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Introduction

Contents

The Times 100 Careers Guide is a resource for both Careers Advisors and students on the latest opportunities within innovative companiesfrom various sectors. The Guides purpose is to provide an overview of the business, featuring where and how to apply for a wide selection ofpositions at different levels. It shows at a glance where particular opportunities are available for comparison and makes it easy for students tosee what options are on offer. The information can also be viewed online at www.businesscasestudies.co.uk/career-info

Where an entry shows the STEM icon , this means the company involved is relevant for students following or interested in STEM subjects.

Other resourcesThe Times 100 has been providing educational resources for many years. The Times 100 Business Case Studies gives real life examplesof business in practice for use within the classroom to support the Business Studies curriculum. www.businesscasestudies.co.uk

Alphabetical list of companies

ACCA the global body for professional accountants 2

Aldi a global supermarket focused on providing great value and quality 5

ARM the worlds leading semiconductor intellectual property supplier 7

Asda the UKs second largest supermarket offering a variety of services, food and non-food products 9

Capco a leading international consultancy for the financial services industry 11

CIMA an internationally recognised professional body for management accountancy 13

Enterprise Rent-A-Car an international car rental company 14

GE Oil & Gas one of the key players in the global energy market 15

Harrods the world famous department store in Knightsbridge, London 17

Hewden the number one plant hire and equipment rental company in the UK 21

IMI a global engineering group focused on the precise control and movement of fluids in critical applications 22

Johnson Matthey a global speciality chemicals company 24

Kelloggs the worlds leading producer of breakfast cereals 27

National Grid an international electricity and gas company 29

The National Skills Academy for Power an organisation driving excellence in skills in the power sector 33

NATS a global leader in air traffic control and airport performance 34

Nestl the worlds leading nutrition, health and wellness company 37

OPITO an organisation linking people to careers within the oil and gas industry 38

Portakabin industry leaders in prefabricated, portable and modular building solutions 40

Sheffield Forgemasters International a world leader in supplying total engineering packages 41

Tesco the UKs largest food retailer offering a variety of services, food and non-food products 44

UNISON the UKs biggest public service trade union 47

Virgin Media a company that provides fixed and mobile telephone, television and broadband services 48

Whitbread the power behind some of the UKs most successful hospitality brands 52

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Typical roles and qualifications

If you are a school leaver with a minimum of three GCSEs and two A Levels, in five separate subjects including maths and

English or if you have equivalent qualifications, you can start studying the ACCA Qualification straight away.

The ACCA Qualification is broadly equivalent to degree standard when you take the first nine papers (the Fundamentals

level). When you take the Professionals level, it is equivalent to a masters degree.

Our foundation level suite of awards is suitable for school leavers aged 16 and over, who have no previous qualifications. It

is the perfect stepping stone towards a rewarding career, and allows you to progress through a range of qualifications that

build up your skills and knowledge. This boosts your CV and can impress future employers, and allow you to move on to

studying for the ACCA Qualification.

The awards within our foundations level are broadly equivalent to GCSE level and a degree or HND programme.

ACCA has an exclusive partnership with Oxford Brookes University, so you can also gain a BSc (Hons) in Applied

Accounting, which is available exclusively to ACCA students who wish to obtain a degree while studying towards the

ACCA Qualification.

However, if you are a graduate with a relevant degree, exemptions may mean fewer exams to sit.

For more information please visit: www.accaglobal.com/bsc

The ACCA Qualification closely links practical experience to your studies, and you need to complete three years relevant

work experience to become an ACCA member, as well as completing the Professional Ethics module.

Internships at university can count towards the practical experience requirements of the qualification and enhance

employability. As the qualification isn't tied into a training contract, you can take your hard work with you whenever you

move jobs.

Entry level

GCSE/A-level

Standard Grade/

Highers

Apprenticeships

Graduate &

Post-graduate

training programme

Work placements and

qualifications

combined

ContactOrganisation name: Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

Address: ACCA UK, 29 Lincoln's Inn Fields, London WC2A 3EE

Tel: (0)141 582 2000

Email: [email protected]

www.accaglobal.com/ukgraduates or www.accacareers.com

Work in any sector, any industry, anywhere in the world.

ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is the global body

for professional accountants. Qualifying with ACCA is your first step towards a

successful career in accountancy, business and finance. Whatever your

ambitions are in the business world, a background in accountancy will ensure

that you are equipped to achieve them. The ACCA Qualification will provide you

with the skills and knowledge you need to build a career full of opportunity,

diversity and rewards.

Careers in accounting, business and finance with the ACCA Qualification


Careers in accounting, business and finance with the ACCA Qualification Employee profiles


Where will your journey lead you? Whether your career takes you into the fashion industry or forensic accounting, whether you work in the UK or abroad, the ACCA

Qualification is flexible, robust and respected by employers around the world.

Name: Shaz Horaib

Education: Biochemistry, Oxford University

Occupation: Trainee auditor, KPMG

I like the flexibility of the ACCA syllabus; there are many different ways to study and many high quality centres tostudy with. The ACCA Qualification is highly respected in the accounting profession, and most of the clients I workwith have employees studying ACCA.

You can work and train in any sector, giving you the freedom to pick the path that you want to. Accountants are always in demand, even in a

recession, and ACCA sets a syllabus that ensures you get a solid grounding in all areas of finance before specialising at the end. Our flexible

approach puts you in charge of your future, and ACCA is the only professional body to offer option modules, allowing you to steer your

career in the direction you want.

Name: Enamul Khan

Education: Accounting & Finance, Northampton University

Occupation: Trainee accountant, Accounts Assist

My clients come from all areas of business. I work with medical consultancies, management consultancies, soletraders and salons, to name just a few. On a typical day, I could find myself doing accounts preparation, VAT returns, taxreturns, or just dealing with queries from clients. I cant just know the facts I need to be a business advisor as well.

ACCA has over 432,000 students and 154,000 members in 170 countries. We work through a network of over 80 offices and centres and

8,400 Approved Employers worldwide, who provide high standards of employee learning and development. With the ACCA Qualification, you

can apply for finance roles in any sector, in any business, anywhere in the world.

Name: Chris Ellison

Education: Accounting & Finance, Leeds Metropolitan University

Occupation: Divisional finance manager medicine, Wrightington, Wigan & Leigh NHS Foundation Trust

Whilst at university I explored all of the qualifications open to me and the ACCA one stood out as being progressiveand giving the most rounded view of accountancy. It did not appear to pigeonhole to a specific sector, membershipnumbers were on the up and I liked the look of the curriculum. For example, I completed my ACCA Qualification as an

auditor in the private sector but I now apply my skills within the public sector.

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If you are a school leaver with a minimum of three GCSEs and two A Levels, in five separate subjects including maths and

English or if you have equivalent qualifications, you can start studying the ACCA Qualification straight away.

The ACCA Qualification is broadly equivalent to degree standard when you take the first nine papers (the Fundamentals

level). When you take the Professionals level, it is equivalent to a masters degree.

Our foundation level suite of awards is suitable for school leavers aged 16 and over, who have no previous qualifications. It

is the perfect stepping stone towards a rewarding career, and allows you to progress through a range of qualifications that

build up your skills and knowledge. This boosts your CV and can impress future employers, and allow you to move on to

studying for the ACCA Qualification.

The awards within our foundations level are broadly equivalent to GCSE level and a degree or HND programme.

ACCA has an exclusive partnership with Oxford Brookes University, so you can also gain a BSc (Hons) in Applied

Accounting, which is available exclusively to ACCA students who wish to obtain a degree while studying towards the

ACCA Qualification.

However, if you are a graduate with a relevant degree, exemptions may mean fewer exams to sit.

For more information please visit: www.accaglobal.com/bsc

The ACCA Qualification closely links practical experience to your studies, and you need to complete three years relevant

work experience to become an ACCA member, as well as completing the Professional Ethics module.

Internships at university can count towards the practical experience requirements of the qualification and enhance

employability. As the qualification isn't tied into a training contract, you can take your hard work with you whenever you

move jobs.

