Accountancy, Banking & Finance 

WORK PLACEMENT, ONLINE AND EMPLOYABILITY VIRTUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Note to students:

For any resources which are highlighted for teachers use only, email futures@blackpoolsixth.ac.uk where availability will be checked and a place granted (circumstances depending.)

Opportunities for JULY 2024

Accountancy Work Experience with BDO

Overview

You have probably heard of accountancy and advisory services before. Think you know what professionals in this field really do? Embark on this virtual work experience to explore the world of accountancy and advisory services with BDO!

What’s Included

Springpod and BDO will introduce you to the sector and the different career paths that are available. You’ll hear from experts, see career stories, and explore career pathways. Through this work experience, you’ll discover skills you didn’t know you had and develop an understanding of a future career with BDO!

Programme dates

8TH JULY - 19TH AUGUST 2024

Apply here

 https://www.baesystems.com/en/careers/careers-in-the-uk/getting-ready-for-work/work-experience

Are you interested in kick-starting your career and gaining work-experience with a world-renowned professional services firm? If so, you do not want to miss this opportunity!

 

Did you know that KPMG is one of the largest professional services companies in the world? With over 227,000 employees across 146 countries, their work spans five major areas of Finance and Personal Services. They Audit some of the UK’s biggest companies and their people in Consulting, Deal Advisory, Tax, Law, and Technology. With clients from the smallest of start-ups to international mega corporations across every industry imaginable. One of the ‘Big 4’, KPMG are one of the places to be when working in the world of business and accounting!

 

KPMG are hosting a work-experience day on Thursday 4th April from 10am – 4pm in the Easter Holidays and we would love for you to attend. During the day, you will have the opportunity to learn key employability skills, such as how to communicate your message and build your personal brand, you will also have the chance to meet KPMG colleagues to hear about their career journeys and even complete a business pitch challenge!

 

If you are unsure what you want to do when you finish school, college or university and you would like to explore more options, then this work experience event is perfect for you. The KPMG Student recruitment team will also explain the different career paths into their firm and how you can gain a leg up into their prestigious company.

 

This work-experience day is a fantastic opportunity for you to gain valuable insights into the world of work and build your professional network, not to mention a great addition to your CV. Plus, you can join us from anywhere in the country, as the event will be held on Zoom. You will also get a professional reference for your CV’s as well as a certificate of compilation at the end of the day. This goes a very long way for your own personal career development and prospective opportunities.

 

So, what are you waiting for? Sign up today and take the first step towards your future career with KPMG!

 

Registration Link:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3T68P5M

 

Best Regards, 


Opportunities for June2024

Investment Banking

We’re excited to offer you the opportunity to explore life as an investment banker at J.P. Morgan and obtain valuable analytical skills required to drive your career in the direction you want it to go.

At J.P. Morgan, we do business with more than 80 percent of Fortune 500 companies and support more than 7,200 clients across the Corporate & Investment Bank. We partner with clients to achieve their strategic goals, whether it is raising capital for an expansion or buying another company.

Throughout this job simulation, you’ll learn what it takes to be an investment banker at J.P. Morgan. You’ll familiarize yourself with the types of innovative and creative financial solutions that we provide to our clients. By completing the job simulation, you’ll build the skills to set you up for success in your career in investment banking at J.P. Morgan.

Key benefits for students:

https://www.theforage.com/simulations/jpmorgan/investment-banking-hkyd

Manchester: Lloyds Banking Group, Work Experience Day

This event is for Year 12 & 13 students who are interested in exploring their future with Lloyds Banking Group and learning more about the wide range of job roles they have to offer. 

Lloyds Banking Group (LBG) is the UK’s largest digital bank which means that they provide lots of different online banking services. As a bank they look after people’s money and help them in every stage of their life, whether it's starting to save, getting a loan, or lending them money to buy a home. LBG also support businesses with their banking needs. Roles available include Audit, Data Analyst, Customer Services, Finance, Risk and HR. 

This is what your day could look like...

