Higher Apprentice Finance

Job Title: Higher Apprentice Finance

What you will be doing:

Our Finance Apprenticeship scheme aims to develop individuals into Chartered Management Accountants with a broad understanding of all aspects of finance and how these fit into the wider business organisation.

• Completing the Business Administration qualification, or similar, in year one and then studying towards your CIMA qualification, completing the CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting (Cert BA) over a subsequent one year period.
• Studying alongside the relevant skills and behaviours to be successful in your role.
• Exposure to a variety of Finance roles to develop your finance and business acumen skills as well as growing your soft skills.

If you demonstrate the aspiration and potential to excel further in your field, you’ll have the opportunity of progressing onto the Level 7 Finance Apprenticeship, equivalent to a Masters Degree, for an additional three-year period. We will continue to support you towards your full CIMA qualification. During the scheme, you’ll work towards your apprenticeship whilst rotating around some core areas within Finance and studying through day release to become a fully qualified Chartered Accountant.

This scheme particularly suits an individual keen to get involved with all aspects of finance, enjoys problem-solving, and is committed to furthering their career through an external study programme.

What qualification will you get?

• Business Administration– SCQF Level 6.
• CIMA Level 4.

Benefits:

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing & lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans, and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Naval Ships Team:

As part of our UK Maritime Sector, Naval Ships designs, builds, and delivers complex warships and combat systems. Developing and using the latest technology to compete with the world’s best is at the heart of what we do.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfill your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (e.g., dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder, etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessments, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Export Control / Security:

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must at a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Qualification Requirements

• 5 National 5s including Maths and English at Grade C or above (or equivalent).
• 3 Highers including Maths/Application of Maths at grade C or above (or equivalent).