Entry level

GCSE/A-level

Standard Grade/

Highers

Apprenticeships

Graduate &

Post-graduate

training programme

Work placements and

qualifications

combined

ContactOrganisation name: Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

Address: ACCA UK, 29 Lincoln's Inn Fields, London WC2A 3EE

Tel: (0)141 582 2000


www.accaglobal.com/ukgraduates or www.accacareers.com

Work in any sector, any industry, anywhere in the world.

ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is the global body

for professional accountants. Qualifying with ACCA is your first step towards a

successful career in accountancy, business and finance. Whatever your

ambitions are in the business world, a background in accountancy will ensure

that you are equipped to achieve them. The ACCA Qualification will provide you

with the skills and knowledge you need to build a career full of opportunity,

diversity and rewards.

Careers in accounting, business and finance with the ACCA Qualification


Careers in accounting, business and finance with the ACCA Qualification Employee profiles


Where will your journey lead you? Whether your career takes you into the fashion industry or forensic accounting, whether you work in the UK or abroad, the ACCA

Qualification is flexible, robust and respected by employers around the world.

Name: Shaz Horaib

Education: Biochemistry, Oxford University

Occupation: Trainee auditor, KPMG

I like the flexibility of the ACCA syllabus; there are many different ways to study and many high quality centres tostudy with. The ACCA Qualification is highly respected in the accounting profession, and most of the clients I workwith have employees studying ACCA.

You can work and train in any sector, giving you the freedom to pick the path that you want to. Accountants are always in demand, even in a

recession, and ACCA sets a syllabus that ensures you get a solid grounding in all areas of finance before specialising at the end. Our flexible

approach puts you in charge of your future, and ACCA is the only professional body to offer option modules, allowing you to steer your

career in the direction you want.

Name: Enamul Khan

Education: Accounting & Finance, Northampton University

Occupation: Trainee accountant, Accounts Assist

My clients come from all areas of business. I work with medical consultancies, management consultancies, soletraders and salons, to name just a few. On a typical day, I could find myself doing accounts preparation, VAT returns, taxreturns, or just dealing with queries from clients. I cant just know the facts I need to be a business advisor as well.

ACCA has over 432,000 students and 154,000 members in 170 countries. We work through a network of over 80 offices and centres and

8,400 Approved Employers worldwide, who provide high standards of employee learning and development. With the ACCA Qualification, you

can apply for finance roles in any sector, in any business, anywhere in the world.

Name: Chris Ellison

Education: Accounting & Finance, Leeds Metropolitan University

Occupation: Divisional finance manager medicine, Wrightington, Wigan & Leigh NHS Foundation Trust

Whilst at university I explored all of the qualifications open to me and the ACCA one stood out as being progressiveand giving the most rounded view of accountancy. It did not appear to pigeonhole to a specific sector, membershipnumbers were on the up and I liked the look of the curriculum. For example, I completed my ACCA Qualification as an

auditor in the private sector but I now apply my skills within the public sector.

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Employee profiles

Work in any sector, in any industry, anywhere in the worldThe breadth and depth of the ACCA Qualification makes it the perfect platform to launch any business career, and you will have the

opportunity to become the complete finance professional that employers are now demanding. ACCAs combination of technical exams,

practical hands-on experience and ethics gives you everything you need to begin your journey.

Name: Helen Gunnell

Education: Economics, Nottingham Trent University

Occupation: Audit executive, Ernst & Young

There are so many opportunities available to accountants, there are so many interesting roles within the professionand you have the opportunity to meet a wide range of people. It is good to know that working overseas is an optionit also opens up the possibility of short term secondments to other countries which is a very exciting prospect.

Name: David Hilton

Education: Business Studies, University of Plymouth

Occupation: Director, Forensic advisory services, KPMG LLP USA

ACCA has always had a commitment to the global harmonisation of accountancy. As an ACCA member, I havefound this everywhere I have worked. In my career I have lived and worked in London, Shanghai and Washington. Ineach city ACCA has a network of members with whom to share ideas and obtain support. It is a truly international

qualification, and I am now a director in the forensic advisory services practice at KPMG LLP, based in the USA.Name: Olaitan Fanimokun

Education: Finance & Accounting, Brunel University

Occupation: Team leader, financial accounts, Mercedes-Benz

By choosing a career in finance I was able to cover lots of topics, like law, tax, audit, financial reporting, professionalethicsthey are all covered by the ACCA Qualification. Mercedes-Benz prides itself in offering exciting career opportunities,and I knew I would gain the skills I needed to be successful with them by undertaking the ACCA Qualification.

Name: Kelechi Oluigbo

Education: Accounting & Finance, London South Bank University

Occupation: Credit derivatives analyst, Leading global investment bank

For me, the global recognition and respect ACCA enjoys was a crucial factor; the bank I work for has offices in all theworlds major financial centres and an active global mobility programme. I want to be in a position to take advantage ofopportunities overseas if and when they arise, or to proactively seek them out if I want to get international experience under

my belt. I also liked the emphasis ACCA placed on ethics and professional development.



If you're practical and a friendly team player who likes working in a fast-paced environment, but also likes thinking foryourself, then we have Store Assistant opportunities nationwide. Benefits include: From 15 hours per week Competitive rates of pay 24 days' paid holiday Full training Opportunities to progress to Assistant Store Management (23k - 30k after training)

We also have opportunities in warehouse logistics.

For more details please visit: www.careers.aldirecruitment.co.uk/store-opportunities/index.asp

If you show the enthusiasm and drive you need to get on the Aldi Apprentice Scheme, from day one you'll find out whatAldi is all about. In year 1 you will complete Store Assistant training and achieve Retail Apprenticeship Level 2. In years 2 &3 you will progress through the Store Manager training programme to achieve Retail Apprenticeship Level 3 throughconsistent high standards of work and effort. Benefits include: Industry leading salary 28 days annual leave Opportunity to progress to Store Management after asuccessful 3 year period with a starting salary of 26,500

For more details please visit: www.apprentice.aldirecruitment.co.uk

Were looking for exceptional people. Aldi offer one of the most challenging, rewarding and sought-after training programmesin the UK. We have the awards to prove it. Of the top 100 Graduate Employers in the UK, were currently at No.6.The training covers the complete spectrum of management, from store operations, product trading, financial administration,logistics and property management. Benefits include: 40K starting salary that rises in stages to 65,500 after four years Fully expensed Audi A4 Pension scheme Private healthcare Life assurance Five weeks holiday Fantastic career prospects includinginternational secondment opportunitiesDesirable degree: minimum 2:1

For more details please visit: www.graduates.aldirecruitment.co.uk

Your retail placement is a 1 year course. You'll do everything, from stacking shelves to shadowing a Store Manager. Evenoccasionally stepping into their shoes to order stock, deal with customers and motivate the store team. Benefits include: 25,000 salary 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays The opportunity to apply for a place onAldis award-winning Area Management Training Programme

For more details please visit: www.placement.aldirecruitment.co.uk

Entry level

GCSE/AlevelStandard Grade/Highers

Apprenticeships

Graduate &Post-graduatetraining programme

Work placementswith combinedqualifications

ContactOrganisation name: Aldi Stores Limited

Address: Holly Lane, Atherstone, Warwickshire, CV9 2SQ

www.aldirecruitment.co.uk

A tale of unrivalled success. Thats the Aldi story, with over

7,000 stores worldwide and continuing expansion throughout

Europe, North America and Australia. The prospects for the

future are hugely exciting as we continue to make a major

investment in new stores, logistics and, most importantly, in

people. We're one of the fastest-growing dynamic companies

in the UK (and the world) today.

Our success relies on the quality of our people, starting with

the recruitment of this countrys brightest talent.

Share in the success


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Employee profiles

Work in any sector, in any industry, anywhere in the worldThe breadth and depth of the ACCA Qualification makes it the perfect platform to launch any business career, and you will have the

opportunity to become the complete finance professional that employers are now demanding. ACCAs combination of technical exams,

practical hands-on experience and ethics gives you everything you need to begin your journey.