Lloyds Banking Group, Work Experience Day- 5 Jun  

Wanted to let you know about Pathways to Work! This is a 3-day VIRTUAL SEND opportunity. We have arranged the day to ensure that there is a chunky break in between the morning and afternoon sessions so students will have an increased ability to focus. There is a PDF attached with further details, but the sessions will run on the 24th - 26th April 2023 (10-11am and then 1.30-2.30pm).

 

Within the sessions we will explore the support available from employers for those with additional needs to help them thrive in the workplace, so SEND students can gain an insight into the support available to them within the world of work. The industries we have leading sessions are varied to show students the different roles available to them across a wide range of sectors. We have a range of employers who will detail super SEND friendly pathways into a variety of careers - including the DWP, NHS England Choices College, Leonardo Hotels and Mott Macdonald, amongst others.

 

This offer has a limited number of places - if you would like further information, you can email me - or speak to the wonderful Hannah Ottewill who is running the placement. The placement is suitable for 14-19 year olds.

 

The link to apply is here: https://www.speakersforschools.org/results/?opp=F6B9083F-3502-48C5-C0AF-08DC2C848EDA or you can click the flyer below. 

Speakers for Schools Santander Virtual Opportunity 

Santander are a large customer-focused bank and possess the scale and breadth of proposition to challenge the big four UK banks. They serve their customers through digital channels, alongside a network of branches and Corporate Business Centres. They play an important role in the UK economy and in the communities in which they operate. They help people purchase their home, save for the future and support business growth. They employ 23,500 people and paid £309m of corporation tax and £90m through the UK Bank Levy in 2019.

If you’re 14-18 years-old, come along to our virtual insight session, to find out what the world of work is really like.

You never know, it may even lead you to a career with us here at Santander.

Over an action packed session run via Zoom, you`ll get to meet some of our most passionate employees, gain an insight into banking, get tips on how to apply for our apprenticeship and graduate programmes.

Apply Now 

Inspiring Minds: Business and Economics

Inspiring Minds is Loughborough University’s series of taster days for Year 12 students. It’s an excellent opportunity to learn more about the options available at university and how to get there. The events allow you to not only experience studying your chosen subject area at university level, but also to meet our current students and academics and discover university life!

At Inspiring Minds: Business and Economics, attendees can choose to attend multiple sessions across our Business and Economics subjects, explore our campus facilities and meet current students and successful recent graduates. 

Sessions will also be available providing information, advice and guidance on university applications and student finance from our award-winning School and College Liaison team.

Individual students, as well as school and college groups, are welcome to attend.

Inspiring Minds Business and Econom

Opportunities for March 2024

Dear Students,

Are you interested in Business Consultancy, Accounting, Wealth Management and Finance? Are you looking to gain some incredibly valuable tips and tricks from current trainees in these industries?

Welcome to our Mazars: Meet the Trainees Virtual Event happening on Thursday 14th March 2024 from 5pm - 6pm!

Mazars are a leading international audit, tax and advisory firm, aspiring to build the economic foundations of a fair and prosperous world. Operating in over 90 countries around the world, Mazars draws on the expertise of 40,400 professionals – 24,400 in their integrated partnership, and 16,000 via the Mazars North America Alliance - to assist clients of all sizes at every stage of their development. In 2022, Mazars generated over £2 billion in revenue through its member firms worldwide!

Mazars offer student work experience, graduate roles and degree apprenticeships and have 14 offices all over the UK, so no matter where you are based, there will be a Mazars office and opportunity not too far away!

If you are an ambitious student looking for an incredible apprenticeship opportunity after school then this is the event for you!

If you are looking to gain recognised virtual experience at a top accountancy firm in Mazars, click on the Application Link below to secure your place at this virtual event!

Application Link:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/J2GFRH9

We’re really excited for this UK-wide event and we can’t wait to showcase this fantastic international business to you. 

Feel free to share this opportunity with your friends. We look forward to welcoming you!

Any questions please let us know.

Kind Regards,

Dan / Young Professionals

Dan Miller

Founder and CEO |

W: young-professionals.uk

Instagram: @youngprouk Twitter: @youngprouk

E: dan.miller@young-professionals.uk


Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS)

Welcome to the EY Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) Job Simulation. We are delighted you are here.

