Impact is a fast-track graduate programme for bright and passionate individuals who want to make a difference while excelling in their own careers. We partner with over a hundred councils every year, matching talented aspiring Finance and Management graduates with organisations across England and Wales.
Job types
Graduate
Locations
LondonNationwide
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Leadership Schemes
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AccountancyAnyBusinessFinance
Graduate Finance Trainee - Your Future in Public Finance Starts Here
The finance pathway of Impact – the Local Government Graduate Programme is a unique four-year opportunity for graduates looking to build a career in public-sector finance. During your time on the programme, you will be working at a participating London council, gaining hands-on experience through rotations in areas such as financial systems, budget management, payroll, pensions, treasury, internal audit, and accounting. Alongside this practical work, you’ll study for the CIPFA Level 7 qualification, including the Chartered CIPFA Professional Accountancy Qualification (PAQ) – the recognised qualification for public finance professionals.
Graduate Management Trainee - Lead with Purpose
The Local Government Graduate Programme is a fast-track graduate programme for bright and passionate individuals who want to make a difference while excelling in their career. It offers the chance to work directly with communities, but also to influence policy at a senior level. All while earning a graduate salary and completing a leadership and management qualification.
Real Voices, Real Impact.
“The most meaningful thing for me about working in local government is that you’re all united by how much you care about the place, and people genuinely want to make a positive difference. You’re not driven by profit, you’re driven by a desire to make things better.”
Katy, based in Yorkshire.
“One of the best things about working in local government is knowing that whatever you do, you’ll have an impact in your local community, whether that is helping a resident solve a problem or developing a policy idea that can make a lasting difference.”
Laura, based in London.
Why Join Impact?
- Starting salary of £32k+
- Opportunities across all regions
- Broad experience gained through rotational placements
- Meaningful work
- Diverse cohorts
- Fully funded and supported learning and development officer
- Built in network of fellow graduates and alumni
Eligibility
The NGDP welcomes graduates from all backgrounds and areas of study. Our only requirements are:
- A minimum 2.2 undergraduate degree by July 2024
- Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visas.
Participating Councils
Join a growing number of forward-thinking local authorities across London and beyond that are investing in the next generation of public sector leaders.
For now, the finance stream runs with London-based partners only, and we will remain in touch about any plans to roll this out nationally.
For the Management programme, there is a strong spread of councils taking on graduates across:
- • East of England
• East Midlands
• London
• North East
• North West
• South East
• South West
• West Midlands
• Wales
• Yorkshire & Humber
Job opportunities
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