Name: Helen Gunnell

Education: Economics, Nottingham Trent University

Occupation: Audit executive, Ernst & Young

There are so many opportunities available to accountants, there are so many interesting roles within the professionand you have the opportunity to meet a wide range of people. It is good to know that working overseas is an optionit also opens up the possibility of short term secondments to other countries which is a very exciting prospect.

Name: David Hilton

Education: Business Studies, University of Plymouth

Occupation: Director, Forensic advisory services, KPMG LLP USA

ACCA has always had a commitment to the global harmonisation of accountancy. As an ACCA member, I havefound this everywhere I have worked. In my career I have lived and worked in London, Shanghai and Washington. Ineach city ACCA has a network of members with whom to share ideas and obtain support. It is a truly international

qualification, and I am now a director in the forensic advisory services practice at KPMG LLP, based in the USA.Name: Olaitan Fanimokun

Education: Finance & Accounting, Brunel University

Occupation: Team leader, financial accounts, Mercedes-Benz

By choosing a career in finance I was able to cover lots of topics, like law, tax, audit, financial reporting, professionalethicsthey are all covered by the ACCA Qualification. Mercedes-Benz prides itself in offering exciting career opportunities,and I knew I would gain the skills I needed to be successful with them by undertaking the ACCA Qualification.

Name: Kelechi Oluigbo

Education: Accounting & Finance, London South Bank University

Occupation: Credit derivatives analyst, Leading global investment bank

For me, the global recognition and respect ACCA enjoys was a crucial factor; the bank I work for has offices in all theworlds major financial centres and an active global mobility programme. I want to be in a position to take advantage ofopportunities overseas if and when they arise, or to proactively seek them out if I want to get international experience under

my belt. I also liked the emphasis ACCA placed on ethics and professional development.



If you're practical and a friendly team player who likes working in a fast-paced environment, but also likes thinking foryourself, then we have Store Assistant opportunities nationwide. Benefits include: From 15 hours per week Competitive rates of pay 24 days' paid holiday Full training Opportunities to progress to Assistant Store Management (23k - 30k after training)

We also have opportunities in warehouse logistics.

For more details please visit: www.careers.aldirecruitment.co.uk/store-opportunities/index.asp

If you show the enthusiasm and drive you need to get on the Aldi Apprentice Scheme, from day one you'll find out whatAldi is all about. In year 1 you will complete Store Assistant training and achieve Retail Apprenticeship Level 2. In years 2 &3 you will progress through the Store Manager training programme to achieve Retail Apprenticeship Level 3 throughconsistent high standards of work and effort. Benefits include: Industry leading salary 28 days annual leave Opportunity to progress to Store Management after asuccessful 3 year period with a starting salary of 26,500

For more details please visit: www.apprentice.aldirecruitment.co.uk

Were looking for exceptional people. Aldi offer one of the most challenging, rewarding and sought-after training programmesin the UK. We have the awards to prove it. Of the top 100 Graduate Employers in the UK, were currently at No.6.The training covers the complete spectrum of management, from store operations, product trading, financial administration,logistics and property management. Benefits include: 40K starting salary that rises in stages to 65,500 after four years Fully expensed Audi A4 Pension scheme Private healthcare Life assurance Five weeks holiday Fantastic career prospects includinginternational secondment opportunitiesDesirable degree: minimum 2:1

For more details please visit: www.graduates.aldirecruitment.co.uk

Your retail placement is a 1 year course. You'll do everything, from stacking shelves to shadowing a Store Manager. Evenoccasionally stepping into their shoes to order stock, deal with customers and motivate the store team. Benefits include: 25,000 salary 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays The opportunity to apply for a place onAldis award-winning Area Management Training Programme

For more details please visit: www.placement.aldirecruitment.co.uk

Entry level


Apprenticeships



ContactOrganisation name: Aldi Stores Limited

Address: Holly Lane, Atherstone, Warwickshire, CV9 2SQ

www.aldirecruitment.co.uk

A tale of unrivalled success. Thats the Aldi story, with over

7,000 stores worldwide and continuing expansion throughout

Europe, North America and Australia. The prospects for the

future are hugely exciting as we continue to make a major

investment in new stores, logistics and, most importantly, in

people. We're one of the fastest-growing dynamic companies

in the UK (and the world) today.

Our success relies on the quality of our people, starting with

the recruitment of this countrys brightest talent.

Share in the success


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What our people like about working at Aldi


Sam, Aldi Apprentice

Having found the Aldi Apprenticeship Scheme on the Government Apprentice website, I quickly discovered that it had the opportunities Iwas looking for. After a thorough application process I was off and running. The fast pace of the role is really exciting with lots of chances to

learn new and useful skills. As well as the on-the-job training, there is also studying towards a recognised qualification that I can fit around

work. I am really enjoying the chance to get ahead and would recommend anyone thinking of this scheme to go ahead and apply.Emily, Aldi Apprentice

After attending college I was looking for an opportunity that would allow me to use my customer service skills and the Aldi Apprenticeshiphas given me just that. I found the scheme on the Apprenticeships website and haven't looked back since. The application process was

straightforward and I found everyone I met really helpful, there was a lot of competition for places so you really need to want to succeed. I

really feel part of the store team, it can be challenging but it is well worth it.Adam, Aldi Retail Placement

The placement offers a great opportunity to be exposed to every aspect of the business. The level of responsibility that other placementschemes offered was nowhere near the level of responsibility that Aldi were going to offer me.

I viewed it as a year-long interview, so it was a great opportunity for the business to get to know me and me to get to know them. I came

away from it learning a lot more about myself and what I was capable of doing in the workplace.

The most challenging part of the experience was being asked to go in and lead teams of people who had a lot more experience than I had.

One thing the scheme definitely did was make me feel like a valued member of Aldi's team. I would sum up my experience as challenging,

rewarding and inspiring. Having successfully completed my Retail Placement I went onto the Graduate Area Manager programme and have

now made it to be a Buying Director.



Not offered

Not offered

The aim of our Graduate Development Programme is to develop potential and expand the opportunities on offer tograduates giving an incredible variety of potential career paths. We support continuous learning and development througha blend of on-the-job and formal training, mentoring and a knowledge network, while encouraging graduates to achieveprofessional chartered status.

Desirable degree subjects include: Electrical and Electronic Engineering, General Engineering, Computer Science,IT, Maths and Physics.

Benefits include: Starting salary for technical roles - 28,000 Annual bonus scheme Restricted share units Pension Life insurance Relocation expenses as appropriate

At ARM we offer placements across our business that will enable students to build the key skills needed for futureemployment. Students will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects that will challenge and help develop theirabilities. There are opportunities in R&D, Engineering, Marketing, HR, IT and Corporate Responsibility.

If you are currently studying a BEng or MEng in Electronics or Electronic Engineering at a UK Electronic Skills Foundation(UKESF) partner university, you may be eligible to apply for an industrial scholarship from ARM.

Entry level


Apprenticeships



ContactOrganisation name: ARM

Address: 110 Fulbourn Road, Cambridge, CB1 9NJ, UK

Tel: +44 (1223) 400 400

www.arm.com/about/careers

If you own a mobile phone, camera or MP3 player, the chances are that you regularly use an ARM Powered

product. Our technology is at the heart of a wide range of digital products for use at home, work or on themove. Founded in 1990, as Advanced RISC Machines Ltd, ARM began life as a UK-based joint venturebetween Apple Computer, Acorn Computer Group and VLSI Technology. Apple and VLSI both providedfunding, while Acorn supplied the technology. There were 12 founding ARM engineers, who set themselvesthe bold objective that everyone worldwide should own at least one product based on ARM technology.Today, ARM is the worlds leading semiconductor intellectual property (IP) supplier. Headquartered inCambridge, UK, ARM has grown rapidly and now has over 2,500 employees across the world.

ARM prides itself on being one of the best employers in the UK and globally. The company is building on thisreputation by attracting top university talent through a range of schemes that are highly regarded by theindustry. ARM has a distinct culture that is based on global collaboration, teamwork and fun. Being such adiverse, dynamic and multinational company, it offers a wide spectrum of career paths and the promise thatno two days are ever the same.

