Finance Placement - Trainee

Next PLC; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company based in East Midlands is seeking enthusiastic students for their Finance University Placement Programme starting July 2026. This role offers the chance to develop skills, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to financial operations within a dynamic environment. Candidates should be studying a related degree and possess strong analytical and communication skills. A robust set of benefits includes discounts and personal development opportunities.

Benefits

25% off most products

Company performance based bonus

Sharesave scheme

On-site Nursery available

10% off most partner brands

Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops

Digital GP and other free health services

Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships

Qualifications

• Currently studying for a degree in a related field.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Conduct financial analysis and provide insights.
• Get involved in projects to streamline processes.

Skills

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Excellent communication abilities

Teamwork abilities

Proactive attitude

Education

Currently studying for a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or a related field

Job description

About us

You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 500 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy on-line from over 70 countries around the world! So we’ve gone global!

Your role

Looking to gain real-world experience in Finance? This is your chance to work with one of the UK’s top retailers!

Starting July 2026

Next PLC, a FTSE 100 company and leader in the retail industry, is seeking enthusiastic and ambitious students to join ourFinance University Placement Programme. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills, gain hands-on experience, and kickstart your career in a fast-paced and dynamic finance environment.

Why choose Next for your placement?

At Next, we believe in providing our placement students with more than just work experience. OurFinance Placement Programme is designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of our finance operations while offering you the chance to make a real impact on the business. Here’s why our programme stands out:

• Real responsibility: From day one, you’ll be involved in important finance tasks and projects that contribute directly to the success of the business.
• Variety of experience: You’ll gain exposure across key areas of finance, such as Financial Planning & Analysis, Financial Operations, Commercial Finance, Treasury, and Accounting.
• Personal development: You’ll have the support of experienced finance professionals who will mentor and guide you, helping you develop both technical skills and business acumen.
• Insight into a leading retailer: Learn how finance drives business decisions in a large-scale retail environment with both physical and online operations.

What you’ll be doing:

During your 12-month Placement, you’ll:

• Work alongside experienced finance teams, assisting in the preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support key business decisions.
• Get involved in various projects that will help streamline processes, improve efficiency, and support growth.
• Gain exposure to different departments within finance, giving you a broad understanding of how a successful retail business operates.

About you

We’re looking for talented, driven students who are ready to take on challenges and learn from experienced professionals in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have:

• Currently studying for a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or a related field.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• A proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and a desire to work in a fast-paced, results-driven business.

Benefits

• 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)
• Company performance based bonus
• Sharesave scheme
• On-site Nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas
• 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
• Early VIP access to sale stock
• Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
• Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
• Access a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services
• Free on-site parking
• Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing
• Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification
• Direct to Work - Discount online and instore, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store
• Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
• Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more

Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.

We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email [e-mail] (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.

Apply Before: 10/20/2025

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.