Apprentice Finance Analyst

• A genuine curiosity for numbers and how data can be used to solve business challenges.

• An interest in technology and a desire to learn how AI and automation are changing the finance landscape

• Clear and confident communication skills to explain your work and present to team members

• High attention to detail to ensure accuracy when managing and inputting financial information

• A proactive approach to learning, with the readiness to balance daily tasks with your apprenticeship studies.

Some of our benefits include:

• Maternity leave up to 18 weeks full basic salary & paternity leave up to 2 weeks

• Wide range of training available, plus full LinkedIn Learning access

• Private medical insurance including coverage for pre-existing conditions

• Discounted gym memberships, free ClassPass at Home, weekly virtual yoga classes

• 'Bikes for Work' and 'Electric Car' scheme

• Up to 60% discount on Harper Collins books

• Access to exclusive events and competitions with exciting brands such as talkSPORT, Virgin Radio UK & The Times. Weekly virtual panel chats with top journalists and celebrities

• Access to wellbeing benefits such as EAP, physio/massage and counselling

• A generous pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 5%

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, as well as an extra anniversary day off

• Up to 3 paid volunteering days per year to support causes you care about

We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments due to a disability or health condition at any stage of your application or interview, please let us know. You can contact us at [email protected] to discuss how we can support you to perform at your best.

Your role: As an Apprentice Finance Analyst, you will take your first steps into the world of commercial finance within a fast-paced media environment. As a member of the Group Finance Team, you will learn how to harness financial data to support business decisions, utilizing data transformation tools and modern AI technologies to help shape the future of finance while earning a formal qualification and gaining hands-on industry experience.

• Gather and organise financial data from across the business to support monthly reporting

• Assist in building and updating financial dashboards to track commercial performance

• Analyse large datasets to spot trends, anomalies, and opportunities for efficiency

• Support the development of predictive models to improve financial forecasting

• Utilise AI tools to enhance data analysis and automate routine finance tasks

Being an apprentice at News UK: During your time with us, you will earn above the living wage while receiving comprehensive, hands-on training. You'll work 4 days a week with News UK and spend 1 day studying toward a fully funded Data Analyst Level 4 qualification. Along with mentorship from top industry professionals, we will provide any tailored support you need to reach your full potential.

Duration: 2 Year Apprenticeship

Start Date: January 2027

Location: London Bridge