Working at ARM

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What our people like about working at Aldi


Sam, Aldi Apprentice

Having found the Aldi Apprenticeship Scheme on the Government Apprentice website, I quickly discovered that it had the opportunities Iwas looking for. After a thorough application process I was off and running. The fast pace of the role is really exciting with lots of chances to

learn new and useful skills. As well as the on-the-job training, there is also studying towards a recognised qualification that I can fit around

work. I am really enjoying the chance to get ahead and would recommend anyone thinking of this scheme to go ahead and apply.Emily, Aldi Apprentice

After attending college I was looking for an opportunity that would allow me to use my customer service skills and the Aldi Apprenticeshiphas given me just that. I found the scheme on the Apprenticeships website and haven't looked back since. The application process was

straightforward and I found everyone I met really helpful, there was a lot of competition for places so you really need to want to succeed. I

really feel part of the store team, it can be challenging but it is well worth it.Adam, Aldi Retail Placement

The placement offers a great opportunity to be exposed to every aspect of the business. The level of responsibility that other placementschemes offered was nowhere near the level of responsibility that Aldi were going to offer me.

I viewed it as a year-long interview, so it was a great opportunity for the business to get to know me and me to get to know them. I came

away from it learning a lot more about myself and what I was capable of doing in the workplace.

The most challenging part of the experience was being asked to go in and lead teams of people who had a lot more experience than I had.

One thing the scheme definitely did was make me feel like a valued member of Aldi's team. I would sum up my experience as challenging,

rewarding and inspiring. Having successfully completed my Retail Placement I went onto the Graduate Area Manager programme and have

now made it to be a Buying Director.



Not offered

Not offered

The aim of our Graduate Development Programme is to develop potential and expand the opportunities on offer tograduates giving an incredible variety of potential career paths. We support continuous learning and development througha blend of on-the-job and formal training, mentoring and a knowledge network, while encouraging graduates to achieveprofessional chartered status.

Desirable degree subjects include: Electrical and Electronic Engineering, General Engineering, Computer Science,IT, Maths and Physics.

Benefits include: Starting salary for technical roles - 28,000 Annual bonus scheme Restricted share units Pension Life insurance Relocation expenses as appropriate

At ARM we offer placements across our business that will enable students to build the key skills needed for futureemployment. Students will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects that will challenge and help develop theirabilities. There are opportunities in R&D, Engineering, Marketing, HR, IT and Corporate Responsibility.

If you are currently studying a BEng or MEng in Electronics or Electronic Engineering at a UK Electronic Skills Foundation(UKESF) partner university, you may be eligible to apply for an industrial scholarship from ARM.

Entry level


Apprenticeships



ContactOrganisation name: ARM

Address: 110 Fulbourn Road, Cambridge, CB1 9NJ, UK

Tel: +44 (1223) 400 400

www.arm.com/about/careers

If you own a mobile phone, camera or MP3 player, the chances are that you regularly use an ARM Powered

product. Our technology is at the heart of a wide range of digital products for use at home, work or on themove. Founded in 1990, as Advanced RISC Machines Ltd, ARM began life as a UK-based joint venturebetween Apple Computer, Acorn Computer Group and VLSI Technology. Apple and VLSI both providedfunding, while Acorn supplied the technology. There were 12 founding ARM engineers, who set themselvesthe bold objective that everyone worldwide should own at least one product based on ARM technology.Today, ARM is the worlds leading semiconductor intellectual property (IP) supplier. Headquartered inCambridge, UK, ARM has grown rapidly and now has over 2,500 employees across the world.

ARM prides itself on being one of the best employers in the UK and globally. The company is building on thisreputation by attracting top university talent through a range of schemes that are highly regarded by theindustry. ARM has a distinct culture that is based on global collaboration, teamwork and fun. Being such adiverse, dynamic and multinational company, it offers a wide spectrum of career paths and the promise thatno two days are ever the same.

Working at ARM


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Employee profile


Robert: Research Engineer

My PhD was in embedded systems and as ARM is the biggest organisation in this area Ithought why not go for the big boys first! I had the opportunity for a placement in research &

development, which gave me the chance to work in the same area that I did my PhD

research in.

With the wide range of training that is available you know your learning will not stand still at

ARM. I have already received management training and I will soon have an intern to supervise

for a summer placement. This is a great opportunity to develop some leadership skills early in

my career. I also had the opportunity to attend some conferences and this year I will attend

the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF). There is always something big happening when

working here, at the leading edge of technology. You are involved in this work and you can

see the future taking shape all around you.

ARM is a great place to learn and develop. People are approachable, friendly and happy to

share information and their expertise. There is a lot of opportunity to work with other groups

and world leaders in their fields, which you might not get in other companies. There are also

opportunities to move around the company if you see something that you want to get

involved with. At ARM there is always something going on to help you build a personal

network, such as social gatherings including barbecues and lots of fundraising events.

I am now working as a graduate research engineer at ARM and have the freedom to explore

any ideas that I feel are relevant. I work in a small group of engineers and we have a lot of

responsibility; this includes deciding what is appropriate for us to research. I'm currently

responsible for developing a major update to an existing product used by thousands of

people worldwide. This update is really fun to work on and I've been given complete freedom

in its design. Once completed, the update could potentially be included in billions of ARM-

based chips worldwide.

By joining ARM you will play a part in the companys success. ARM is big enough that it is

making a difference but small enough for everyone to contribute.


Asda offers a huge range of opportunities across all areas of the business including retail, distribution and Head Office.Within retail this could be anything from optometry or pharmacy through to a range of positions in not just our traditionalSuperstores but also our Asda Living, George and Home Shopping operations.

Our Distribution Centres encompass ambient, chilled, general merchandise and George clothing, and range from traditionalDistribution Centres through to state-of-the-art automated facilities. At our Head Offices we have an enormous range offunctions, from merchandising to procurement, and HR to IT to name but a few.

Benefits include: Competitive salary Colleague discount Bonuses Flexible working Private health cover Pension Sharesave plan

Having worked through the first four weeks of the job specific training, opportunities are available to all eligible colleagues tocomplete an apprenticeship in level 2 or level 3.

Benefits include: Colleagues can learn while they earn, gaining a nationally recognised certificate.

Theres one purpose behind our graduate schemes: to fast track and develop our future leaders. Theres no limit to how faryou can go at Asda. So you can expect to learn at pace, developing your leadership skills through ongoing behavioural andtechnical development. These have been designed to enable you to reach a senior role within three to five years.

Benefits include: Competitive salary with twice yearly pay reviews 24 days' holiday (increasing annually) 10% off yourAsda shopping Annual bonus scheme Sharesave plan Stakeholder pension Discounted airport parking Free eye tests at Asda opticians Great value dental and health cover Childcare vouchers to help with childcare costs Discounted travel insurance

Desirable degrees: any degree discipline is considered for our graduate programmes.

We offer summer internships in our finance department as well as 1-year industrial placements for many of our Head Officefunctions.

We also offer work experience to 14-16 year olds through our 'adopt a school' scheme. This can be for one or two weeksand provides you with a real taste of what its like to work in retail.

We have a set training plan to make sure you learn as much as possible and get stuck in. Our work experience programmeis accredited so you can also get a certificate that counts!

To find out more and apply online go to:www.asda.jobs/stores/starting-the-journey/work-experience/about-work-experience

Entry level


Apprenticeships



ContactOrganisation name: Asda

Address: Asda House, Great Wilson Street, Leeds, LS11 5AD

www.asda.jobs

Asda is a multi-award winning retailer and in June 2013 was voted Britains Favourite Supermarketfor the third year in a row. We employ over 175,000 colleagues in stores, Home Offices, HomeShopping Centres and Distribution Centres, throughout the UK, including Northern Ireland.

