Kickstart a career in finance and make an impact on Royal Mail. On this 3-5 year (depending on exemptions) programme, you can earn a full-time salary as you develop a broad range of experience while working towards industry-recognised AAT qualifications. From data and reporting to payment process and technology, you’ll build a network among our award-winning financial teams as you lay the foundations for a successful career. We accept apprentices from Level 2 to Level 4 – so for example, if you’ve already achieved a Level 2, you can join us straight onto the Level 3 qualification. Whether you have a theoretical mind or prefer hands-on practical learning, this programme covers both as the perfect start to a financial career.
What you will be doing
As a Royal Mail Finance Apprentice, you will learn about all aspects of managing Royal Mail’s ‘finances’. From accounts receivable to accounts payable, to data and reporting, you’ll gain a broad range of experience.
As part of your role, you will
- Work with the award-winning Accounts Receivable team, interacting directly with customers and setting up accounts
- Work in the Accounts Payable team, dealing with suppliers on a variety of payment processes
- Deliver results through data management, financial and business reporting, or process improvements through the use of technology
What we’re looking for
This is an entry level role supporting applicants wanting to start their finance careers and you do not need to be an expert before you join us. We’re looking for talented and motivated individuals who want to develop into successful financial professionals.
You will be able to display analytical and communication skills along with a natural business sense that we will help turn into valuable professional skills. Additionally, you will have an eye for process improvements and streamlining ways of working with the drive to bring these improvements into the workplace.
Your apprenticeship
If you’re looking for variety, challenge and that combination of theory and hands-on work then this is the programme for you.
You will study towards the industry-recognised AAT qualifications and accounting apprenticeship standards. We’ll give you the opportunities to put that theory into practice. It’s the perfect start to a career in finance. You will undertake a series of project placements across Finance.
You will attend college one day per week, the course is a great way to build on your skills and gain a recognised qualification whilst also earning a salary. During your Apprenticeship, you will be taught and supported by experienced accounting tutors. You will also have your own Work Based Tutor who will provide support and guidance.
During your Apprenticeship, you will have a dedicated Work Based Tutor who will train you to industry standards; support your time in employment; and coach you to pass your Apprenticeship.
Your benefits
- Company pension scheme with competitive contribution rates. Dependant on eligibility.
- RMG Share Schemes - partnership and matching share offer. Dependant on eligibility.
- Family friendly support - enhanced maternity pay, paternity leave, adoption leave and shared parental leave
- Discounts and offers - there are more than 800 offers to help you save on things like groceries, days out, holidays and your household bills*.
- Supportive and generous company sick pay. Dependant on eligibility.
- Access to our Feeling First Class service, providing both mental and physical wellbeing support
- Lifestyle benefits - You can purchase a car, bike, home technology or mobile phone, or choose from a range of health benefits and insurance products. You make regular payments from your salary, and so could save on tax*.
- Financial support - information and services to help you manage debt and grow your financial knowledge, with debt consolidation & savings plans*
- Your peace of mind with - Healthcare CashPlan, Dental Cover, Additional Life (life insurance) & Additional Life Partner, Hospital & Death Benefit Plans; Voluntary Critical illness & Voluntary Critical illness Partner
- Free & discounted RMG products - free keep safe & redirection, partner discounts
- Free stamps at Christmas
*Available only to perm employees
Starting Salary: £16,500
Duration: 3-5 years
Eligibility: Five GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English at grade C/4 or higher
Royal Mail Group, delivered by people for people. We’re also an inclusive employer with equality, diversity and fairness at our heart. We welcome applications from individuals of all different backgrounds and are committed to promoting fair participation and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
Royal Mail are proud of our diverse employee network groups and the active role they play to support belonging and encourage a positive work environment. We are firmly committed to inclusion and passionate about our people representing the communities we serve.
For more information on Royal Mail Group and our values please click here: https://www.internationaldistributionsservices.com/en/about-us/
The online assessments will be sent automatically on the successful completion of your application, and you will have 72 hours in which to complete from the date it was sent. If you have not received the email within 72 hours of submitting your application, please check your junk/spam emails or alternatively you can log into your Royal Mail account. No extensions will be granted unless there are exceptional circumstances, therefore If you are unable to complete your test within the 72 hours, we would advise you to refrain from submitting your application at this time. If you fail to complete the online assessments within 72 hours of receiving the email, you will be automatically removed from the process.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
For any queries please email: royalmailEC@pertemps.co.uk