2018 September Intake - EY Degree Apprenticeship in Digital and Technology Solutions - UKI Assurance - Leeds

Job description

Technology at EY
 
Advances in technology are fundamentally changing the way the world works. Today's businesses, government and individuals are responding to shifts that would have seemed unimaginable even a few years ago.
Technology is integral to the success of virtually all organisations and drives some of the biggest challenges and decisions businesses need to make.  At EY, technology is embedded in the solutions and services we provide to our clients and underpins everything that we do.
 
Assurance at EY

Assurance plays a vital role in maintaining public confidence in the world's capital markets and giving other stakeholders confidence in the financial information reported by our clients. Our Assurance team at EY work closely with some of the world’s most influential organisations and governments, understanding their businesses and the risks they face to help them be more successful.

EY will give you unrivalled experiences and insights to allow you to specialise your expertise as you    develop your career across a range of clients.
As part of this apprenticeship you will progress your career faster than your peers who chose to go to university.  At the end of the programme you will be a graduate with Degree in Digital and Technology solutions with four years of practical experience. You will also have built a fantastic network of people who will mentor you to ensure you reach your potential.

You will get early exposure to influential people ranging from CIO’s, CFO’s and other members of the client’s team.  You will build relationships with these people who will share their experiences with you.
 
Become an apprentice in Digital Innovation

You will be part of Assurance – offering the opportunity to start your career straight from school in a fast-paced rewarding job that develops practical and technical skills, preparing you for a career working on leading assurance projects within the business worlds. You will:
·  Work alongside your Assurance colleagues checking the accuracy of our clients financial statements
·  Understanding our clients businesses, IT processes, infrastructure and IT strategy
·  Testing the controls which our client have embedded within their IT processes to ensure they are working as expected
·  Performing data extraction and data analysis using our EY computer programmes to further understand the numbers within the financial statements
·  Gaining experience in opportunities such as designing and prototyping emerging technology solutions (eg developing web and mobile apps)
·  Helping clients deal with the complex issues of fraud, regulatory compliance and business disputes
·  Supporting clients in managing, processing and analysing vast quantities of electronic evidence and data

·  What support and professional qualifications will I receive?
 
You can expect first class training and support throughout your role.
You will spend 20% of your time over 4 years studying towards a BSc degree.  You will study with other Apprentices at QA and receive a degree from Roehampton University in Digital and Technology Solutions. You will build on these skills in our teams with our clients in between your block release sessions. 

As well as your technical training, you'll also develop essential know-how through a range of activities. Over the 4 years you can expect to experience web-based learning, shadowing senior colleagues and team members, and training courses with our in-house experts. You'll be assigned a career counsellor on day one who'll work closely with you to identify your strengths and help you grow in your career.

A role in EY Assurance, combined with achieving a degree, should not be underestimated in terms of the experiences it opens up. Having gained a grounding in the IT aspects of finance industry and exposure to our large client base, you’ll have awealth of practical experience to compound your theoretical knowledge. And this will open opportunities both inside and outside EY.

What do we look for?
 
You don’t need to have any prior technical experience or qualifications – we are looking for people who are passionate about technology and have a strong desire to learn.  Our degree apprenticeship offers you the chance to combine a business and technology career in a fast paced, rapidly expanding field. You’ll work as part of small high performing teams, so working well with others, as well as being able to think critically, is essential. Determination, ambition and energy are essential in this role.

Eligibility
 
If you are currently at school/college, you must be completing 3 A levels, 5 Highers or equivalent qualifications, in advance of the programme start date in September 2018.

If you are now working, you must have attained 3 A levels, 5 Highers or equivalent qualifications.

To be considered for enrolment in the EY Degree Apprenticeship, a government accredited apprenticeship, you must satisfy the following requirements at the time of commencing your apprenticeship:
·  16 years old or over
·  Not in full-time education
·  Not in receipt of government funding for further education, higher education or learning support
·  UK/EEA Nationality or Permanent Residency Status and have resided in the UK/EEA for at least 3 years prior to starting your apprenticeship 
If you already hold a qualification, or have completed an apprenticeship, at the level of this apprenticeship or higher, the skills you will obtain through this apprenticeship must be substantially different to the learning and skills you have already obtained.         
 To qualify for the role you must have:
·  Be able to work independently and part of a team
·  Good organisation skills
·  Confidence
·  Professional attitude
·  Maturity
·  Enthusiasm
·  Hard working
Ideally, you’ll also have:
·  Good school grades in Maths and English
·  Taken part in extra-curricular interests to demonstrate your skills
Our top performers are the most enthusiastic members of our teams who are willing to get involved in anything.  They are diligent in the work they prepare and have a real interest in our client’s business.

What working at EY offers you

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:  
·  Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
·  Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
·  The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you
About EY
 
As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

Diversity at EY
At EY we are committed to bringing together the right candidates to create the high performing teams that provide our clients with the exceptional service they expect. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, abilities and experiences, creating a rich and diverse culture here at EY – one that can help you learn, develop and shape your career. See how we are making this happen at EY - http://www.ey.com/UK/en/About-us/Our-people-and-culture/Diversity-and-inclusiveness/Diversity-and-inclusiveness

Changes to our Selection and Assessment Process
If you need any changes to be made to the process for a reason related to a disability or long-term health condition please let us know on the dedicated section on our application form. To speak to our team before you apply or at any time across your application please contact or on 0800 289 208.  This will allow us to provide support to you throughout the recruitment process and when you join the organisation.