'Saving you money every day' is more than just a strapline - it's our sole purpose. We strive tomake life better for people by offering fantastic products at extraordinary prices, supported by ourdedicated teams of colleagues. Youll find Asda is an exciting and challenging place to work. Wework as one team and live by our four beliefs: Service to our customers Respect for the individual Strive for excellence Act with integrity

Working in retail is a complex and detailed business. As a retailer you can develop skills in:

Business process engineering Service and financial analytics Cost and waste management

Influencing and negotiation skills

Working at Asda


8 9

Employee profile


Robert: Research Engineer

My PhD was in embedded systems and as ARM is the biggest organisation in this area Ithought why not go for the big boys first! I had the opportunity for a placement in research &

development, which gave me the chance to work in the same area that I did my PhD

research in.

With the wide range of training that is available you know your learning will not stand still at

ARM. I have already received management training and I will soon have an intern to supervise

for a summer placement. This is a great opportunity to develop some leadership skills early in

my career. I also had the opportunity to attend some conferences and this year I will attend

the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF). There is always something big happening when

working here, at the leading edge of technology. You are involved in this work and you can

see the future taking shape all around you.

ARM is a great place to learn and develop. People are approachable, friendly and happy to

share information and their expertise. There is a lot of opportunity to work with other groups

and world leaders in their fields, which you might not get in other companies. There are also

opportunities to move around the company if you see something that you want to get

involved with. At ARM there is always something going on to help you build a personal

network, such as social gatherings including barbecues and lots of fundraising events.

I am now working as a graduate research engineer at ARM and have the freedom to explore

any ideas that I feel are relevant. I work in a small group of engineers and we have a lot of

responsibility; this includes deciding what is appropriate for us to research. I'm currently

responsible for developing a major update to an existing product used by thousands of

people worldwide. This update is really fun to work on and I've been given complete freedom

in its design. Once completed, the update could potentially be included in billions of ARM-

based chips worldwide.

By joining ARM you will play a part in the companys success. ARM is big enough that it is

making a difference but small enough for everyone to contribute.


Asda offers a huge range of opportunities across all areas of the business including retail, distribution and Head Office.Within retail this could be anything from optometry or pharmacy through to a range of positions in not just our traditionalSuperstores but also our Asda Living, George and Home Shopping operations.

Our Distribution Centres encompass ambient, chilled, general merchandise and George clothing, and range from traditionalDistribution Centres through to state-of-the-art automated facilities. At our Head Offices we have an enormous range offunctions, from merchandising to procurement, and HR to IT to name but a few.

Benefits include: Competitive salary Colleague discount Bonuses Flexible working Private health cover Pension Sharesave plan

Having worked through the first four weeks of the job specific training, opportunities are available to all eligible colleagues tocomplete an apprenticeship in level 2 or level 3.

Benefits include: Colleagues can learn while they earn, gaining a nationally recognised certificate.

Theres one purpose behind our graduate schemes: to fast track and develop our future leaders. Theres no limit to how faryou can go at Asda. So you can expect to learn at pace, developing your leadership skills through ongoing behavioural andtechnical development. These have been designed to enable you to reach a senior role within three to five years.

Benefits include: Competitive salary with twice yearly pay reviews 24 days' holiday (increasing annually) 10% off yourAsda shopping Annual bonus scheme Sharesave plan Stakeholder pension Discounted airport parking Free eye tests at Asda opticians Great value dental and health cover Childcare vouchers to help with childcare costs Discounted travel insurance

Desirable degrees: any degree discipline is considered for our graduate programmes.

We offer summer internships in our finance department as well as 1-year industrial placements for many of our Head Officefunctions.

We also offer work experience to 14-16 year olds through our 'adopt a school' scheme. This can be for one or two weeksand provides you with a real taste of what its like to work in retail.

We have a set training plan to make sure you learn as much as possible and get stuck in. Our work experience programmeis accredited so you can also get a certificate that counts!

To find out more and apply online go to:www.asda.jobs/stores/starting-the-journey/work-experience/about-work-experience

Entry level


Apprenticeships



ContactOrganisation name: Asda

Address: Asda House, Great Wilson Street, Leeds, LS11 5AD

www.asda.jobs

Asda is a multi-award winning retailer and in June 2013 was voted Britains Favourite Supermarketfor the third year in a row. We employ over 175,000 colleagues in stores, Home Offices, HomeShopping Centres and Distribution Centres, throughout the UK, including Northern Ireland.

'Saving you money every day' is more than just a strapline - it's our sole purpose. We strive tomake life better for people by offering fantastic products at extraordinary prices, supported by ourdedicated teams of colleagues. Youll find Asda is an exciting and challenging place to work. Wework as one team and live by our four beliefs: Service to our customers Respect for the individual Strive for excellence Act with integrity

Working in retail is a complex and detailed business. As a retailer you can develop skills in:

Business process engineering Service and financial analytics Cost and waste management

Influencing and negotiation skills

Working at Asda

10 11

Employee profiles


Sarah Horsley left school with 12 GCSEs and went to college to study A-Levels. Whilst studying she started

working part-time at her local Asda as a Jewellery Assistant. After 12 months of college she realised that she really

wasnt enjoying being in the education system and preferred being in a working environment more. She worked with

a great team of diverse colleagues in an environment that was fun and fulfilling. There were also a lot of people

around her that were progressing, which made her wonder if a part-time job that she enjoyed could become

a career.

Now aged 21, with just under five years service, Sarah works as Section Leader supporting her manager to run a

Home and Leisure department with 40 colleagues. She takes full responsibility for the running of the department in

her managers absence, including being fully responsible for rotas and holiday planning. She recently ran the

department very successfully for three weeks, with the full trust and support of her General Store Manager.

Asda is a very busy and challenging environment to work in. Every day is different. Thats what makes itexciting and fun. Working with customers and colleagues from a variety of backgrounds is what makes each dayso different yet so rewarding - and we have fun! My next step in terms of my progression and development is to

start the Stepping Stones programme because I would love to step up to Department Manager with an ultimate

goal of becoming a General Store Manager.Keren Long started on the George graduate scheme in 1997 and quickly rose through the ranks to Lingerie

Merchandiser, where she took the business from a 15 million to a 50 million per annum division in just 12 months.

Following further promotions she was appointed Trading Manager in 2000, responsible for merchandising across

various departments. After four years, Keren was promoted to Central Operations Manager, managing the

relationships between stores and George House, delivering new wage management processes, communication

tools and conferences. In 2008, she was named Head of Strategy and Change and, in 2010, moved to Bangladesh

to take on her new role as Bangladesh Sourcing Director.

As her first overseas role, Keren was responsible for researching and setting up a new sourcing office that would

support the George UK business. The office grew to 34 colleagues that worked together to raise productivity and

improve efficiency in local factories, while at the same time ensuring the quality and ethical standards of the George

products are maintained. In recognition of her work Keren was named Innovator of the Year at the 2011

Everywoman in Retail Awards. Keren was also commended by the judges for her community work in Bangladesh

where George helped set up the Jamgara HOPE school, providing education to under-privileged children.

After enjoying working overseas Keren has recently taken on the role of director for George Brand Development in

South Africa, launching the George brand within Massmart, a South African business recently acquired by Walmart.

This involves everything from developing local suppliers, customer research to formulate the range for this market,

store design, brand marketing, financial management and logistics a true end-to-end job encompassing

everything Keren has learnt through her career at George so far.

For me working at Asda has always had a family feel and due to its strong values there really is a deep respectfor each other, aspiration for excellence and a focus on the customer. George clothing is focused on deliveringproducts sourced ethically and this aligns with my personal values and has helped support my charitable activities.

It is a great place to work if you want to be heard, want to share ideas and want to make a difference.

Entry level

GCSE/A-levelStandard Grade/Highers

Apprenticeships


Work placementsand qualificationscombined

ContactOrganisation name: Capco

Address: Broadgate West, 9 Appold Street, London, EC2A 2AP

Tel: 020 7426 1500


www.capco.com/careers

Capco is a global business and technology consultancy dedicated solely to the financialservices industry. Our consultants combine innovative thinking with our unrivalled first-handindustry knowledge to deliver solutions in banking, capital markets, insurance, wealth andinvestment management and finance, risk and compliance. As the pressures of regulation,cost reduction and customer expectations grow, we design, build and operate technology forspecific operations and entire organisations.

