Global Finance & Business Management Apprenticeship Program - Bournemouth

We are looking for passionate students in their last year at school or college, who are looking to kick-start their careers in Global Finance and Business Management, whilst undertaking their professional accountancy qualification (Level 4 AAT). Completion of the qualification is mandatory as part of this Program.

As an Apprentice in Global Finance & Business Management, you will work with colleagues across various lines of business - driving growth, ensuring operational effectiveness, managing risk and maintaining our global reputation for excellence. You will gain insight into how our businesses come together to serve our clients around the world and will have the opportunity to contribute to firmwide success.

Working here means joining a collaborative, supportive team. We welcome diverse perspectives that can help us provide innovative solutions for our stakeholders. We will give you what you need to succeed including training, mentoring, access to senior leaders and projects that engage all your skills.

Through joining the 2-year Program, you will have the unique opportunity to sharpen your technical, analytical and leadership skills through a combination of in-depth industry training, mentorship and hands-on experience. You will build your foundational knowledge, professional skills and experiences in one of the following Finance teams:

• Product Control is responsible for ensuring overall integrity and validity of the risk associated to daily/weekly/monthly P&L and Balance Sheet. As a product controller you will provide crucial support to the trading desk, Financial Control, Market Risk, and other functions, fostering strong communication and collaboration. A rotation in PC is a mandatory part of the program.
• Legal Entity Control is responsible for financial oversight of their legal entity and is tasked with ensuring that a strong control environment exists as it relates to all businesses, products and operational areas that impact the Legal Entity financials and regulatory reporting of the firm.
• Financial Control is responsible for ensuring overall integrity and validity of the general ledger and controls over the transaction cycle; performing critical reporting and controls functions.
• Planning and Analysis create meaningful analysis and reporting in support of our businesses. Coordinate with partners across the firm to provide financial and strategic analysis, and coordination of financial planning and forecasting.
• Regulatory Reporting & Capital Policy is responsible for the preparation and submission of reporting to regulators, monitoring of regulatory capital requirements, interpretation, application and implementation of rules and policies, in parallel to providing guidance to the businesses.
• Program Management contribute to programs that are large scale initiatives that drive cross line of business or firm-wide agendas for implementation of new regulations, standards or policies.
• Business Management are trusted advisors to business heads by identifying, escalating, and mitigating business risks. They optimize business performance by leading key initiatives. This role requires strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, as well as the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Top performing Apprentices have the opportunity to be promoted to Analyst level at the end of the 2-year Program. In addition, after completing the Apprenticeship Program, high-performing Apprentices will have the opportunity to join the Global Finance and Business Management Graduate Program. The Graduate Program provides an opportunity to undertake 3 one-year rotations within Finance and Business Management, whilst completing the CIMA qualification. It also provides further opportunity for top performers to promote to Associate level.

About You

You will need a passion for data analysis and accounting, a willingness to learn and a can-do attitude in order to thrive in our dynamic and collaborative work environment. We are looking for highly motivated individuals with a passion for learning and developing their skillset. Through on-the-job training, we will provide you with the skills to help drive strategic business decisions; ensuring JP Morgan is capable of navigating all types of market environments, while maintaining a fortress balance sheet.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• A minimum of 5 GCSEs, to include Mathematics at a grade 6 (B) & English Language at a grade 4 (C)
• 3 A-levels at grades A, B, B or I.B equivalent (or equivalent qualifications that equate to 128 UCAS) predicted or achieved (please ensure that you include the grades in your CV)
• Meeting the eligibility criteria for Apprenticeship Levy Funding
• A well-rounded academic background with an interest in financial management
• Basic understanding of financial statements, accounting procedures, internal and external reporting, and variance analysis
• Excel, PowerPoint and Word proficiency
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work environment
• Leadership experience in school or community organisation
• Outside interests and achievements beyond academia that demonstrate the kind of person you are and the difference you could bring to the team.

Additional Information

Help us learn about you by submitting a complete and thoughtful application, which includes your resume. Your application and resume is a way for us to initially get to know you, so it is important to complete all relevant application questions so we have as much information about you as possible.

To start the application, you will be prompted to enter your email address. Your email address will be used to create and maintain your profile so make sure it is one you will have long term access to. Do not use an email address with ".edu" extension as doing so could result in delays receiving updates regarding your candidacy.

After you confirm your application, we will review it to determine whether you meet certain required qualifications. You will receive an email invitation to complete a video interview, powered by HireVue. This is your opportunity to further bring your resume to life and showcase your experience for our recruiting team and hiring managers. HireVue is required, and your application will not be considered for further review until you have completed this. We strongly encourage that you apply and complete this required element as soon as possible, since programs will close as positions are filled.

JPMorgan Chase is committed to creating an inclusive work environment that respects all people for their unique skills, backgrounds and professional experiences. We strive to hire qualified, diverse candidates, and we will provide reasonable accommodations for known disabilities.

Visit jpmorgan.com/careers for upcoming events, career advice, our locations and more. JPMorgan Chase offers an exceptional benefits programme and a highly competitive compensation package. JPMorgan Chase is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of the UK Government's Disability Confident Scheme.

About Us

JPMorgan Chase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We recognise that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.