Corporate Finance Graduate Associate

FRP Advisory; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A national business advisory firm in Cardiff is seeking a Graduate Associate to join their corporate finance advisory team. This full-time position offers a three-year training contract with in-role support for achieving professional qualifications. Responsibilities include financial analysis, client deliverables, and attending networking events. Ideal candidates will be pursuing a degree and have strong communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits provided.

Benefits

Competitive market salary

Fully subsidised training support

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Qualifications

• Will be working towards a degree (1st or 2:1) in a relevant subject.
• An understanding of, and a desire to complete, a further professional qualification such as the ACCA.
• General IT proficiency and understanding of MS Office Applications.

Responsibilities

• Financial analysis of financial statements and Excel models.
• Research using databases including S&P and Mergermarket.
• Production of strategic buyer and funder lists.
• Input into client deliverables including teaser documents.
• Preparation of client pitch and presentation materials.
• Initial contact with potential buyers and funders.
• Firm compliance work including onboarding checks.
• Attendance at meetings and networking events.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Verbal communication skills

General IT proficiency

Driven and ambitious

Education

Degree (1st or 2:1) in a relevant subject

Tools

MS Office Applications

Job description

About FRP

At FRP, we are a leading national business advisory firm based in the UK. With over 900 team members, including more than 100 partners, we specialise in Corporate Finance, Debt Advisory, Forensic Services, Financial Advisory, Restructuring Advisory, and Real Estate Advisory. Operating from 35 offices across the UK, Isle of Man and Cyprus, we are dedicated to helping clients navigate complex and difficult situations to create, preserve, and recover value.

Our approach is known for being honest, clear, and considered. We provide strategic solutions that cater to a broad range of businesses, from multinational organisations to small enterprises. Our commitment is to deliver expert advice and support, ensuring our clients can make informed decisions and achieve their goals.

Job Description

FRP Corporate Finance has an exciting opportunity for a graduate to join our growing corporate finance advisory business with a target start date of September/October 2026. We are looking to recruit a graduate for a full-time, three-year training contract. We will provide in‑role training while you complete your professional qualifications.

The role will be based in our Cardiff city centre office and is offering a competitive package (competitive market salary, fully subsidised training support, salary sacrifice pension scheme and more).

As an Associate you will form a key part of our dynamic and entrepreneurial deal team, assisting the team in delivering the day‑to‑day corporate finance advisory services to our clients.

Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Financial analysis of financial statements and Excel models.
• Research, including buyer research and valuation research using software and databases available, including S&P, Mergermarket, Companies House and others.
• Production of strategic buyer and funder lists.
• Input into client deliverables including teaser documents and Information Memorandums, typically in PowerPoint.
• Preparation of client pitch and presentation materials.
• Initial contact with potential buyers and funders including the issue of Non‑Disclosure Agreements.
• Firm Compliance work including onboarding checks and preparation of new client engagement materials.
• Liaising with clients and attendance at meetings, where required.
• Attendance at some networking events alongside other team members.
• Assistance and compilation of business development materials, including target lists; and undertake initial ACCA exams (or other relevant professional qualification) alongside the job role.

Qualifications

• Will be working towards a degree (1st or 2:1) in a relevant subject.
• An understanding of, and a desire to complete, a further professional qualification such as the ACCA.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
• General IT proficiency and understanding of MS Office Applications.
• Driven, ambitious and determined to succeed.

Additional Information

Our Values

• Straightforward: We provide clear, no‑nonsense advice.
• Confident: Our guidance is backed by expertise and evidence.
• Pragmatic: We focus on practical solutions and tangible outcomes.
• Real: We are professional yet approachable, understanding the challenges our clients face.

Our Commitment to You and the Environment

At FRP, sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on building and maintaining meaningful, long‑term relationships with all our stakeholders – including our employees, clients, and local communities – while also reducing our impact on the natural environment.

We are always striving to improve in all areas – whether it’s our people, our clients, our planet or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse culture for our people. We maintain an Equal Opportunities Policy, ensuring that recruitment and employment decisions are based solely on the skills and experience required for our professional services – regardless of ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe every individual should have the opportunity to thrive.

Our learning and development programmes enable us to invest in growing our employees’ careers. We aim to empower our team members to each achieve their potential.

We are committed to growing long‑term relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients’ sustainability and success lead to our sustainability and success. We are emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.