Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship (SRE) September 2027 – Newcastle upon Tyne

Who we are

Neptune North is a newly created Joint Venture between Oliver Wyman, a global leader in management consulting and part of the NYSE listed Marsh McLennan, and Rokos Capital Management (RCM), a global alternative investment fund manager. We pride ourselves on employing and developing only the very best talent in the North East, ensuring unparalleled quality and expertise in every project we undertake so that we can surpass our clients' expectations, solve challenging problems and deliver innovative solutions. We are headquartered in the heart of Newcastle City Centre, where we are building a team of exceptional people and an incredibly intellectually stimulating environment from which to work.

Our Culture

An exciting aspect of being part of a newly created business at this stage is the opportunity to be in from the start and help define the culture. There are things that we won’t compromise on though:

• We are looking for exceptional talent with excellent communication skills.
• Collaboration is key, both internally and with our clients. We believe we do our best work when we are together and working hand in hand with business users.
• Curiosity is something we embrace and value highly.
• We want people who are positive and passionate, have proven problem-solving capabilities, can work quickly to find solutions to complex challenges and unlock big opportunities.
• People need to be able to take ownership and be trusted to deliver, going the extra mile when needed.
• We want people who are highly motivated and have a high desire to learn.

The Opportunity

Our degree apprenticeship offers you the opportunity to apply your academic learning in a real-world business context and accelerate the start of your career in technology and financial services through our four-year combined study and work programme. You will gain a recognised degree from the University of Warwick, a renowned Russell Group university – without tuition or student loan debt.

What you'll do at work

• Day-to-day support of critical business applications within a fast-paced Financial Services environment with exposure to senior stakeholders within Technology and Quant departments.
• Working directly with a wide range of platforms and technologies including, but not limited to Kubernetes, Windows/Linux Server, Observability Tools, Infrastructure Management, Enterprise Batch Scheduling, Database and Scripting/Automation (Python/PowerShell).
• Triage and root cause analysis of production incidents to minimise impact to the business and improve stability.
• Contributing to delivery of AI powered solutions for Incident Management.
• Fielding critical user service requests.
• Executing and improving release management and business continuity processes.

As you progress, you’ll be involved in a wide range of projects, working closely with experienced professionals to develop your skills. In your third and fourth years, you'll get the opportunity to specialise in areas of interest such as Software Engineering and Data Analysis, working closely with industry experts in these fields. Upon completion of your apprenticeship, you will be a highly-skilled member of the Neptune North team, with multiple career possibilities. The programme will begin in September 2027.

Our Support

We will support you in your learning and development both on and off the job through a variety of avenues:

• 20% of your time during the working week will be allocated to your university studies.
• We will give you an internal mentor to provide career and professional development guidance.
• You will have regular check-in meetings with your line manager to evaluate your progress – both in work and in your studies.

What makes a great candidate

• A genuine interest in technology and digital solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A proactive, team-oriented attitude with the ability to work independently when needed.
• A desire to learn and grow within a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Basic understanding of programming, systems analysis, or IT support is desirable but not essential.
• A strong enthusiasm for programming and technology and an appetite to work in a dynamic and integrated team.
• The ability to communicate clearly and professionally with our clients as well as team members.

Qualifications:

Very strong GCSE grades and a minimum of AAA predicted at A-Level. Any job offer is subject to meeting the required A-Level results and successful university application. If this is not achieved on results day, the offer of employment will regrettably be withdrawn.

What we offer

• Paid Apprenticeship: Receive a competitive salary while gaining a degree and valuable work experience.
• Mentorship & Support: Ongoing support from experienced professionals who will guide your development and provide constructive feedback.
• Growth Opportunities: The chance to progress into permanent positions with Neptune North or gain experience for future career advancement.
• Comprehensive Training: Access to both academic and professional development opportunities throughout your apprenticeship journey.
• Work on a wide variety of projects alongside exceptionally talented people, often closely correlated to world events and trends.
• Deliver demonstrable business value.
• Learn from industry experts on how financial markets and world economies work.