Job Overview:
We're on the lookout for forward-thinking, hardworking and enthusiastic people who are eager to start their career in Finance at Arm.
Innovation happens in many ways – and to help Arm meet the challenges we face in the fast paced world of technology, we need to think differently about the ways we find brilliant people.
That’s where our Apprenticeship program comes in. Combining academic study with a salaried role at our UK HQ in Cambridge, it provides a different pathway into finance and a launchpad towards an exciting new career.
Arm is always looking to bring hard-working people together. So, if you want to spark your creativity in an environment fuelled by connectivity, come and reinvent your future on Arm.
"I can reach out to almost anyone in the company and ask for help if I need it, and that has helped tremendously with my assignments. Also, the office is amazing, the building has everything you could possibly want, games rooms, a little retreat room for relaxation and of course the gym, it’s a good place to work”.Deborah Awoyemi, Apprentice Software Engineer.
Whatcould you be doing as a Professional Accountant Apprentice?
- 24 - 36 month Program studying Professional Accounting
- You will study one day a week (20% of your work time) and the rest of the time in your team
- You will have a line manager, a buddy and an academic tutor as well as program support
You will complete a Level 7 Accounting apprenticeship which is equivalent to a Master’s degree and allows you to gain the full ACCA, CIMA, CTA or ICAEW.
What will I be working on?
You will be part of the Operational Finance team. Our team mission is to improve financial strength and inputs for decision-making managers / leaders through effective business partnering.
- Using your curiosity to understand Arm and develop understanding of the business areas you help support
- You will provide support to the Finance Analysts, including helping with month-end activities
- You will help maintain regular reporting and assist in the creation of monthly review packs, ensuring full supporting material is prepared ahead of reviews
- You will maintain records of open Positions and leavers, supporting creating Position records as needed
What Makes Arm’s Apprenticeships Program Different?
As an Apprentice, you’ll spend at least 20% of your time on academic work, with the other 80% spent gaining work experience and on-the-job training. And if you have any problems or questions, you’ll have some of the most dedicated brains in the industry on hand to help you through.
You will also have access to a comprehensive internal curriculum covering everything you need to know to be successful at Arm. We value lifelong learning and inquisitive minds.
We are looking for individuals who:
Our Apprentices come to us from a variety of backgrounds and subject areas. Many are school or college leavers taking their first steps into Finance, but we also welcome people with broader life experience, and career changers who may have gained experience in a different field and are eager for a new challenge.
Formal qualifications aren’t the most important factor. What we look for in our Apprentices is passion, potential and, above all, curiosity.
We want people who can show us why they’re interested in working in Finance, how they envision their future, and specifically why they think Arm is the right place for them to start this journey.
Entry requirements:
- Valid passport/birth certificate and NI number
- Must have lived in the UK and/or EEA for 3 years prior to apprenticeship start date
- Must be working in England for at least 50% of working time
- Not undertaking another apprenticeship or government funded qualification at the same time
Prior learning requirements
- Level 3 or 4 Accountancy Apprenticeship
- Grade C or above in at least 5 GCSEs, including English and Mathematics
Or
- Significant work experience
A successful apprentice will demonstrate:
- You are upbeat and agile
- You display a dedicated approach to your work, and you are proud to be detailed, methodical and organised in your nature
- You are a self-starter who enjoys using your personal dedication to support the wider Operational Finance Team
- An understanding of what Arm is and does
- You enjoy solving problems
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English
- Good listening skills
Qualities that will help your application stand out:
We always want to hear more about your experience and the projects you have worked on. Please include any extracurricular activity which will help your application on your CV.
Additional Information:
We encourage early applications as we review them on a first come/first served basis.
Please note, this is a Full Time position starting in January 2025.
Salary - £28,350
For further information on our course provider please visit BPP.
Applicants who do not already hold a lower-level accountancy or tax qualification, a degree, or have related work experience should apply for the Level 4 apprenticeship.
Application Closing Date: 27th October 2024
We aim to review all applications no later than two weeks after the closing date. In peak periods there may be exceptions beyond this timeframe. We will do our best to keep you informed.
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Accommodations at Arm
At Arm, we want our people to Do Great Things. If you need support or an accommodation to Be Your Brilliant Self during the recruitment process, please email accommodations@arm.com. To note, by sending us the requested information, you consent to its use by Arm to arrange for appropriate accommodations. All accommodation requests will be treated with confidentiality, and information concerning these requests will only be disclosed as necessary to provide the accommodation. Although this is not an exhaustive list, examples of support include breaks between interviews, having documents read aloud or office accessibility. Please email us about anything we can do to accommodate you during the recruitment process.
Hybrid Working at Arm
Arm’s approach to hybrid working is designed to create a working environment that supports both high performance and personal wellbeing. We believe in bringing people together face to face to enable us to work at pace, whilst recognizing the value of flexibility. Within that framework, we empower groups/teams to determine their own hybrid working patterns, depending on the work and the team’s needs. Details of what this means for each role will be shared upon application. In some cases, the flexibility we can offer is limited by local legal, regulatory, tax, or other considerations, and where this is the case, we will collaborate with you to find the best solution. Please talk to us to find out more about what this could look like for you.
Equal Opportunities at Arm
Arm is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and colleagues. We are a diverse organization of dedicated and innovative individuals, and don’t discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.