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National Highways

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Accounting & Tax
    Banking & Finance
  • Birmingham

AI generated summary

  • You need a collaborative mindset, strong communication skills, excellent coordination, effective planning, a focus on quality, a 2:1 degree, and Grade C/4 in GCSE Math and English.
  • You will work across finance teams, support projects managing £4 billion in finances, and pursue chartered status with ICAEW, benefiting from study time and support.

Requirements

  • An enthusiastic, collaborative approach to working with others
  • The ability to communicate in different formats with a variety of stakeholders
  • Excellent co-ordination skills
  • The ability to plan and prioritise effectively to meet deadlines
  • A focus on quality and integrity in everything you do
  • An undergraduate degree (2:1 or above) in any subject
  • A minimum of a Grade C / Grade 4 in Mathematics and English Language at GCSE

Responsibilities

  • Through a series of placements across our specialist teams, you’ll discover our essential financial services that directly impact the success of one of the country’s key government organisations.
  • You’ll have the chance to work across diverse areas of finance, supporting projects and activities that manage our £4 billion annual finances and critical governance, risk management and estate operations.
  • In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to gain chartered status with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) through a formal learning programme, receiving all the study time and support you need to achieve this goal.

FAQs

What is the salary for the Graduate - Finance position?

The salary for the Graduate - Finance position is £26,500.

Where is the job location?

The job is located in Birmingham.

When does the Finance Graduate Programme start?

The Finance Graduate Programme starts in September 2025.

How long does the Finance Graduate Programme last?

The Finance Graduate Programme lasts for three years.

Will I receive support for professional training during the programme?

Yes, you will gain chartered status with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) through a formal learning programme, with all the necessary study time and support.

What kind of experience will I gain in this programme?

You will gain hands-on experience through placements across specialist teams, managing a £4 billion annual budget and engaging in financial governance, risk management, and estate operations.

What employee benefits are included in the programme?

The programme includes a generous pension scheme, life assurance, annual leave starting at 26 days (which rises to 31 days with service), and discounts and cashback at various retailers.

What qualifications do I need to apply?

You need an undergraduate degree (2:1 or above) in any subject, along with a minimum of a Grade C / Grade 4 in Mathematics and English Language at GCSE by the programme start date.

When will the assessment centres take place?

The assessment centres will take place in January and February.

Do I need to be available for an induction?

Yes, you must be available to attend a 4-day induction from 8th to 11th September.

Will I have a permanent contract?

Yes, you will receive a permanent contract from day one of the programme.

Is sponsorship available for this role?

Due to the salary level of this role, we cannot offer sponsorship for individuals who do not have the Right to Work in the UK. Candidates must have the Right to Work for the duration of the programme.

What qualities are required to succeed in this programme?

You should have an enthusiastic, collaborative approach, excellent communication skills, co-ordination skills, the ability to plan and prioritise effectively, and a focus on quality and integrity.

What kind of working arrangements can I expect?

The programme offers flexible working arrangements.

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National Highways

Looking after England's motorways and major roads

Transportation
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2015
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

National Highways (formerly known as Highways England) is a government-owned company responsible for operating, maintaining, and improving major highways and road networks in England. They manage over 4,300 miles of motorways and major A-roads, ensuring safety, efficiency, and reliability in the transport infrastructure. National Highways' ultimate mission is to provide a world-class road network that supports economic growth, connects communities, and enhances the travel experience for road users. Their purpose lies in improving road safety, reducing congestion, and delivering sustainable transport solutions, thereby contributing to the economic prosperity and well-being of the nation. By focusing on strategic road investments and delivering infrastructure projects, National Highways aims to create a modern, resilient, and integrated road network that serves the needs of businesses, commuters, and travellers, and promotes a greener and more accessible transport system for the UK.

Culture & Values

  • Safety

    No harm or negative impact to well-being should come to the public, National Highways' people and the environment through the management and use of data.

  • Ethical Integrity

    All data is considered in relation to the people it may represent and impact and treated with due consideration to their rights.

  • Passion

    National Highways understands the limitations of data and understands how the dataset came to be. National Highways takes its sources, collection circumstances and biases into account and makes sure data is fit for purpose.

  • Ownership

    Responsibility for the ethical use of data is shared by all its people. This applies to the full information lifecycle. National Highways works to achieve the shared goal of delivering value to the public.

  • Teamwork

    Leveraging the team, National Highways and their Suppliers work together to use data ethically.

Benefits

  • A pension scheme with generous employer contributions

  • Life assurance

  • Leave entitlement up to 31 days

  • Access to performance related pay

  • Great deals, discounts and cashback offers from well-loved retailers

  • Flexible working arrangements (subject to business need)

  • Season ticket loans and Oyster Card credit loans which can be repaid through salary