Finance Apprenticeship

Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.; West Devon; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

An international business in finance education seeks a Finance Apprentice to join their team at HM Naval Base Devonport. This apprenticeship offers significant responsibility and opportunities for career progression, aligning practical experience with AAT qualifications. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 GCSEs and 3 A-Levels. Enjoy a fully funded qualification, personal development training, and various flexible benefits. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and early submission is recommended.

Benefits

Fully funded qualification

Personal development training

Minimum 28 days holiday allowance

Employee share scheme

Flexible benefits scheme

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above, including maths and English.
• 3 A-Levels grades A-C.
• Ability to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance.

Responsibilities

• Work on interesting projects and deliver tangible outputs.
• Attend training sessions and receive visits from training provider.
• Develop skills that kickstart your career in business finance.

Skills

Creating and interpreting information

Effectively communicating information

Managing personal development

Working under tight deadlines

Coordinating with others

Applying accounting and tax knowledge

Education

5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above

3 A-Levels grades A-C

Job description

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Location: Devonport, Plymouth, GB, PL1 4SG

Onsite or Hybrid: OnSite

Level: 4

Role ID: 67808

Interested in finance and accountancy and want to work in a large, progressive, and diverse international business? Our 4-year Finance Apprenticeship could be the perfect fit for you. Discover a varied, fast-paced and rewarding career and play an integral role as we create a safe and secure world, together.

About the programme

Our Finance Apprenticeship provides significant responsibility and exciting opportunities for career progression.

From day one, you will have a dedicated mentor who understands your business area and will support you throughout your development. You'll work on interesting projects, collaborate with key stakeholders, and deliver tangible outputs that make a difference.

Throughout your apprenticeship, you will gain exposure to new environments and develop skills that will kickstart your career in business finance:

• Creating and interpreting information
• Effectively communicating information to stakeholders
• Proactively managing personal development
• Working under tight deadlines and adapting to changing priorities
• Coordinating with others to meet deadlines and changing priorities
• Produce quality and accurate information
• Apply accounting and tax knowledge
• Consistently deliver high-quality and accurate data and information.

You’ll enjoy placements across a wide range of areas including Submarines, Warships, Naval Bases, Contract Management and IT projects, offering variety and insight into our operations.

Your education/training

As an apprentice, you’ll spend your time onsite at HM Naval Base Devonport, attending virtual training sessions, and receiving onsite visits from our training provider to assess your progress.

From the start, you’ll be working towards an AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) qualification, which will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge for your role.

As you work through your apprenticeship you will have the ability to gain varying levels of AAT qualifications (depending on your starting point). By the end of your apprenticeship, you may hold Level 2, Level 3 and Level 4 AAT qualifications.

You’ll be enrolled in a finance-focused course and assigned a dedicated study tutor. The course covers a wide range of topics, including software, costing, and bookkeeping, with end-of-topic exams every few months.

These exams contribute to your overall grade at the end of the year.

With access to high-quality resources and flexible learning options, this programme allows you to apply what you learn directly to your daily work at Babcock.

It’s an excellent opportunity to combine practical experience with academic study and enhance your educational journey.

What you’ll need

• A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above, including maths and English, along with 3 A-Levels grades A-C.
• Due to ID requirements for entry to the Devonport Dockyard, you will need to provide either a valid passport or a provisional/full UK driving licence. If you do not currently hold one of these forms of ID, we strongly recommend applying in advance to ensure smooth access on your first day.
• Many of our apprenticeship programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which programmes you are eligible for. For this programme, you must be able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

What you’ll get

We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career.

In addition, you’ll benefit from:

• Fully funded qualification
• Personal development training and opportunities
• Minimum 28 days holiday allowance including bank holidays
• Employee share scheme
• Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme and employee shopping savings portal

You’ll also have the chance to get involved in our STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities, which our apprentices find incredibly rewarding.

It’s hard to beat the variety of fantastic opportunities and business experiences you’ll receive. You can expect real world encounters and exposure to exciting projects that will really help you navigate where you want to take your career.

Plus, when you join us, you’ll be automatically enrolled onto our Apprentice Development Programme. Through a series of digital and face to face sessions, presented by wellbeing and performance experts and our external partners, we will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to thrive and perform at your very best on your programme and beyond.

Application process and closing dates

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the programme may close early if we receive a high volume of interest. To give yourself the best chance of being considered, we strongly recommend submitting your application and completing any required online assessments as soon as possible.