Our talented people make the Capco difference; developing and delivering solutions to helpsome of the biggest names in the financial services sector become better at what they do.Solutions that break new ground. Thinking that shapes the future. Capco truly values itspeople. Everyone's ideas are heard and embraced and learning is actively encouraged fromclassroom based training to learning on-the-job and via networking. As one employee put ityou learn so much at Capco that a quarter here is like a year in any other company.

Join Capco and help to form the future of finance



Not offered at present


Capcos Associate Talent Programme (ATP) is the entry point into consulting with Capco. After joining the ATP, you willparticipate in Capcos intensive training course, which provides new Associates with experience working in a simulatedproject environment. The course offers an introduction to the global financial services landscape, current risks andregulations, and the foundations of consulting and project delivery.

Once your training concludes, you will be assigned to your first placement and given the opportunity to become an integralmember of a project team. As an Associate, you will be responsible for business analysis and project management acrossmultiple clients and industry specialists as you move across projects. Most importantly, you will have real responsibility fromthe start. This is your opportunity to jump-start your career in financial consultancy.

Benefits: Competitive salary and performance related bonus True meritocracy - there are no specific time frames to theATP programme - once you demonstrate that you can perform at a higher level, you will join the next grade Excellenttraining and development opportunities 25 days holiday with the option to buy/sell holiday Discounted gym membership Cycle to Work Scheme Private medical insurance Group pension plan Life assurance Income protection plan Enhanced maternity leave Childcare Vouchers Employee Assistance ProgrammeDesirable degrees: Minimum 2.1 degree (in any subject - with quantitative backgrounds preferred) or equivalentexperience. 320+ UCAS points desirable.For more details please visit: www.capco.com/careers/capco-associate-talent-program

The Capco Internship Programme provides top talent with an insight and an opportunity to make the first steps towardsbuilding the skills and experience required to become the financial consulting leaders of tomorrow. From day one on ourInternship Programme, you will be given the opportunity to experience what it is like day to day on one of our client-sites,supporting interesting projects and environments. We provide training which covers a variety of topics relevant to the globalfinancial services landscape and gives you an insight into the foundations of consulting and project delivery. Develop,strengthen and expand your skills in an environment where your experiences and contributions are valued and encouraged.Internships run for 10 weeks from July September. Applications open mid-October December. Benefits: Competitive salary Excellent training and development opportunities Opportunity to gain insight into a financialservices consultancy Desirable degrees: Minimum 2.1 degree expected (in any subject - with quantitative backgrounds preferred) or equivalentexperience. 320+ UCAS points desirable.For more details please visit: www.capco.com/careers

10 11

Employee profiles


Sarah Horsley left school with 12 GCSEs and went to college to study A-Levels. Whilst studying she started

working part-time at her local Asda as a Jewellery Assistant. After 12 months of college she realised that she really

wasnt enjoying being in the education system and preferred being in a working environment more. She worked with

a great team of diverse colleagues in an environment that was fun and fulfilling. There were also a lot of people

around her that were progressing, which made her wonder if a part-time job that she enjoyed could become

a career.

Now aged 21, with just under five years service, Sarah works as Section Leader supporting her manager to run a

Home and Leisure department with 40 colleagues. She takes full responsibility for the running of the department in

her managers absence, including being fully responsible for rotas and holiday planning. She recently ran the

department very successfully for three weeks, with the full trust and support of her General Store Manager.

Asda is a very busy and challenging environment to work in. Every day is different. Thats what makes itexciting and fun. Working with customers and colleagues from a variety of backgrounds is what makes each dayso different yet so rewarding - and we have fun! My next step in terms of my progression and development is to

start the Stepping Stones programme because I would love to step up to Department Manager with an ultimate

goal of becoming a General Store Manager.Keren Long started on the George graduate scheme in 1997 and quickly rose through the ranks to Lingerie

Merchandiser, where she took the business from a 15 million to a 50 million per annum division in just 12 months.

Following further promotions she was appointed Trading Manager in 2000, responsible for merchandising across

various departments. After four years, Keren was promoted to Central Operations Manager, managing the

relationships between stores and George House, delivering new wage management processes, communication

tools and conferences. In 2008, she was named Head of Strategy and Change and, in 2010, moved to Bangladesh

to take on her new role as Bangladesh Sourcing Director.

As her first overseas role, Keren was responsible for researching and setting up a new sourcing office that would

support the George UK business. The office grew to 34 colleagues that worked together to raise productivity and

improve efficiency in local factories, while at the same time ensuring the quality and ethical standards of the George

products are maintained. In recognition of her work Keren was named Innovator of the Year at the 2011

Everywoman in Retail Awards. Keren was also commended by the judges for her community work in Bangladesh

where George helped set up the Jamgara HOPE school, providing education to under-privileged children.

After enjoying working overseas Keren has recently taken on the role of director for George Brand Development in

South Africa, launching the George brand within Massmart, a South African business recently acquired by Walmart.

This involves everything from developing local suppliers, customer research to formulate the range for this market,

store design, brand marketing, financial management and logistics a true end-to-end job encompassing

everything Keren has learnt through her career at George so far.

For me working at Asda has always had a family feel and due to its strong values there really is a deep respectfor each other, aspiration for excellence and a focus on the customer. George clothing is focused on deliveringproducts sourced ethically and this aligns with my personal values and has helped support my charitable activities.

It is a great place to work if you want to be heard, want to share ideas and want to make a difference.

Entry level

GCSE/A-levelStandard Grade/Highers

Apprenticeships


Work placementsand qualificationscombined

ContactOrganisation name: Capco

Address: Broadgate West, 9 Appold Street, London, EC2A 2AP

Tel: 020 7426 1500


www.capco.com/careers

Capco is a global business and technology consultancy dedicated solely to the financialservices industry. Our consultants combine innovative thinking with our unrivalled first-handindustry knowledge to deliver solutions in banking, capital markets, insurance, wealth andinvestment management and finance, risk and compliance. As the pressures of regulation,cost reduction and customer expectations grow, we design, build and operate technology forspecific operations and entire organisations.

Our talented people make the Capco difference; developing and delivering solutions to helpsome of the biggest names in the financial services sector become better at what they do.Solutions that break new ground. Thinking that shapes the future. Capco truly values itspeople. Everyone's ideas are heard and embraced and learning is actively encouraged fromclassroom based training to learning on-the-job and via networking. As one employee put ityou learn so much at Capco that a quarter here is like a year in any other company.

Join Capco and help to form the future of finance





Capcos Associate Talent Programme (ATP) is the entry point into consulting with Capco. After joining the ATP, you willparticipate in Capcos intensive training course, which provides new Associates with experience working in a simulatedproject environment. The course offers an introduction to the global financial services landscape, current risks andregulations, and the foundations of consulting and project delivery.

Once your training concludes, you will be assigned to your first placement and given the opportunity to become an integralmember of a project team. As an Associate, you will be responsible for business analysis and project management acrossmultiple clients and industry specialists as you move across projects. Most importantly, you will have real responsibility fromthe start. This is your opportunity to jump-start your career in financial consultancy.