At EY, our purpose is building a better working world. The insights and services we provide help to create long-term value for clients, people, and society, and to build trust in the capital markets.

EY Assurance services – comprising Audit, Climate Change and Sustainability Services (CCaSS), Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS), and Forensic & Integrity Services – address risk and complexity, while identifying opportunities to enhance trust in the capital markets. Together, thanks to the global experience of EY multidisciplinary talent and innovative technology, EY Assurance services help protect and promote sustainable, long-term value for stakeholders.

FAAS is a team of global professionals supporting CFOs and finance teams with implementing their finance agenda and helping organizations to review processes and operations aimed at evolving and improving, not just their finance teams, but the wider business. As part of this work, EY FAAS teams often work closely with colleagues from our Consulting and Strategy and Transactions service lines to bring the full breadth of EY knowledge and expertise to our clients. You can read more about some of the work we do across the broader finance organization in The EY CFO Agenda.

EY FAAS teams provide analysis and insights to clients, helping them to make better business decisions and guiding them in implementing new accounting changes, improving their finance function and navigating complex transactions. As the finance landscape evolves, we continue to invest in EY FAAS teams, providing opportunities to gain new skills and support clients with exciting technologies, such as data mining, artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics, robotics process automation (RPA) and blockchain.

EY - Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS)

Business & Commercial Banking Analyst

Welcome to the Business & Commercial Analyst Virtual Job Simulation! We are so excited to have you here!

Here at Standard Bank, we're passionate about driving sustainable, inclusive growth across Africa. The kind of growth that will make a positive and lasting impact on all our lives. We put Africa's dreams, our clients' dreams, and our people's dreams at the heart of everything we do. 

During this programme, you will get the opportunity to step into the shoes of a Standard Bank team member and complete tasks that replicate the work that our Business & Commercial Analyst team does every day.

We hope this programme provides a great resource for you to upskill and strengthen your resume as you explore career options and a potential career at Standard Bank!

All tasks, materials, companies, and people featured in this programme are simulated and entirely fictional. Any resemblance to real persons (either living or dead) or other real-life entities is purely coincidental.

Standard Bank - Business & Commercial Banking Analyst

Opportunities for February 2024

Check out the upcoming STEM events we have coming up for your students. 

Arm, Technology Work Experience Day- 28 Mar 

This event is for students aged 16-21 interested in a career in Tech and Engineering. 

NCF Cyber Board Work Experience- 19 Jun 

This event is for Year 12 and 13, college and gap year students interested in a career in Cyber with the National Cyber Force and looking at Early Careers programmes.

GCHQ, Application Masterclass- 11 Jul

This event is for Year 13 students interested in cyber security, engineering or analysis and looking for Early Careers opportunties e.g. apprenticeships, junior development programmes etc.


Event administration placement opportunity

The function room at South Shore Lawn Tennis Club is looking for a candidate for work placement to support their events at the club. The fully air conditioned room is available during the day and in the evenings for weddings, receptions, parties, private meetings and as a training venue. 

If you are interested in this opportunity outside of your timetable please contact Emma.Dixon@blackpoolsixth.ac.uk or drop into the Futures Office.

Advisors Client Services

Welcome to the Mastercard Advisors Client Services Job Simulation! We are thrilled to have you here.

Mastercard is a leading global technology company. We work to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart, and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments, and businesses realize their greatest potential. Our decency quotient, or DQ, drives our culture and everything we do inside and outside of our company. We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results. 

The Data & Services team is a key differentiator for Mastercard providing cutting-edge services that help our clients grow. Focused on thinking big and scaling fast around the globe, this agile team is responsible for end-to-end solutions for a diverse global client base. In Advisors Client Services, we combine traditional management consulting with our rich data assets and in-house technology to provide our clients with powerful strategic insights and recommendations.

During this program, you will get the opportunity to step into the shoes of a Mastercard team member and complete tasks that replicate the work our Advisors Client Services team does every day.

We hope this program provides a great resource for you to upskill and strengthen your resume as you explore career options and a potential career at Mastercard.

Calling all business and accounting students!


