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Accountancy and Finance Graduate Programme

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Location:
Devonport, Plymouth, GB, PL1 4SG Wareham, Bournemouth, GB, BH20 6JA Warminster, Bath, GB, BA12 0BS Bristol, GB, BS11 0YA Telford, GB, TF2 8JT Portsmouth, GB, PO6 3EN
Onsite or Hybrid: OnSite
Overview
This programme involves working on major defence programmes and strategic operations where financial activities support some of the most complex and high-profile areas of the business. Participants will help teams make informed decisions and drive performance.
Programme Structure
This three-year programme consists of three 12-month placements designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of accountancy and finance. Participants will rotate through roles in project and financial accounting, gaining broad exposure to different areas of the business and developing a well-rounded skill set.
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StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
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Support and Development
From day one, participants receive structured support and dedicated mentorship throughout the programme and beyond. You will join our Graduate Development Programme, with expert-led masterclasses on communication, personal branding, resilience, and wellbeing, along with pursuing the CIMA Professional Qualification.
Career Progression
After completing the programme, participants will move into a substantive role within Accountancy and Finance at Babcock, with further support to grow into more senior roles.
Rewards and Benefits
Participants Will Receive
- A minimum starting salary of £35,000
- A minimum of 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays
- Generous pension and employee share schemes
- Flexible benefits, including a cycle-to-work scheme and discounts
- Comprehensive wellbeing support


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Application Requirements
You must have achieved, or be on track to achieve, a bachelor's or master's degree, and have a demonstrable interest in Finance, working with numbers, and solving problems. The programme requires Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) security clearance.
Application Process
Applications are reviewed in the order they are received. To maximize your chances, submit your application and complete any required online assessments as soon as possible.
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