Finance Apprentice

**Finance Apprentice**

**Are you looking to start a career in finance? We are looking for a Finance Apprentice to join our team at North Wales Housing.**

**Our Organisation**

Here at North Wales Housing, we make a difference to people’s lives every day. If you’re committed to helping us achieve this, we’ll make sure we make a positive difference to your life too. Let’s work together to build on 50 years of providing quality homes across North Wales, investing into communities and supporting those facing homelessness.

As a Gold Standard Investors in People employer, we’re committed to providing an environment where our people can thrive and be proud of where they work, in a culture enabling them to fulfil their potential and feel valued for their contribution.

**The Role - Finance Apprentice**

This role is a great starting point for anyone interested in building a career in finance. As part of the Finance Team, your tasks will be varied during your contract, providing you with a comprehensive introduction to the field. You will also be able to gain valuable experience, skills and knowledge in different areas of finance within a supportive environment. Full training will be provided, including support with study to attain a recognised finance qualification i.e. AAT.

The finance team will help you learn the systems and processes involved in working in a busy finance team therefore no prior finance experience is required. We are looking for someone who is keen to learn and possess the following skills:

- Good standard of education with at least 5 GCSE’s at grade C/level 4 or above including English and maths. A level standard or equivalent is desirable.
- Willingness to undertake any relevant training
- Good numeracy skills and a passion for numbers.
- Some familiarity with Excel and looking to expand their knowledge.
- Drive to learn new skills.
- Good communication skills, able to work within a team and communicate effectively with diverse groups of people.
- Either have the ability to hold basic conversation in Welsh, **or committed to developing your** Welsh language skills (with our support)
- Flexible and conscientious approach to work, always happy to get involved and help out colleagues.
- A practical, problem-solving approach, with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude

**What we offer you**:

- Temporary contract for up to 2 years.
- Minimum of 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Based in our offices at Llandudno Junction with hybrid working, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
- Benefits platform with savings on groceries, high-street shopping, new tech, holidays etc.
- Further studies support and career development opportunities.
- Pay rate in line with National Minimum Wage / National Living Wage.
- Employee health assistance scheme
- Generous contributory pension scheme

At North Wales Housing we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of service users. You **must be willing for a basic DBS disclosure** to be undertaken by our organisation.

**How to Apply**:
**Tips for Applying**:

- **Tailor Your Application**: Highlight any relevant experience or skills you have, even if they aren't directly related to finance. For example, experience in customer service or a role where you had to be detail-oriented could be valuable.
- **Show Enthusiasm**: Emphasize your eagerness to learn and develop new skills, especially in finance. Mention any courses or certifications you're interested in pursuing, such as the AAT Level mentioned in the job description.
- **Highlight Key Skills**: Mention your numeracy skills, familiarity with Excel, and any other relevant software or tools. If you have experience in business studies or have taken courses related to finance, be sure to include this.
- **Focus on Teamwork**: Since the role requires collaboration with various teams, provide examples of how you've successfully worked in a team setting in the past.
- **Tell us why you want to work with us at NWH.** We want to know why you want to come and work with us - let us see your passion and drive and how you can fit in with our values.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: £6.40-£12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Llandudno Junction