Financial Analyst Apprenticeship

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Financial Analyst Apprenticeship

Savills Financial Consultants (“SFC”) is the specialist debt and treasury advisory team within the Housing Division of Savills UK, which provides support to affordable housing clients (i.e. housing associations) throughout the UK.

SFC is a dynamic, growing and exciting place to work, that is seeking to continue to grow in a sustainable manner through the recruitment of at least one new Financial Analyst. We are centred in a unique position where we can easily draw upon expertise from a range of specialist colleagues across the broader organisation, resulting in the provision of comprehensive cross-division, tailored solutions to our clients. 

Founded in the UK in 1855, Savills is one of the world's leading property companies. Our experience and expertise spans 600 offices across the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa and the Middle East. Over 40,000 people work for us in more than 60 countries. Savills acts as trusted advisers to real estate clients globally and we attract, recruit and retain the best people in the property industry. 

About this role 

This role involves the provision of advisory services to Housing Associations across a range of financial instruments. Specifically, the role involves providing technical/ specialist support to Directors and the rest of the team in their direct advisory roles, in addition to providing some day-to-day support to clients/customers. 

Primary Objectives: 

• Performing in-depth analysis of business plans and data
• Running shadow credit rating analysis and presenting findings
• Financial modelling and review (including net present value analysis)
• Drafting of treasury strategies and treasury policies
• Providing analytical support and project management throughout debt transactions
• Supporting Directors and Associate Directors in the management of client relationships
• Providing analytical support for pitches to new clients
• Drafting of economic and market updates for clients
• Attendance and presentation during client meetings 

Other Responsibilities: 

• Understanding and articulating the macro-economic conditions in the markets we work within
• Building a network across Savills
•  Continually examining self and team performance and evolving accordingly
• Introducing ideas to the team to expand and improve our service 

Working Week 

Five full days in the office, working hours 9:00am to 5:30pm. One of these days each week will be dedicated to your apprenticeship studies whilst in the office. 

How you’ll make an impact 

Good communication and organisational skills are vital to succeed as an apprentice. You will need the ability to manage a varied workload when working with different members of the team. It is also important to feel confident when using your own initiative, and being passionate about delivering the best service possible for your team and clients.

The successful candidate will have the following skills:

• Word and Excel capabilities
• Good written, presentation and numerical skills are essential
• ·Excellent communication skills
• Diligent and detail driven
• Able to work individually and as part of a team
• Punctual, reliable, keen and enthusiastic
• Thirst for knowledge and self-motivated

GCSE English and Maths at Level 4 (Grade C) or above is a mandatory requirement and you may not apply if you are currently studying for or already have a degree. 

You must be eligible to live, work and remain in the UK, within 1 hour’s commute of the office you are applying to.

Training

Level 4 Financial Adviser. On the job training is provided to ensure all the required knowledge and experience is obtained throughout the apprenticeship to qualify successfully.

Career development 

We will provide the full suite of Savills training programme including mandatory health and safety and office training, as well as specific training relevant to your role. 

We ensure that your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is current and that all staff are fully up to date with changes to legislation and business needs. 

Benefits 

• Permanent Contract for all apprentices, as opposed to a training contract
• Interest free season ticket loan
• Pension Scheme – Royal London
• Training costs covered
• 25 days annual leave 
• Employee discounts - save money using our MyRewards on thousands of discounts and offers
• Pitch your idea to our Board via the Savills Dragons Den (Innovation and growth initiative)
• Sports activities (Hockey, Netball, Skiing, Rugby, Football, Cricket, Badminton & Squash)
• Employee Assistance Programme – A 24 hour service available to all staff and completely confidential
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• ShareSave - Save As You Earn share option scheme
• Company Mobile Phone

 About Savills

Savills apprenticeship programme allows you to gain the training, experience and support you need to build a fulfilling career in real estate.

We pride ourselves on offering the best possible experience from the day you receive your offer letter with us, through to the training programmes that support your career development.

We work with the Chartered Surveyors Training Trust to offer property apprenticeship opportunities across our business in various locations. If you are passionate about a developing a professional career in property, and would prefer to learn on the job rather than studying full-time at university, these roles may suit you. We have 100 per cent retention rate of our apprentices, who go on to work for Savills after completion of the scheme.

How to apply

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