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Financial advisers help people and organisations to choose investments, savings, pensions, mortgages and insurance products.
You could start by doing a degree in financial services, business management or accountancy. Once you finish your course you could apply to join a financial services company or bank as a trainee adviser.
You'll usually need 2 to 3 A-Levels, or the equivalent, for a degree.
You could do a financial adviser higher apprenticeship or a financial services professional Level 6 (degree) apprenticeship.
You'll usually need 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A-Levels, or equivalent, for a higher or Level 6 (degree) apprenticeship.
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As part of your day-to-day tasks, you could:
If you work for a large financial organisation, you could specialise in one area of work like retirement planning. You could also move into management, recruiting and training new staff. With further specialised professional qualifications, you could become a director or partner in your firm. Another option is to move into compliance work, making sure your company is following industry guidelines.
Public finance accountants make sure money is spent properly in public sector organisations.
Payroll managers manage the payroll department within an organisation.
Economists advise government departments, businesses, banks and other organisations about the economy.
Marketing managers plan how to promote products, services or brands and oversee all marketing activity.
Pensions advisers help people to plan for financial security in retirement.
Tax inspectors make sure the correct amount of tax is paid and investigate cases of fraud.
If you are looking for an opportunity to gain work experience and a qualification, then an apprenticeship at Channel 4 might be for you. This role involves supporting the Sustainability team by managing environmental data, ensuring legal compliance, setting sustainability KPIs, leading sustainability projects, conducting audits, and collaborating across teams to drive sustainability improvements and best practices.
BlackRocks Apprenticeship Programme is an 18-month programme which provides the opportunity for recent school leavers to earn as they learn. Starting in September 2025, Apprentices will be fully immersed in our business, working alongside experts in the industry, as well as receiving ongoing professional and on-the-job training. Apprentices will study towards a Level 4 Investment Operations Specialist qualification.
BlackRocks Apprenticeship Programme is an 18-month programme which provides the opportunity for recent school leavers to earn as they learn.Starting in September 2025, Apprentices will be fully immersed in our business, working alongside experts in the industry, as well as receiving ongoing professional and on-the-job training. Apprentices will study towards a SCQF Level 6 Providing Financial Services qualification.
Are you looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Start your career today with a level 3 apprenticeship with Hanbury Strategy and Communications Limited and Kaplan. You will be gaining valuable workplace experience whilst also working towards the AAT level 3 qualification.
TO APPLY PLEASE EMAIL annahatgroup.co.uk WITH YOUR CV.The AAT trainee will support the Audit and Accounts team to deliver an excellent service to our clients. The wider team will support you in your development and guide you. You will gain a solid understanding of basic book keeping, accounting and VAT return preparation processes, a grounding which prepares you well for further study in the accounting profession.
Are you looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Start your career today with an AAT apprenticeship with Duncan Chartered Accountants and Kaplan. You will be dealing with Bookkeeping, filing of micro and small company accounts and corporation tax returns while studying towards the Level 2 AAT qualification.
An exciting opportunity to kick start your career with the 5th largest automotive company in the UK on their sought after and industry leading apprenticeship programme. The Apprentice Accounts Assistant role is to support the Accountant and the Accounts function in all aspects of dealership account processes and supporting the reporting of Management Information.
Are you looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Start your career today with a Level 7 apprenticeship with Sidikies and Kaplan. You will be gaining valuable workplace experience whilst working towards the ACCA qualification.
Are you looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Start your career today with a level 3 with Brown Butler Limited and Kaplan. You will be dealing with balance sheets, accounts and audits whilst working towards the AAT level 3 qualification.
Are you looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Start your career today with a level 2 apprenticeship with GMH Accountants Limited and Kaplan. You will be dealing with accounts, bookkeeping, tax returns and payroll whilst working towards the AAT Level 2 qualification.
A fantastic opportunity for an eager to learn Assistant Accountant Apprentice to work for a dynamic and energetic Used Car Supermarket Group! Youll learn all aspects of the Accounts department and finance, and this is a great platform to start your career. Apply now!
Pentagon Motor Group are currently on the lookout for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is wanting to embark on a career within the Finance division of the Motor Industry.At Pentagon, we believe in growing and developing our own talent and as an Apprentice with Pentagon, you will be given full support and training to enable you to become the best you can be!This is a fantastic opportunity if you are looking to pursue a career in Accounting and gain an AAT qualification.
Not only will your organisation (or the Government) pay for all of your training, but you’ll be paid to do it. That means you could actually get paid to get your degree and have no debt!
There are over 625 different apprenticeships to choose from, in a range of industries. Whether you’re interested in law, marketing, construction, or engineering, you’ll find something up your street!
As an apprentice, the minimum you’ll earn is £6.20 an hour, but we’ve seen apprentices earn a starting salary of up to £30,000 a year! You could also get other employee benefits like gym memberships, paid holiday, and sick pay.
Employers think apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications. In fact, many large employers train their graduates and apprentices together!
There’s only so much you can learn when you just do a qualification. As an apprentice, you’ll also get to learn on the job – whether that’s designing amazing graphics, chopping vegetables, or building engines!
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