Shaping the next generation of talent in the financial services sector
What is the Multi-Firm Apprenticeship Programme?
The future of talent in our industry won’t shape itself. This is your opportunity – join our new multi-firm industry apprenticeship programme and let us help you utilise your growth and skills levy. You gain access to motivated, high-calibre apprentices, strengthen your employer brand, and drive our collective ambition to broaden the early careers opportunities across the industry. Together we can make a difference.
Programme overview:
Level 4
Age 18+
Levy Funded
Fitch Learning
Who is the programme for?
School leavers aged 18 and above with the academic capability to attend university, who choose an alternative, work-based route into financial services.
Why join the programme?
High-quality candidates
Greater impact than going it alone
Apprentices benefit from a cross-industry learning experience, shared networking opportunities and expert-led development, without the cost and complexity of running a programme independently
Simplified recruitment
We manage candidate attraction, screening and shortlisting, reducing the administrative burden so your team can focus on selecting the right apprentice.
Dedicated apprentice support
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Benefits for Participating Firms
Develop future talent by shaping apprentices in line with your organisation’s culture, values and long-term workforce needs.
Access diverse talent through wider entry routes that attract high-potential candidates and support social mobility.
Enhance your apprenticeship offer with cross-industry workshops, networking opportunities and shared learning experiences.
Collaborate with leading firms to share best practice, strengthen early careers initiatives and improve outcomes across the industry.
Support your line managers with access to a dedicated peer network, practical guidance and ongoing resources.
More than an apprenticeship.
Ongoing support to succeed
Build your professional network
Gain recognised qualifications
Learn from industry experts
Skills & Networking Workshop Programme
Throughout their apprenticeship, participants take part in an exclusive programme of interactive workshops and networking events designed to complement their workplace learning and accelerate their professional development.
Delivered by industry experts and senior leaders, the programme helps apprentices build the knowledge, skills and networks needed for long-term success in investment management.
Workshop themes include:
Professional Success – Navigating the workplace, integrity, professional conduct and workplace culture.
Career Development – Personal branding, adding value, career planning and front-office career pathways.
Commercial & Technical Knowledge – Financial markets, commercial awareness and AI in financial services.
Networking & Industry Connections – Strategic networking, cross-industry events and an industry book club.
Community & Celebration – Launch and graduation networking receptions, bringing apprentices together throughout their journey.
The programme evolves each year to reflect emerging industry trends and the changing needs of apprentices and employers.
An added benefit for member firms
Member firms can also access selected workshops for apprentices who are not part of the Inclusion in Finance apprenticeship programme. This provides a valuable opportunity to enhance existing apprenticeship programmes, giving more early-career professionals access to high-quality development, cross-industry networking and insights from leading investment professionals.
Get in touch
For more information about our apprenticeship skills and networking programme.
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We would love to hear from you!
If you have any questions or would like to discuss how this programme could benefit you or your organisation, please get in touch.