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    What you'll be doing:

    We are seeking a driven and innovative undergraduate who is an excellent communicator and motivated to succeed and develop in this role.

    You will be based in our East Sussex Contract Office, 46 High St, Heathfield TN21 8HT, and paid Real Living Wage (currently £10.90 per hour) plus excellent employee benefits.

    The role will commence on the 1st September and will be offered as part of a 12 month placement.

    More about the role:

    You will be working for Chartwells, our Education Sector, and will be responsible for providing and supporting with the financial reporting for the Client, as well as the local Schools in our East Sussex contract. 

    Daily responsibilities will include:

    • Supporting the operational delivery of our core function
    • Managing the accounting, audit procedures and KPI’s within the contract
    • Producing contract reports and management data and identify efficiency opportunities
    • Engaging with schools and employees to understand school meal uptake and create, deliver and evaluate initiatives to increase participation
    • Implementing projects and engaging with key stakeholders
    • Supporting the financial reporting required for the contract, our client, and Schools
    • Creating invoices and overseeing debt management

    Whilst most of your learning will be on the job, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills through our online learning tools and workshops to support your development in Business Management.

    Who you are:

    To be considered for this role you will need:

    • To currently be studying towards an undergraduate degree in Business or Finance
    • A collaborative approach with the ability to build relationships
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for liaising with your key stakeholders, including Head Teachers and Pupils
    • Excellent organisational skills
    • Strong motivation and drive, with great attention to detail
    • Sound financial understanding and business development skills
    • Be engaging and passionate with ability to develop new ideas and see through to completion
    • To be able to work on own initiative and have confidence in Schools
    • To be willing to live/relocate to the East Sussex area
    • Ideally be able to drive and have access to a car

    We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

    • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
    • Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
    • Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
    • Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
    • Regular emails filled with the best discounts and savings available
    • Receive Wow Points every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
    • Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
    • You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
    • Contributory pension scheme
    • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

    Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children.