about our Apprenticeships and Business Units here:
• https://careers.larking-gowen.co.uk/media/ptlp2avs/lg-apprenticeship-training-guide.pdf
• https://careers.larking-gowen.co.uk/media/j2bfq2hd/business-unit-info.pdf

Candidates who have applied for this position within the last 12 months need not reapply.

Responsibilities

From day one, you'll become a valued member of the team, gaining practical experience while receiving structured training and support throughout your apprenticeship and professional studies.

By joining us, you'll:

• Gain hands-on experience working with a diverse range of clients
• Earn a salary while studying towards a recognised professional qualification
• Receive structured training and mentoring from experienced professionals
• Develop strong technical, commercial and professional skills
• Build your confidence through meaningful client work and responsibility
• Join a supportive team where your growth and success are a priority

Throughout the programme, we'll provide dedicated study support, paid study leave and flexible working arrangements to help you succeed both professionally and personally.

Requirements

Apprenticeship Trainee

Positions available in Norwich, Ipswich, Diss, Colchester and Fakenham

Salary of £24,000 FTE

At Larking Gowen, our people get the very best career opportunities in accountancy and business advice. Whether you're just starting out and you’re looking for an Apprenticeship or Graduate opportunity or you've been working in the business for some time, we'll make sure you get all the support you need to take you to the next step in your career and beyond.

We pride ourselves on being a friendly business that looks after our people and is active in the community. As soon as you join us, you'll be working hands-on, and starting to build your own professional relationships.

Larking Gowen has been around for more than 130 years. We have gone from strength to strength and have built our reputation for loyalty and reliability. We're also forward looking, keeping abreast of change in a fast-moving environment.

Platinum credited training provider

Pension scheme (salary exchange)

Paid professional subscriptions

Rewards for client referrals

Social responsibility and charity support

Social and sports activities

Suggestion scheme and Innovation Fund

Paid holiday and option to purchase additional holiday through salary exchange

Corporate membership providing discounts on theatre and arts