Apprentice, Operations

About the Role

MUFG Pension & Market Services is offering a 6-month apprenticeship for final-year and graduate students specializing in Finance, Accounting, and Operations. This program provides immersive exposure to core business functions, allowing apprentices to apply academic knowledge in a professional environment, contribute to live projects, gain cross-functional experience, and build foundational skills for a career in corporate services. This is an ideal opportunity for students passionate about Business operations, eager to learn, and ready to apply their academic knowledge in a dynamic corporate environment. Apprentices will gain exposure to agile methodologies and modern tech stacks, while developing professional skills for a successful career.

Key Accountabilities and Main Responsibilities

Strategic Focus

• Support business initiatives aligned with organizational goals across Finance and Operations.
• Participate in data analysis and reporting to support strategic decision-making.
• Contribute to process improvement and automation efforts within assigned functions.

Operational Management

• Assist in fund accounting tasks, including NAV calculations, reconciliations, and audit support.
• Support finance operations, including invoice processing, expense tracking, and financial reporting.
• Maintain documentation, trackers, and dashboards for internal process monitoring and compliance.

People Leadership

• Collaborate with team members and cross-functional stakeholders to achieve project goals.
• Demonstrate initiative, ownership, and a learning mindset in day-to-day tasks.
• Participate in team meetings, knowledge-sharing sessions, and internal workshops.
• Exhibit professionalism, curiosity, and a growth mindset in all interactions.

Governance & Risk

• Adhere to internal controls, compliance standards, and data privacy protocols.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity in financial documentation.
• Escalate risks or discrepancies in operational processes to relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of business information and systems.

Note: The above list is not exhaustive and may change based on business needs.

Experience & Personal Attributes

Experience

• Final-year and graduate students with exposure to core business functions including fund accounting, finance operations, and corporate governance.
• Hands-on learning in tools such as Excel, ERP systems, and reporting dashboards.
• Development of workplace skills including communication, collaboration, and analytical thinking.

Personal Attributes

• Curiosity and eagerness to learn across diverse business domains.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality in execution.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.