Please note, this site is only for external candidate applications. If you currently work for Lloyds Banking Group please apply via the internal career site.Please note: In order to complete an apprenticeship there needs to be a significant learning need. You need to consider your previous qualifications or significant relevant work experience which may mean you cannot proceed with this application.End DateThursday 11 March 2021Salary Range£22,950 - £25,500Agile Working OptionsFlexible / Variable Hours, Other Agile Working Arrangements / Open to DiscussionJob Description SummaryWe’re looking for innovative thinkers and team-players; people with an eye for detail who are keen to make an impact within banking and financial services. If that sounds like you, begin your career in Group Finance at Lloyds Banking Group to gain broad exposure.Job DescriptionAbout the programmeThe Group Finance Apprenticeship Programme, starting in September 2021, offers exciting and fulfilling career opportunities for inquisitive, forward-thinking and solution-focused people.Group Finance is a business function that plays a vital role in keeping Lloyds Banking Group safe,successfuland sustainable while supporting the Group’s vision to be the best bank for customers. We manage all aspects of finance for the group, enabling the business to make better financial decisions. We puteffective and transparent controls in place to manage risk, whilst meeting our statutory and regulatory requirements. That’s quite a responsibility, given that we’re one of Britain’s largest banks and the largest provider of digital financial products in the UK.This programme will give you significant insights into our business. Our central role offers a perspective of how Lloyds Banking Groupfunctions as a whole, andyou’ll also discover how business areas operate across the organisation. This added exposure can be a valuablestepping stonetowards senior leadership positions in the future. As a Finance Apprentice we can ensure you have the relevant support to develop the right specialist and leadership skills for a successful and impactful career.What you’ll doYou’ll enjoy placements in the Group Finance Team teams where you will gain experience in one of our sub-teams who are responsible for reconciling, analysing and reporting on key data and results for Lloyds Banking Group. The role providesan excellentopportunity to build core finance skills and gain experience acrossa number ofteams through a mixture of formal and on-the-job training.You will completeyour Level 4 Professional Accounting Technician (ACCA) qualification by the end ofYear 2, and oncompletion of the Level 4 we will support you to complete your Level 7 Accountancy/Taxation professional (ACCA) apprenticeship, with a combined study time or around 5 years.We are looking for inquisitive people with a mind for numbers and a passion for building great relationships who are looking to begin a career in finance. You’ll have realresponsibilitiesand you’ll have support and development opportunities that are tailored to match your interests, plus a range of flexible benefits that come with a permanent role.Entry requirementsGrade B or above in Maths GCSE (or equivalent)96 UCAS points (or equivalent)We expect you to be motivated, ambitious and committed to your own development.In particular, youwill be keen to get to grips with financial systems and processes.Please note - these can include predicted grades.BenefitsIn return, we’ll offer you a competitive package which includes salary, bonus, a generous pension contribution, an attractive path of progression and flex cash to spend on a host of benefits to suit your lifestyle. We have a long track record in flexible working and we’re always open to new ways to improve our people’s work-life balance, therefore open to discussion on working patterns and working hours.Lloyds Banking Group is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve, and to creating an inclusive workplace where all our colleagues can be themselves and succeed on merit.Join us and be part of an inclusive, values-led culture passionate about making a difference. Whatever your dream, you can also expect excellent benefits, personal development and a career that’s enriching and full of opportunity.You will undertake an assessment centre as part of the selection process.Please note if we receive a large volume of applications the advertising may close earlier, sopleasedon’t delay in submitting your application.If you have any queries relating to this apprenticeship, please contact Apprenticeships worth discoveringAt Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop.We're focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we’re building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.