Finance Summer Placement

SSE plc; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

SSE plc is offering a Finance Summer Placement based in Glasgow or Perth, commencing June 2027. You will gain hands-on experience across core finance areas and work with experienced professionals to apply university learning in a real business context.

You’ll be a third-year student returning to university after the placement, with an interest in finance and a proven ability to analyse data and communicate clearly. The role includes flexible first options and a pro rata salary.

Qualifications

• Third year university student returning to university after the placement.
• Interest in developing commercial and financial understanding.
• Strong data handling and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Internal Audit, Treasury, Corporate Finance, and Commercial Finance & Business Partnering.
• Support finance teams and contribute to meaningful work.
• Work with experienced colleagues to apply university learning in a professional setting.

Skills

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Organisation

Education

Third year university student

Job description

Start Date: Commencing June 2027

Base Location: Glasgow or Perth

Salary: £26,239 per annum (pro rata) + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family

Working Pattern: Full Time | 3 month Summer Placement | Flexible First options available

Put your learning into practice and discover a career in Finance

A Finance Summer Placement at SSE is an opportunity to experience what working in finance is really like. You'll apply the skills you're developing at university, learn from experienced finance professionals and contribute to a business investing in the UK's energy future.

What is the Role?

Finance is at the heart of how SSE makes decisions. As we invest in the infrastructure, technology and people needed to support the transition to net zero, our Finance teams provide the insight and expertise that help us understand performance, manage risk and make informed investment decisions.

During your summer placement, you'll join one of our finance teams and gain practical experience in a professional working environment. Depending on where you're placed, you could gain exposure to areas such as:

• Financial Accounting
• Management Accounting
• Internal Audit
• Treasury
• Corporate Finance
• Commercial Finance & Business Partnering

You’ll work alongside experienced colleagues, contribute to meaningful work and develop skills that will support both your remaining university studies and your future career. Most importantly, the placement is an opportunity to explore whether a career in finance is right for you and experience what it’s like to work at SSE.

What We’re Looking For

You’ll be in your third year of university and returning to university after your summer placement. Your degree doesn’t need to be in Finance or Accounting. We welcome students from any degree discipline who can demonstrate an interest in developing their commercial and financial understanding.

You’ll likely be someone who:

• Enjoys working with data and information to solve problems.
• Is curious about how organisations make financial and commercial decisions.
• Communicates clearly and builds positive working relationships.
• Is organised, adaptable and keen to learn.
• Takes ownership and looks for opportunities to contribute.

About SSE

We’re helping shape the future of electricity.

A role with SSE is an opportunity to build a rewarding career and help deliver the clean power and electricity infrastructure needed across the UK and Ireland.

We're investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030, including major renewable power projects and the networks needed to connect them. From powering homes and businesses to supporting the electrification of transport, our projects are helping shape the future electricity system

We’re accredited by the Living Wage Foundation and hold the Fair Tax Mark. We offer diverse career opportunities across the UK and Ireland, agile working and excellent benefits.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on gym memberships, discounted retail vouchers, high street shops, private healthcare, Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact [e-mail] to discuss how we can support you.

We’re dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 1 November 2026.

If you're offered a role with SSE, you’ll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

SSE is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role as it does not currently meet the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) eligibility requirements for Skilled Worker sponsorship. To be eligible for this role, candidates must therefore have the legal right to work full time in the UK for the duration of the Placement from June 2027 to September 2027 without requiring sponsorship from SSE.

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