Work base: Coed Pella, Colwyn Bay
Kick-start your career in Finance with Conwy County Borough Council
Are you ready to earn, learn and gain valuable work experience at the same time?
We're looking for two enthusiastic Finance Apprentices to join our Corporate Finance Service. These exciting opportunities will allow you to work towards a recognised apprenticeship qualification while gaining practical experience in a supportive and professional environment.
You don't need previous finance experience - just a willingness to learn, an eye for detail and a positive attitude.
Finance Systems Team
Are you curious about technology, systems and data?
This apprenticeship will be predominantly based within our Finance Systems Team, where you'll help support and maintain the financial systems used across the Council. You'll gain experience in:
- Supporting users with finance system queries
- Assisting with system testing and upgrades
- Producing reports and management information
- Maintaining data quality and accuracy
- Supporting digital improvement projects
- Working with Finance, ICT and service teams across the organisation
- This role is ideal for someone interested in technology, data, finance systems and problem-solving.
Accountancy Team
Do you enjoy working with numbers and supporting people?
This apprenticeship will be predominantly focused on supporting our Accountancy Team, helping to deliver key financial services across the Council. You'll gain experience in:
- Processing financial transactions
- Supporting budget monitoring activities
- Preparing financial information and reports
- Maintaining accurate financial records
- Assisting with reconciliations and investigating discrepancies
- Providing support to Finance colleagues and service areas
- This role is ideal for someone interested in finance, accountancy and developing strong business skills.
What you'll gain
- A recognised apprenticeship qualification
- Practical, hands-on experience in a professional finance environment
- Support and mentoring from experienced colleagues
- Opportunities to develop technical, digital and business skills
- A chance to make a real contribution to services that support local communities
- Excellent career development opportunities within Local Government
- Apprentice salary in line with the National Minimum Wage apprenticeship rate:
- £8.00 per hour for apprentices under the age of 19 or those aged 19 and over in the first year of their apprenticeship
- Apprentices aged 19 and over who have completed the first year of their apprenticeship will receive the age-related National Minimum Wage rate at that time
Why choose Conwy?
Whether you're helping manage financial information, supporting vital systems or assisting budget managers, you'll be part of a team that helps deliver important services for the people of Conwy every day.
If you're looking to start a rewarding career, develop valuable skills and gain a recognised qualification while earning a salary, we'd love to hear from you.
Your future starts here. Apply today.
This role offers flexible working options for a work life balance. This can include adjusting your working day and hybrid working, ie a balance of office and home working.
Manager details for informal discussion:
Terry Parr, Financial Systems Manager ( [email protected] / 01492 577779)
Graham Williams, Finance Manager ( [email protected] / 01492 575466)
Welsh Language Skills: The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. We are committed to our Welsh language and are proud of our Welsh culture. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English and application forms received in either language will not be treated less favourably than each other. We’re passionate about supporting and encouraging you to use your Cymraeg whatever your level. We offer free classes at all levels, in-person and on-line to support you.
Conwy is committed to safeguarding. Qualifications and references will be verified.
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We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and inclusive teams that embrace a wide range of voices, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. Creating a workplace that is welcoming and where everyone feels they belong ensures we can deliver great services.
We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have declared a disability in your application, we guarantee an interview if you evidence that you meet the essential criteria of the job in your application (requirements marked with an ‘E’ on the Person Specification).
We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process (and in employment) where possible. We encourage you to request adjustments. To do this please contact the manager named above to discuss your needs and potential support. There are options to apply via different formats, please contact the HR Team on 01492 576129 to discuss how we can support you. These requests will not put you at any disadvantage. Need some support with your application? We've got tips, guidance and support services to help you through it.
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