NHS Wales Financial Management Graduate

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.

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

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/

Applications 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/

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.

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.

Other

Essential: - 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

Experience

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential: - Educated to Degree level - minimum UK 2:2 or foreign equivalent by July 2027.