Accounting and Business Insights Industrial Placement (Edinburgh)

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Job Description Summary

Job Description

Shape the numbers. Shape the future.
In Finance at Lloyds Banking Group we do a lot more than balance the books. Were part strategists part storytellers part tech-savvy problem-solvers. We guide big decisions steer smart investments manage risk. And keep the UKs biggest bank on the front foot.

This isnt your average add it up and file it away finance job. The financial world is changing at speed new tech new competitors shifting customer needs and were right there responding and adapting. We dive into data track the markets stay ahead of regulation influence how products are built and make sure the Groups financial health doesnt just stay fighting fit it grows.
On your Accounting and Business Insights Industrial Placement you wont be watching from the sidelines with a spreadsheet. Youll be right in the thick of it. Bringing insights that shape where we put our resources how we manage risk and how we deliver value for millions of customers and shareholders.

One year. Unlimited learning.
Over your 12 months youll have the opportunity to get a panoramic view of how the bank ticks (and how to keep it ticking smoothly).

What your work could look like

• Supporting monthly reporting cycles helping produce accurate financial results and commentary
• Analysing data to explain whats driving performance and where we can improve
• Building reports and visualisations to support decisions across the business
• Working with teams to improve processes increase efficiency and reduce risk
• Turning complex numbers into clear practical insight for stakeholders

Partnering with the business to understand performance and influence future decisions. Across the programme youll get a 360 view of how finance powers the bank work on projects with real strategic impact and be part of tech-driven transformation thats redefining what a modern finance function can do.

The skills youll master
By the end of the scheme youll work towards being:

• Finance-fluent creating accurate timely decision-ready financial info.
• Commercially sharp understanding how we generate revenue and create value.
• Insight-driven analysing data to explain performance and identify opportunities.
• Tech-enabled using analytics tools reporting platforms and automation to improve how we work
• Influential building trusted relationships and using your analysis to spark decisions that make a strategic difference.

You may also have the opportunity to join multi-skilled teams where finance meets technology. Because in modern finance how we work is just as important as what we deliver.

Requirements
What you need to apply

• Be in your penultimate year at university.
• While we do not require a set projected minimum degree achievement we strongly recommend the ability to be able to demonstrate sound knowledge understanding and technical skills aligned to the role. Some aspects of this alongside behaviours and values will be assessed through the application process.
• We cannot sponsor visas.

Locations
Choose from various UK locations including South West West Yorkshire London and Edinburgh. Youll be based there throughout your programme. With our hybrid working policy all colleagues are expected to spend a minimum of two days each week in the office.

Opening and Closing date
Applications for our Accounting and Business Insights Industrial Placement Scheme open on 10th September and close on 8th November except for the London location which closes on 4th October.
Our schemes may close early if we receive a high number of applications so its best to apply as soon as you can.

How to apply
Our application process is designed to help you shine. We want everyone to feel they belong and can be their best regardless of background identity or culture.

Find out more including stages and tips for success on our how to apply page.

At Lloyds Banking Group were 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 youll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future whilst the scale and reach of our Group means youll have many opportunities to learn grow and develop.

We keep your data safe. So well only ever ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited along to an interview or accepted a verbal offer to join us which is when we run our background checks. Well always explain what we need and why with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person.

Were 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 were building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.