It’s the biggest Business and Accounting event of the year you’ve all been waiting for! PwC, KPMG,Deloitte, Mazars, Grant Thornton & CIMA are all joining us for a one-off special event taking place on Monday 5th February 5pm -6:30pm online via Zoom.

For the first time in history, we have bought together 6 of the biggest accounting and professional services firms in the world all coming to share their knowledge and expertise with students from across the nation.

During this fast-paced online insight event you will hear from partners, senior leaders as well as many apprentices and graduates at these prestigious companies.

You will have the opportunity to ask questions, take part in some mini workshops as well as hearing all about how you could kick start your careers within these companies. Think work experience for the summer, internships, graduate opportunities and of course their hugely popular degree apprenticeship programs on offer for you to apply for!

We’re so excited to extend this invitation to you and what’s more you will get a certificate to add to your CV’s and LinkedIn profiles. 6 mega brands immediately added to your professional profiles, it can’t get better then that!

Hit the link below to secure your place.

Application Link:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BJ83RBL


Applications for Cisco’s February Pathways Work Experience, for young people in Years 12, are now open. You can find more information on our facebook page and apply from there or apply using the links below.

·         Dates: 12-16 February 

·         Location:

Please be careful and make sure you apply for the programme you want to attend. If you intend to attend the hybrid programme you should research where the offices are and make sure that you can get there.

Last year we had over 200 applications so may close early this year if we exceed that number. So please apply early and don’t leave it to the last minute.

The programme will provide opportunities to learn about Cisco and the IT industry. You’ll hear from technical teams and business teams. There’ll be a challenge that you work on as a group and then present to our Cisco judges and we’ll be learning about and practising employability skills such as interviewing and CVs. Plus learn about routes into Cisco straight from school via the apprenticeships, as an intern once at university or as a graduate after university. This is a full five days of learning opportunities. You will need a device, preferably with a camera, to join the virtual meetings. A laptop is best, with a tablet and then a phone in the order of how to get the best experience

 

Thank you.

 

Kind regards

Sam (she/her)

 

Sam Moylan-Heydt (She/Her) | CSR Programme Manager UK & Ireland
smoylanh@cisco.com | +44 7748 347910 | cisco.webex.com/meet/smoylanh

Cisco International Limited | London, UK | Cisco.com

Opportunities for january 2024

Career Starters

If you’re considering an alternative to university, this programme will give you an insight into the world of EY, and help you decide if an EY Apprenticeship is right for you.

https://www.ey.com/en_uk/careers/students/programmes/schools/ey-career-starters

It is also possible to register your interests for the Work Programme Vacancy with the following link: 

Join our talent community (hsbc.com).


National: Deloitte, Professional Services Application Masterclass (virtual event)


Thursday 25th Jan 10:00AM - 12:00PM

Deloitte is a major and well-known professional services organisation in the United Kingdom. They are connected to a global network that spans 150 nations. Deloitte offers positions in Audit & Assurance, Human Capital, Technology, and Governance & Risk.

Attending this Application Masterclass will provide students with information about Deloitte's Aspire programme as well as the opportunity to network with Deloitte colleagues. 

Agenda - 

Students can sign up here. 

Opportunities for december 2023

Insight to Lloyds Banking Group - Work with the UK's leading banking & financial institution!

Register here

Insight to AICPA & CIMA -


Register here



Register here

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THE FUTURE OF ARCHITECTS WITH MARIA FARAONE, DIRECTOR OF THE RIBA STUDIO, ROYAL INSTITUTION OF BRITISH ARCHITECTS

Date: Wednesday 13th December

Time: 10:00 am - 10:45 am

Age Group: KS3-5 / S1-6

Maria Faraone's journey in the world of architecture is a testament to passion, dedication, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Join her talk as she unveils the innovations, sustainability, and collaborative approaches shaping tomorrow's architects. Don't miss this chance to gain information on what this career looks like to help you figure out if being an architect is for you!

