Our purpose is to make great financial decision making a breeze for everyone, and that purpose drives us every day.
It’s why we’re on a mission to create an automated quoting engine, with the simplest of experiences, wrapped in a brand everyone loves!
We change lives by making it simple to switch and save money. So, when it comes to getting a better deal, it’s never been more obvious why customers should choose Compare the Market.
We’d love you to be part of our journey.
We are excited to announce our 2-year Commercial Finance graduate programme starting in Sept 2024. This role is designed to develop the commercially minded finance leaders of tomorrow, gaining experience in all our core finance areas, but with a particular focus on Commercial Finance.
Commercial Finance acts as an internally consultancy to the business, business partnering key stakeholders across the business, ensuring the business understands and optimizes performance, plans and forecasts effectively, as well as supporting the provision of business cases and financial governance.
This role aims to develop a high level of commercial awareness, alongside business partnering and stakeholder management skills. You will work collaboratively across the wider finance team as well as gaining exposure across the wider finance function including sectors such as cost centre management, finance control and reporting.
About the programme:
Whilst studying towards your Chartered Institute of Management Accounting qualification (CIMA) you’ll have access to a mentor from day one, along with support from your line manager and the Talent Academy community. You’ll also have the opportunity to undertake additional development opportunities and receive great in person training sessions.
You’ll be exposed to a variety of roles and work on collaborative projects that have a real impact on the business from the very start, helping you to build your career in the world of Commercial Finance and develop key foundations for your future.
A Commercial Finance Graduate:
•Assist the team in assessing and providing insight on product performance utilising key performance indicators
•Support month end processes including generating trading revenue accruals
•Assist with commercial modelling working with key stakeholders
•Develop your understanding of the markets and industry our products operate in
•Contribute to budget and forecasting processes
•Work across functions to gather, analyse and present data on financial performance etc
•Stay updated on financial regulations and industry best practise to ensure compliance and effectiveness in financial operations
•Support risk management from a financial perspective
•Study Chartered Institute of Management Accounting qualification (CIMA)
Everyone is welcome.
We have a culture of creativity. We approach our work passionately, improve constantly and celebrate our wins at every turn. We are an inclusive workplace, and our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic, whole selves to work. Everyone is welcome. Be you.
This means we’re excited to hear from people with a range of skills, experiences, and ideas. We don’t expect you to tick all the boxes but would love to hear what makes you great for this role.
You’ll:
Have a university degree (Business/Finance/Maths being desirable)
Excellent analytic & problem-solving skills
Critical thinker with an analytical mindset, curiosity is highly valued
Natural ability to communicate
Great organisation and prioritisation skills
Excellent time management skills
Highly collaboratively working style
There’s something for everyone.
We’re a place of opportunity. You’ll have the tools and autonomy to drive your own career, supported by a team of amazingly talented people.
And then there’s our benefits. For us, it’s not just about a competitive salary and hybrid working, we care about what matters to you. From a generous holiday allowance and private healthcare to an electric car scheme and paid CSR (Community and Social Responsibility) days, we’ve pretty much got you covered!
We will be contacting and assessing the shortlisted candidates in April, with a view to making an offer for our September 2024 intake.
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