NWSSP Legal & Risk Services
NHS Wales Financial Management Graduate
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Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh. Any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
Job Overview
Never has there been a more exciting and challenging time to join the NHS and if you have the desire for a career in NHS leadership, hold a minimum 2:2 degree level qualification (awarded by July 2027) and can apply your passion, curiosity, drive and determination to make a difference then we are interested in you!
The NHS Wales Financial Management Graduate Scheme offers you the opportunity to work across the breadth of the finance function giving you a host of valuable and varied experiences in areas such as financial management, business partnering and financial planning.
The scheme will stretch you and give you the opportunity to develop your financial management and leadership skills whilst studying for a professional accountancy qualification (ACCA). Designed to develop the next generation of finance leaders you will work in complex, challenging environments in partnership with clinicians and other professionals.
Trainees will be supported through formal activities, opportunistic events and be guided by their Graduate Lead. It is expected that the level of responsibility and degree of difficulty / complexity of the work required from trainees will increase over the duration of the programme.
Main duties of the job
If successful, you will be appointed to a finance role in one of our NHS Wales organisations for the duration of the scheme commencing September 2027. For 2027 cohort we expect to have vacancies in the North, West and South of Wales.
As learning is best achieved through putting theory into practice it will be no surprise that the vast majority of time will be based within the finance department of your employing organisation. There you will rotate through a number of placements to gain experience and a solid grounding in all aspects of NHS finance. In addition, there are some centrally provided placements on core financial services such as accounts payable and payroll, provided centrally by the Shared Services Partnership. There are also placements in other NHS Wales organisations to broaden your experience in year 2 and year 3.
You will study for an accredited professional accountancy qualification (ACCA) over 3 years and will be expected to achieve this qualification in order to graduate from the scheme. You can expect first class training and mentor support and a generous study package.
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Please see the Graduate Scheme Supporting Information link opposite which has a lot of useful information to support your application, including a FAQ’s page and links to our website https://financeacademy.nhs.wales/
If you have any additional queries, please contact the Financial Management Graduate Team at the Finance Academy email address: finance.academy@wales.nhs.uk
Working for our organisation
At NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership we expect everyone to embrace our values of Listening and Learning, Working Together, Taking Responsibility and Innovating.
Our organisation encourages an agile working approach and we pride ourselves on being a learning organisation motivated by continuous improvement.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion, focussing on the wellbeing and belonging of our people.
Excellent customer service is something we strive for, for both our internal and external customers.
Offering a comprehensive benefits package, there is something for everyone. To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process please visit https://nwssp.nhs.wales/working-for-us/
NWSSP work in an agile way where possible, all posts will have a contractual base but as part of agile ways of working that may mean working from home and other locations. We also look at how we balance flexibility with community, and how to manage opportunities to learn from each other.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
As an inclusive finance team, we are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming environment for all employees, with a strong focus on Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). With the support of the NHS Wales Finance Academy, we strive to ensure that everyone, regardless of background, has the opportunity to thrive and succeed. You can find more information by copying and pasting the following link into your browser: https://financeacademy.nhs.wales/developing-nhs-wales-finance/
Application For This Programme Close At Midnight On Sunday 1 November 2026. Please See Below Important Dates You Will Need To Be Aware Of, If Successful At An Earlier Stage
- Skills Assessment (Online): Wednesday 11 November – Wednesday 18 November 2026
- Video Interview (Online): Thursday 26 November – Wednesday 2 December 2026
- Interview (In person): Wednesday 13 January 2027 - Please note an online test will be required to be completed prior to interview
- Assessment Centre (In person): Wednesday 27 January or Thursday 28 January or Friday 29 January 2027
You Can Find Further Information, Including a Careers Pathway Brochure, Success Profiles We Will Be Using To Assess You Throughout This Recruitment And Stories From Our Current Graduates On Our Website By Copying And Pasting The Following Link Into Your Browser Bar
https://financeacademy.nhs.wales/nhs-wales-finance-careers/financial-management-graduate-scheme/
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Important Information
This is a Fixed Term Contract/secondment for 3 years with performance reviews and possible extension of 10 months . If you are interested in applying for this post as a secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
This role does not meet the requirements of sponsorship for a visa, please be advised that all offers of employment are subject to evidence of right to work in the UK.
Person specification
Other
Essential criteria
- There is a requirement to regularly attend the office, in person, in line with expectations of the service, please confirm you are able to do this.
Skills And Abilities
Essential criteria
- Ability to prioritise and manage own workload to deadlines and under time pressure.
- Ability to analyse complex data and identify key issues from a range of difference sources.
- Drive, initiative and ability to be proactive. Determination to deliver improvement and results.
- Effective influencing and negotiation skills.
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of building effective relationships and collaborative working within a team or group of people.
- Experience in working with a range of different people from different backgrounds and interests.
Qualifications And Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Educated to Degree level – minimum UK 2:2 or foreign equivalent by July 2027.
We are committed to flexible working and equal opportunities.
If you are short listed for interview you will be contacted by email using the email address with which you registered. Please ensure that you check your email account regularly.
Prior consideration for this vacancy will be given to staff awaiting redeployment. We therefore reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any stage.
When applying for this post it is essential that you read the Job Description and Person Specification (where available) and demonstrate how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the person specification. Only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted.
To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK. If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.
Applicant requirements
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
- JDPS English (PDF, 496.3KB)
- Disgrifiad Swydd a Manyleb y Person – Cohort 2027 (PDF, 472.4KB)
- OH Form- IG Ffurflen (PDF, 648.5KB)
- Privacy Notice for NHS Wales Finance Academy- Grad Intake 2027 - Billingual (PDF, 330.9KB)
- NWSSP Recruitment Services Privacy Notice (PDF, 404.2KB)
- NWSSP - About Us (PDF, 6.6MB)
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