Click here to register


National: PwC, Tax and Consulting Work Experience Day December 2023

Tue 5th Dec 2023 @ 10:00 AM

This is an online event 

Upcoming Virtual Events: Young Professionals

 

I wanted to share 4 exciting new opportunities that your students can get involved with over the next weeks/month. We have virtual insights with Lloyds Banking Group the UK's largest bank with 30+ million customers and over 877.8 billion GBP of total assets under management, AIPCA & CIMA (Business, finance and accounting professional qualifications), Transport for London and the Royal Air Force.

 

Each link below will take students to a separate application form along with all the information they need on each of the events. 

 

Insight to Lloyds Banking Group 

·      Tuesday 5th December 2023, 5.00pm - 6.00pm

·      Open to all students in Y11, Y12 Y13 & Y14 – NI (S4, S5 & S6 – Scotland) 

·      Targeted to students looking to get into Business, Finance, Accounting, Data Analytics, Technology, Risk, and HR

·      Application link  https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/LloydsBankingGroupCareersLive

 

RAF Engineering Insight Event

·      Tuesday 5th December 2023, 5.00pm - 6.30pm

·      Open to all students in Y11, Y12 Y13 & Y14 – NI (S4, S5 & S6 – Scotland)

·      Targeted to students looking to get into Engineering and STEM

·      Application link  https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/RAFVirtualEngineering

 

If you have any questions, please let us know and we look forward to welcoming your students to these fantastic events we have lined up. 

 

Best Regards

 

Dan / Young Professionals 

 

Dan Miller

Founder and CEO | 

W: young-professionals.uk

M: 07540 953560 

Instagram: @youngprouk Twitter: @youngprouk

E: dan.miller@young-professionals.uk


Opportunities for November 2023

Upcoming Virtual Events: Young Professionals

 

I wanted to share 4 exciting new opportunities that your students can get involved with over the next weeks/month. We have virtual insights with Lloyds Banking Group the UK's largest bank with 30+ million customers and over 877.8 billion GBP of total assets under management, AIPCA & CIMA (Business, finance and accounting professional qualifications), Transport for London and the Royal Air Force.

 

Each link below will take students to a separate application form along with all the information they need on each of the events. 

 

Insight into TFL (Transport for London) Virtual Event 

·       Tuesday 28th November 5.00pm - 6.30pm

·       Open to all students in Y11, Y12 Y13 & Y14 – NI (S4, S5 & S6 – Scotland) 

·       Targeted to students looking to get into Engineering, Business and Technology 

·       Application link  https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/InsightIntoTFL

 

AICPA CIMA Virtual Insight Event

·      Wednesday 29th November 2023, 5.00pm - 6.30pm

·      Open to all students Y11, Y12 Y13 & Y14 – NI (S4, S5 & S6 – Scotland) 

·      Targeted to students looking to get into Accounting, Finance & Investment Management, and Business

·      Application link  https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/AICPACIMAVirtualEvent

 

If you have any questions, please let us know and we look forward to welcoming your students to these fantastic events we have lined up. 

 

Best Regards

 

Dan / Young Professionals 

 

Dan Miller

Founder and CEO | 

W: young-professionals.uk

M: 07540 953560 

Instagram: @youngprouk Twitter: @youngprouk

E: dan.miller@young-professionals.uk


Overview:

Who better yet to introduce you to the world of accountancy than the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) - the leaders in accountancy. You'll hear all about the organisation and how you can succeed in this fast-paced sector. Kickstart your career in accounting and get your application in ASAP!


Professional Services Taster Lessons

Self-paced estimated duration: 3 hours

Complete this short course to learn about different aspects of careers in Professional Services (accountancy, finance, law, insurance, consultancy and the civil service). 

Each lesson should take 20-30 minutes to complete.

Lessons should be worked through in chronological order but can also be completed in isolation.

Apply here

Accounting

ACCA Career Insights: Accounting for the Music Industry


Interview & Career Skills

Discover - Professional Skills


Software Engineering

Fidelity International - Technology & Digital


Sales

The New York Times - Advertising Sales


Also, as you may have seen, I like to do a little spotlight on some companies we have here at Forage:


Goodbody

Goodbody is a full service, investment-led business offering wealth management, asset management and investment banking services. They have 3 amazing programmes with us including Wealth Management, Corporate Advisory: Investment Banking & Introduction to Stock Picking.

