Graduate Trainee-Finance Apprentice (Diligenta)

The graduate programme lasts up to 36 months and sits within Diligenta’s Finance Utility. This includes Banking & Payments, Financial Controls & Reconciliations, Specialised Services and Finance Change and Transformation Functions. It’s a fantastic opportunity for graduates looking to break into the sector. This is an exciting time to be working in an environment where the pace and diversity of business change increases the complexities between the digital world and physical worlds. Diligenta will give you the opportunity to gain experience from the best and progress your career within the company.

Diligenta’s scheme focuses on building a broad future skill set within our Finance Utility. The function is uniquely positioned in Diligenta to drive critical business outcomes, which both support the delivery of the Diligenta Corporate Strategy and provide value for our customers.
The scheme offers the opportunity to work in all the disciplines of Client Finance.

You will be working in a modern office environment with the potential for hybrid working, a relaxed dress code, and with a team that is here to support you in your career and personal development.

Work in the Banking & Payments, Financial Controls & Reconciliations, Specialised Services and Finance Change & Implementation teams on a rotational basis to gain experience in all areas of the Finance Utility. Work on challenging projects with real business impact. Develop skills in banking, reconciliations, accounts payable, reinsurance & controls functions, together with business analysis, finance and general project management. Work with a designated mentor. Benefit from the skills and capabilities of the global parent company, TCS. Receive in-house training on systems, processes, and core brand values. Work with our partner BPP who will support you in gaining a nationally recognised L7 Accounting and Tax Professional qualification (ACCA).

Training:

As an Accounting Apprentice with BPP, you will complete the Accountancy Taxation Professional Apprenticeship at Level 7. Within the apprenticeship you will undertake the ACCA professional qualification.

The apprenticeship will be completed at a BPP centre or via the Online Classroom platform, in addition to at the workplace.

Training Outcome:

Opportunities to progress within Finance Change and the wider Finance Utility in Diligenta.

Employer Description:
Established in 2005, Diligenta, is proud to be the single largest provider of outsourced administration services to the UK Life Assurance and Pensions market. We make a positive difference to the lives of millions, handling some of the most difficult and important calls a person can ever make. We’re dedicated to being there to support customers in the moments that really matter in life and providing the best service every time. Customer service is at the heart of everything we do, and our aim is to transform our clients' operations. A business that has been described as ‘home’ by existing employees, we drive a culture that is founded on positive change and development. We deliver exceptional customer service to customers on behalf of well-known brands including Lloyds Banking Group, The Phoenix Group, , AVIVA, M&G and Nest. Our unique technology solution enables us to make a positive difference to the lives of over 23 million customers - that’s 1 in 3 people in the UK!

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working,High level of accuracy,Digital applications,Interpersonal skills,Passion for working in finance,Resilient,Ability to work under pressure,Managing own workload,Able to meet tight deadlines,Able to work independently,Proficient in Microsoft Word,Understanding of Excel