Benefits: Competitive salary and performance related bonus True meritocracy - there are no specific time frames to theATP programme - once you demonstrate that you can perform at a higher level, you will join the next grade Excellenttraining and development opportunities 25 days holiday with the option to buy/sell holiday Discounted gym membership Cycle to Work Scheme Private medical insurance Group pension plan Life assurance Income protection plan Enhanced maternity leave Childcare Vouchers Employee Assistance ProgrammeDesirable degrees: Minimum 2.1 degree (in any subject - with quantitative backgrounds preferred) or equivalentexperience. 320+ UCAS points desirable.For more details please visit: www.capco.com/careers/capco-associate-talent-program

The Capco Internship Programme provides top talent with an insight and an opportunity to make the first steps towardsbuilding the skills and experience required to become the financial consulting leaders of tomorrow. From day one on ourInternship Programme, you will be given the opportunity to experience what it is like day to day on one of our client-sites,supporting interesting projects and environments. We provide training which covers a variety of topics relevant to the globalfinancial services landscape and gives you an insight into the foundations of consulting and project delivery. Develop,strengthen and expand your skills in an environment where your experiences and contributions are valued and encouraged.Internships run for 10 weeks from July September. Applications open mid-October December. Benefits: Competitive salary Excellent training and development opportunities Opportunity to gain insight into a financialservices consultancy Desirable degrees: Minimum 2.1 degree expected (in any subject - with quantitative backgrounds preferred) or equivalentexperience. 320+ UCAS points desirable.For more details please visit: www.capco.com/careers

12 13

Employee profiles


I joined Capco as an Associate in June 2012 having graduated from Cambridge University with a degree in Classics.Capco was recommended to me by a friend, and now colleague, who couldn't have spoken more highly about theAssociate Talent Programme (ATP). ATP is designed for those new to consulting; graduates, transfers from industry, or

those who have decided to take a new track in their career. ATP is built around an intensive two week training course

when you first join followed by mentoring, support and community events throughout your time as an Associate.

The culture at Capco is amazing - I see Capco as a big small company rather than a small big company because we

maintain all the spirit and energy of a small start-up coupled with the support, clients and reputation of a big company.

During my time at Capco I have worked on three different projects for three different clients: a large UK Insurance

Company, a Tier 1 Universal Investment Bank and a Financial Services Technology Provider. Working on three very

different projects has allowed me to develop a variety of different skills (project management, business analysis,

process mapping and strategy), build my industry knowledge and grow my networks both within Capco and with my

clients. Contribution is a big part of our culture so there are lots of things to get involved with or initiate alongside your

'day job'. I have been actively involved in continuing to develop the ATP and growing our diversity networks. Capco is

a really supportive place to work; its nice to know that people want you to do well.

Hadden,

Associate

James,

Intern

Ive recently joined Capco as a Summer Intern having completed my second year studying Business Economics atthe University of Exeter. Before I found out about the internship scheme at Capco I was keen to gain some experienceand an insight into what it is like to work in either consulting or financial services. Fortunately Capco has allowed me to

do both simultaneously. I had heard about the internship scheme through a friend at university, I did a little more

research and then decided to apply. Unlike other application processes I found applying to Capco quite exciting and

the assessment centre was a day I wont forget!

You learn something new every day at Capco. The first couple of weeks were a steep learning curve - the standard here

is high and you just learn so much so quickly. Im currently working within retail banking and Ive learned a lot about that

industry while at the same time gaining valuable insight into consulting and other skills that arent client specific.

The thing I enjoy most about the work I do is the genuine challenge involved on a daily basis. Every day I feel like Im

pushing myself, developing my skills and learning a lot, which is something thats important to me.

What I like most about Capco is the people. Everyone Ive spoken to has had so much time for me, this ranges from

new joiners to the most senior partners. It has meant that I have never been afraid to ask questions or put forward

suggestions. Its also meant that I've been able to spend time with colleagues working on different accounts and

broaden my knowledge. Outside of work this open atmosphere continues and within days I was able to get involved in

a range of activities; Ive participated in a sporting event with colleagues and have since joined some of the internal

societies ranging from football to bootcamp and even boxing!

ContactOrganisation name: CIMA

Address: 26 Chapter Street, London SW1P 4NP

Tel: 020 8849 2251


www.cimaglobal/times100

CIMA - where finance & business meet


CIMA, the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, is a globally recognised professionalbody with over 203,000 students and members in 173 countries. CIMA is the most relevantinternational accounting qualification for business. Chartered Global Management Accountants arehighly employable, equipped with a wide variety of skills and their role in an organisation puts themat the heart of business.

Chartered Global Management Accountants dont fit the stereotype of number crunchers;theyre at the forefront of all strategic decisions that are key to business success. They operatein all types of organisations, often having varied jobs with many going onto run their ownbusiness, or becoming directors, chairmen and chief executives. The CIMA qualification can beentered at any stage in your career there are no minimum requirements. The syllabus isdesigned to be progressive and you will develop skills as you advance. All you need is a desireto succeed in business and to have reached a good standard in Mathematics and Englishbefore you commence. To find out more visit www.cimaglobal.com/times100


If you are considering entering the workforce straight after school or college, you can study the CIMA Certificate inBusiness Accounting. In order to do this, you will need to be competent in Mathematics and English. The CIMACertificate in Business Accounting is a recognised qualification in its own right, or it can be a stepping stone to theCIMA Professional Qualification. For more information visit www.cimaglobal.com/cimacertificate

CIMA, together with a network of top employers, are creating the first ever degree level Higher Apprenticeship in

Management Accounting. Its a fantastic non-university route into the world of business and finance for talented

individuals. For more information visit www.cimaglobal.com/myapprenticeship

You can enter the CIMA qualification after studying at university and may gain exemptions from the CIMA Certificate

in Business Accounting if you have studied a relevant qualification.

View our exemptions database to discover if youre eligible for exemptions at www.cimaglobal.com/exemptions

CIMA works with a large range of employers who offer CIMA training as part of their graduate programmes. To view

the latest CIMA training vacancies on CIMA MY JOBS visit www.cimaglobal.com/mygradjobs

Thousands of companies around the world qualify their staff with CIMA. To view a full listing of employers we work

with visit www.cimaglobal.com/trainingpartners

CIMA has worked with universities across the UK to develop initiatives to study for a degree whilst working, the

syllabus will have been closely aligned to the CIMA Professional Qualification allowing maximum exemptions. For

further details visit www.cimaglobal.com/cimathroughdegree

Entry level

GCSE/A-level

Standard Grade/

Highers

Apprenticeships

Graduate &

Post-graduate

training programme

Work placements

with combined

qualifications

12 13

Employee profiles


I joined Capco as an Associate in June 2012 having graduated from Cambridge University with a degree in Classics.Capco was recommended to me by a friend, and now colleague, who couldn't have spoken more highly about theAssociate Talent Programme (ATP). ATP is designed for those new to consulting; graduates, transfers from industry, or

those who have decided to take a new track in their career. ATP is built around an intensive two week training course

when you first join followed by mentoring, support and community events throughout your time as an Associate.

The culture at Capco is amazing - I see Capco as a big small company rather than a small big company because we

maintain all the spirit and energy of a small start-up coupled with the support, clients and reputation of a big company.

During my time at Capco I have worked on three different projects for three different clients: a large UK Insurance

Company, a Tier 1 Universal Investment Bank and a Financial Services Technology Provider. Working on three very

different projects has allowed me to develop a variety of different skills (project management, business analysis,

process mapping and strategy), build my industry knowledge and grow my networks both within Capco and with my

clients. Contribution is a big part of our culture so there are lots of things to get involved with or initiate alongside your

'day job'. I have been actively involved in continuing to develop the ATP and growing our diversity networks. Capco is

a really supportive place to work; its nice to know that people want you to do well.

Hadden,

Associate

James,

Intern

Ive recently joined Capco as a Summer Intern having completed my second year studying Business Economics atthe University of Exeter. Before I found out about the internship scheme at Capco I was keen to gain some experienceand an insight into what it is like to work in either consulting or financial services. Fortunately Capco has allowed me to

do both simultaneously. I had heard about the internship scheme through a friend at university, I did a little more

research and then decided to apply. Unlike other application processes I found applying to Capco quite exciting and

the assessment centre was a day I wont forget!

You learn something new every day at Capco. The first couple of weeks were a steep learning curve - the standard here

is high and you just learn so much so quickly. Im currently working within retail banking and Ive learned a lot about that

industry while at the same time gaining valuable insight into consulting and other skills that arent client specific.

The thing I enjoy most about the work I do is the genuine challenge involved on a daily basis. Every day I feel like Im

pushing myself, developing my skills and learning a lot, which is something thats important to me.