The latter two are part of our Investment Banking Career Path that you may have seen on the platform! That career path journey is a really great tool to share with any students considering that role in the future. These programmes range from Beginner to Advanced which are perfect to share with multiple cohorts of students!


Spectris

For our Engineering specialists! Spectris provide high-tech instruments, test equipment and software for many of the world's most technically demanding industrial applications.

They have a great programme called Measurement Techniques for Sustainability which focuses on building technical skills such as calculations and technical research whilst also building up students' professional skills in presentations and writing.

We hope you’re well and having a good week so far!


Have you ever been curious about the inner workings of a global financial powerhouse like Goldman Sachs? Are you interested in discovering exciting career opportunities in Finance, Banking and Tech, without the burden of student debt? If so, we have a very exciting opportunity to share with you!


Join us for a fantastic evening with leading global business Goldman Sachs at their Virtual Insight Event on Wednesday November 8th from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

Goldman Sachs is a world-renowned investment banking, securities, and investment management firm. They provide a wide range of financial services to a diverse client base, including corporations, financial institutions, governments, and individuals. With offices in major financial centres worldwide, they are at the forefront of global finance!

What you can look forward to at this fantastic event:

   

You do not want to miss out on this opportunity - secure your spot now by registering via the link below!


Registration Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JC3R673


Seize the moment and take your step towards an exciting future in Finance, Banking and Technology – we can’t wait to see you there!


Best Regards,


Dan / Young Professionals


Dan Miller

Founder and CEO |

W: young-professionals.uk

Instagram: @youngprouk Twitter: @youngprouk

E: dan.miller@young-professionals.uk


Victrex are keen to invite any young person from college to participate in work experience. Please fill out the form below, to request a work placement, offering some information about where you would like to be placed. This gives the company some indication of which sector/area you would like to experience.

Victrex has a range of departments which cover R&D, Engineering, IT, Finance, HR, Marketing, Administration, Manufacturing (for the student's safety, they will not be placed on plant), Capital Projects, Continuous Improvement & Sustainability.

Work placement form

Opportunities for OCTOBER 2023

Insurance Careers Work Experience


What’s included?

Interested in a future in risk and finance? This programme will help lay the foundations as you explore the insurance profession. You may not have realised it, but insurance is a diverse profession with a variety of roles and opportunities for a financially rewarding career! You’ll learn more about all the different careers available and gain deeper insight through activities, quizzes and live webinars with insurance professionals.

Programme deadline: 18TH OCTOBER

Programme dates: 23RD OCTOBER - 3RD NOVEMBER

Click the image to apply!

Dear Students,


Direct Line Group have been looking for you!

We are thrilled to invite you to our Black Leaders In-person Event with the impressive Direct Line Group in London on Wednesday 18th October 2023, from 5pm - 7:30pm, where Direct Line Group are looking for their next Black Leaders!

 

With over £3 billion in revenue and over 10,000 employees, Direct Line Group position as one of the UK's largest insurance companies, home to the famous Direct Line, Churchill and Green Flag.

 

Direct Line Group recognise the importance of diversity, and in celebration of Black History Month, Direct Line Group are offering you the golden opportunity to join them at their London office in what is set to be a fantastic event!

 

This incredible event will include interesting panel discussions and workshops as well as the opportunity for you to ask any questions that you have to senior leaders at Direct Line Group! You will also get to step foot in their brand-new offices in the heart of London’s busiest financial district, Bank / The City.

 

Following the event, you will receive a certificate of completion within 7 working days. This can be used on your CVs or LinkedIn profile and will undoubtably enhance your applications for upcoming opportunities and help your CV to really stand out!

 

If you are interested in attending this event please contact Sian.Roberts@blackpoolsixth.ac.uk in the first instance.


If you have any questions, please get in touch and we hope to see you there!

 

Best Regards,

 

Ben / Young Professionals

Ben McDonald

Events & Marketing Team

W: young-professionals.uk & apprenticeships.co.uk

Instagram: @youngprouk Twitter: @youngprouk

E: ben.mcdonald@young-professionals.uk