Graduate Development Programme, Finance
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Worcester, MA0–2 yrs2h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 2 years · Any graduate
- Must know
- OperationsTax
- Work
- On-site in Worcester
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Operations44%Tax9%of 108 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Oct 31, 2026 · still open
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About The Programme
- 2 Year Fixed Term Contract
- Location: Worcester based with a balance of home and office working
- Working Hours: 35 hours per week
- Salary: £28,500 per annum, rising to £30,000 following the successful completion of Year 1
About Us
- Our mission is to build affordable homes and sustainable communities.
- We provide housing, care, and support to over a quarter of a million customers in England and Scotland.
Our Finance Teams
- Work within areas including Finance Transformation, Financial Planning, Treasury, Taxation, Procurement, and Financial Reporting.
- Opportunity to rotate around different teams and expand skills.
- Option to choose a specialism and potentially move into a Finance qualification following the two-year programme.
- Network with other graduates and build relationships across the business.
Programme Structure
- Comprehensive induction with introduction to key senior leaders and visits to various operations.
- Four six-month rotational placements across Finance.
- Develop commercial skills and contribute to organizational development.
- Involvement in projects with measurable business impact.
About You
- Graduating in any degree subject.
- Currently in your final year of study, or have finished studies within the past two years.
- Minimum 2:1 degree required.
- Determined and focused.
- Natural at building relationships and inspiring others.
- Adaptable with strong problem-solving skills.
- Confident in your own ability.
- Commercially astute with the desire to lead.
Learning and Development
- Support from the Sanctuary Learning Academy.
- Access to a buddy and mentor.
What Will Happen After the Programme?
- Graduates can typically move into senior roles with increased remuneration.
- High retention rates compared to other graduate schemes.
Benefits
- Pension scheme with matching employer contributions.
- 25 days leave (rising to 30) plus public holidays.
- Hybrid working arrangement (balance of home and office).
- Life assurance.
- Health & wellbeing plans.
- Discounted products and services.
- Personal advice and counselling.
- Family-friendly arrangements.
- Tax efficient savings through Cycle to Work scheme.
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Access to employee networks (Parent, Disability, Race equality (REN), LGBTQ+ (PRISM)).
- Relocation allowance of £1,500 (if moving more than 50 miles).
Application Process
- Stage 1: Online application form and 60-second video.
- Stage 2: Virtual first stage interviews (MS Teams).
- Stage 3: Assessment Centre (Worcester Head Office, early March 2027).
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Closing Date: 10 January 2027