What I like most about Capco is the people. Everyone Ive spoken to has had so much time for me, this ranges from

new joiners to the most senior partners. It has meant that I have never been afraid to ask questions or put forward

suggestions. Its also meant that I've been able to spend time with colleagues working on different accounts and

broaden my knowledge. Outside of work this open atmosphere continues and within days I was able to get involved in

a range of activities; Ive participated in a sporting event with colleagues and have since joined some of the internal

societies ranging from football to bootcamp and even boxing!

ContactOrganisation name: CIMA

Address: 26 Chapter Street, London SW1P 4NP

Tel: 020 8849 2251


www.cimaglobal/times100

CIMA - where finance & business meet


CIMA, the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, is a globally recognised professionalbody with over 203,000 students and members in 173 countries. CIMA is the most relevantinternational accounting qualification for business. Chartered Global Management Accountants arehighly employable, equipped with a wide variety of skills and their role in an organisation puts themat the heart of business.

Chartered Global Management Accountants dont fit the stereotype of number crunchers;theyre at the forefront of all strategic decisions that are key to business success. They operatein all types of organisations, often having varied jobs with many going onto run their ownbusiness, or becoming directors, chairmen and chief executives. The CIMA qualification can beentered at any stage in your career there are no minimum requirements. The syllabus isdesigned to be progressive and you will develop skills as you advance. All you need is a desireto succeed in business and to have reached a good standard in Mathematics and Englishbefore you commence. To find out more visit www.cimaglobal.com/times100


If you are considering entering the workforce straight after school or college, you can study the CIMA Certificate inBusiness Accounting. In order to do this, you will need to be competent in Mathematics and English. The CIMACertificate in Business Accounting is a recognised qualification in its own right, or it can be a stepping stone to theCIMA Professional Qualification. For more information visit www.cimaglobal.com/cimacertificate

CIMA, together with a network of top employers, are creating the first ever degree level Higher Apprenticeship in

Management Accounting. Its a fantastic non-university route into the world of business and finance for talented

individuals. For more information visit www.cimaglobal.com/myapprenticeship

You can enter the CIMA qualification after studying at university and may gain exemptions from the CIMA Certificate

in Business Accounting if you have studied a relevant qualification.

View our exemptions database to discover if youre eligible for exemptions at www.cimaglobal.com/exemptions

CIMA works with a large range of employers who offer CIMA training as part of their graduate programmes. To view

the latest CIMA training vacancies on CIMA MY JOBS visit www.cimaglobal.com/mygradjobs

Thousands of companies around the world qualify their staff with CIMA. To view a full listing of employers we work

with visit www.cimaglobal.com/trainingpartners

CIMA has worked with universities across the UK to develop initiatives to study for a degree whilst working, the

syllabus will have been closely aligned to the CIMA Professional Qualification allowing maximum exemptions. For

further details visit www.cimaglobal.com/cimathroughdegree

Entry level

GCSE/A-level

Standard Grade/

Highers

Apprenticeships

Graduate &

Post-graduate

training programme

Work placements

with combined

qualifications

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GCSE English and Maths grade C and above is a minimum requirement.

We offer a wide range of opportunities in our administrative offices across the country as well as in our business support

operation in Aldershot. Qualifications required will vary depending on the role.

Apprenticeship opportunities are available at our administrative officers as well as in our business support operation in

Aldershot. You will receive a recognised national apprenticeship as well as the opportunity to advance across the business.

Our Management Training Programme allows you to develop the skills youll need to move into senior management. With

our help, youll hone your talents in key areas such as sales and marketing, customer service and finance. Its entirely

possible to be a Branch Manager within just two years of starting, and it really is up to you how fast you move up.

Benefits:

A competitive starting salary as well as a host of benefits including:

Life assurance

Income protection

Retirement savings plan

Adoption assistance

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leaves

Bike4Work

Child care vouchers and more.

A range of paid internship opportunities are available to first and second year university students to give the opportunity to

learn about sales, marketing, customer service, business management and admin support. Join us for a placement year

during your summer break or even part-time while you continue your studies.

ContactOrganisation name: Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Address: Enterprise Rent-A-Car UK Limited, Enterprise House, Delta Way, Egham, Surrey TW20 8RX

Tel: 01784 221367


www.enterprisealive.co.uk

Add an annual turnover of more than $14 billion to a rental and leasing fleet made up of more than one

million vehicles spread across some 7,600 locations worldwide and you get Enterprise Rent-A-Car - a

business thats grown into the largest car rental company in North America and arguably, the world.

The fact is, we owe our success to each and every one of our people, from senior managers to

management trainees alike. We firmly believe in empowering each of them to make the decisions that

will affect their work and their career. This philosophy, along with our uncompromising commitment to

customers, is what has made Enterprise a genuine success story and a truly special place to work.

Just imagine the possibilities that come with joining a huge, internationally successful business with the

type of personal, entrepreneurial approach which allows individuals to stand out. Our secret lies in the

fact that we're divided up into thousands of smaller, local businesses. So when you take on one of our

training programmes you'll be learning how to run the business yourself. How many organisations with

a $14 billion turnover can say that?

Come Alive at Enterprise


Entry level

GCSE/A-level

Standard Grade/

Highers

Apprenticeships

Graduate &

Post-graduate

training programme

Work placements

with combined

qualifications


School leavers can apply for a variety of work placement and apprenticeship opportunities as detailed below.

GE offers 4 year apprenticeship programmes in the following: Craft, Technician, Commercial and Speciality apprenticeships.

Candidate criteria: Standard grades (credit level) / highers (minimum C) in English, Maths, Physics, Craft, Design

Technology or similar Demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment Involved in other social clubs/activities.

GE apprenticeship provides: Comprehensive training to become a qualified engineer in your designated field Rotational

assignments Buddy & mentor programme Annual performance based salary increase Loyalty incentive payment

Company pension scheme Paid annual leave Personal accident & travel cover and annual health fair.

Our Leadership Programmes centre on a comprehensive rotation policy, which allows graduates to gain hands-on

experience and training across a wide range of challenging projects and areas within the business. GE offers Leadership

Programmes in the following: Commercial Leadership, Edison Engineering Development, Finance Management, Human

Resources Leadership, Operations Management Leadership and GE Capital Risk Management Programmes.

Candidate criteria: Minimum of a 2:1 degree, discipline related Demonstrated leadership ability and initiative Strong

communication, interpersonal and influencing skills Relevant work experience.

GE programmes provide: World-class training and development Varied rotational assignments Significant responsibility

and opportunity to contribute to business results Pathways to accelerate your career Regular networking events and

exposure to senior leaders Buddy & mentor programme Bi-annual performance based salary increases and a culture

that recognises and rewards excellence.

GE offers 1 year internships and summer placements for students in the following disciplines: Information Technology,

Human Resources, Risk Management, Finance and Engineering Summer Placement internships

Candidate criteria: Studying undergraduate degree related to discipline Demonstrated interest and competency in

related discipline.

GE Internship provides: Buddy & mentor programme Loyalty incentive payment Company pension scheme Paid

annual leave Personal accident & travel cover and annual health fair.

Entry level

GCSE/A-level

Standard Grade/

Highers

Apprenticeships

Graduate &

Post-graduate

training programme

Work placements and

qualifications

combined

ContactOrganisation name: GE Oil & Gas

www.geoilandgas.com or www.jobs.gecareers.com

linkedin.com/company/ge-oil-&-gas

@ge_oilandgas

youtube.com/geoilandgas

GE Oil & Gas is a world leader in advanced technologies and services

with 43,000 employees in more than 100 countries supporting

customers across the industry - from extraction to transportation to end

use. Our unrelenting commitment to the environment, health and safety,

quality and integrity defines us: its The Way We Work. We develop

smart solutions for our customers across the oil and gas value chain

delivering the innovation, customised service solutions, training

programmes and technology that helps them to maximise their

efficiency, productivity and equipment reliability. We partner with our

customers to develop their next generation workforce; help them to fully

benefit from the megatrends of natural gas, the growth of subsea and

hard-to-reach reserves and the revolution in asset health management.

Discover how GE can power your career in the oil and gas industry

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