Finance Opportunities
Finance Apprenticeships
Finance offers structured degree apprenticeships at top banks and accountancy firms. Whether you're aiming for investment banking, actuarial science, or fintech, every live UK opening is listed here.
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About Finance apprenticeships
Entry requirements
Finance apprenticeships typically require GCSEs at grade 4+ in Maths and English. Degree apprenticeships and school-leaver programmes at Big 4 accountancy firms (PwC, Deloitte, KPMG, EY) require strong A-levels, usually 3 A-grades, though firms are increasingly moving away from grade thresholds.
Typical salary
Finance apprenticeship salaries range from £20,000 to £40,000 per year. Big 4 school-leaver programmes pay £25,000–£35,000 in London. Investment banking analyst apprenticeships at bulge-bracket banks typically pay £30,000–£45,000. Regional roles pay 10–20% less.
Top employers
Top finance apprenticeship employers include PwC, Deloitte, KPMG, EY, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, Barclays, HSBC, Lloyds Banking Group, NatWest, and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
Career progression
A finance degree apprenticeship (Level 6) typically leads to a qualified accountant role (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with the exam costs paid by the employer. Investment banking analyst apprentices typically convert to full-time analyst roles paying £50,000–£70,000.
Frequently asked questions
What finance apprenticeships are available in the UK in 2026?▾
Finance apprenticeships in the UK include accounting (AAT, ACA, ACCA, CIMA), investment banking analyst, financial services professional, actuarial, and data analyst roles at banks and accountancy firms. The Big 4 (PwC, Deloitte, KPMG, EY) all run structured school-leaver programmes as degree apprenticeships.
How much do finance apprentices earn at Big 4 firms?▾
Big 4 school-leaver and degree apprenticeship salaries in finance typically range from £25,000 to £35,000 per year in London, with annual increases as you progress through your programme. Some investment banking apprenticeship roles pay £35,000–£45,000 at bulge-bracket banks.
Do I need A-levels to apply for finance apprenticeships?▾
Many finance degree apprenticeships and school-leaver programmes require 3 A-levels (often ABB or above), though some firms are removing explicit grade thresholds. A-level Maths is strongly preferred for actuarial and investment roles. BTEC Level 3 qualifications are also accepted by many employers.
When do Big 4 apprenticeship applications open?▾
Big 4 school-leaver and apprenticeship programmes typically open between September and November for a September start the following year. PwC and EY often open the earliest, sometimes before October. Applications are competitive and close early, so applying in the first two weeks gives a significant advantage.
What qualifications do I gain from a finance apprenticeship?▾
Finance degree apprenticeships typically lead to an ACA (ICAEW), ACCA, or CIMA qualification, the same designations as a graduate route, but fully funded and with a salary from day one. Some apprenticeships also include a university degree (Level 6) depending on the employer and standard.