Student Placement – Finance Assistant – 2023 – 2024
Metropolitan Police Posted on 2022-11-18
| Salary | £20,686 a year |
|---|---|
| Location | London |
| Type | Full-time |
Job Description
Title: Student Placement – Finance 2023 – 2024
Department: Finance
Salary: £20,686
Location: Pan London
Duration: 12 months
Number of students we are looking to recruit: 3
MORE CHALLENGES, MORE EXCITEMENT, MORE OPPORTUNITIES – BE AT THE HEART OF A CHANGING SERVICE
The MET
The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) employs approximately 39,000 officers and Staff, plus thousands of volunteers and provides policing to one of the most diverse capital cities in the world. The service provides policing to the 32 London Boroughs as well as a number of other local, national and international functions such as counter terrorism and organised crime prevention. As the country’s largest police service, the service is recognised internationally as a leader in fighting crime and many other policing organisations look to the MPS for best practice and guidance.
We are looking to recruit students for a 52 week student placement with the Metropolitan Police Service. All roles will give students valuable insight and experience of working for one of the largest public organisations in the UK and the largest single employer in London. The role is a substantive post and we seek to provide valuable practical experience wherever our students work.
Background
The Finance Department is critical in ensuring the MPS delivers its services effectively and efficiently. The key services we provide enable decision makers to provide a reliable account of the money spent, demonstrate probity and sound financial management, ensure value for money in how funds have been used, ensure good decision making and effectively manage our risks.
The Role
Candidates must be undergraduate students in a sandwich year course returning to study in Autumn 2024
The Finance Placement Student reports to the Deputy Finance Business Partner under the Director of Commercial & Finance portfolio.
Tasks may include:
- Supporting the Finance team with timely analysis regarding actual results and forecasts, enabling the team to propose options to ensure the organisation achieves its operational goals based on quality assured values.
- Supporting the Finance team with the design, build and maintenance of the service based costing model. Analysing the data as directed to address the commercial needs of the business and aiding the identification of areas for improvements and controlling MPS spend.
- Providing the Finance Team management information to enable the development of costing options for services that support the preparation of business cases.
- Data mining and analysis to support service costing, as directed, to identify key cost drivers and production of Value for Money data for benchmarking.
- Providing data analysis in support of ad hoc projects as directed.
- Providing financial analysis as directed to support the team.
- Modelling options as directed.
Candidates must also demonstrate the following skills:
Communication Skills
- An excellent level of both written and verbal communication skills, and ability to present information appropriately to a wide variety of clients in a clear, concise and non-technical manner. Written communications will need to be well prepared and logically structured.
Planning and Organisational skills
- Plans and organises their own work, liaising with their manager as to how the work fits in with the project.
Time Management
- Prioritises tasks and keeps to deadlines. Has a flexible and self-motivated approach to work, being able to work unsupervised if required.
Problem Solving Skills
- Can define and solve problems in a logical manner, being aware of the variety of solutions possible. Shows evidence of being able to balance theory with reality to produce a pragmatic solution.
Technical Skills
- IT skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and an aptitude and willingness to learn new software packages. Good numerical and statistical analysis skills and being able to make sense of and interpret qualitative and quantitative data.
Team Working
- Can work with a diverse group of colleagues and clients at all levels. Being an active team player and show willingness to help other people.
Personal Responsibility
- Have a proactive approach, being able to critically appraise their actions and accept responsibility given to them.
Respect for Diversity
- Demonstrates a respect for diversity through all aspects of work. Shows consideration and respect for the opinions and feelings of others, regardless of their status or background.
If you have any questions or want to find out more about this placement opportunity, you can email Ruth.Hodson@met.police.uk
Please click on the below link to view an online candidate information pack that will you give you an insight into the Met, the competency framework we use which shapes our daily work behaviours, the application process and a host of other information, that will help inform and support your application:
https://sscl-innovation.com/MPScandidatepack/
To apply, please visit our website. Applications will be via a detailed CV, Personal Statement and online application form. Your personal statement should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role. (NB. Please do not attach 2 copies of your CV).
Completed applications must be submitted by 31st January 2023.
We view diversity as fundamental to our success. To tackle today’s complex policing challenges, we need a workforce made up from all of London’s communities. Applications from across the community are therefore essential.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer the Met have committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations.
Company description:
The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) is continually evolving and improving to respond to the needs of millions of people of all nationalities, faiths and cultures who visit, live and work in London. As an organisation, it’s our job to be there for London, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This means delivering quality policing that reduces crime – and the fear of crime – across the capital. We’re also recognised on a global scale as a leading authority on policing today. The MPS today is a far cry from the organisation that was founded in 1829 by Home Secretary Sir Robert Peel. Back then, there were just 1,000 officers looking after a population of 2 million. Now, there are some 55,000 officers and staff who make up the MPS, working as one team to make the streets safer for 7.2 million Londoners in 32 boroughs across 620 square miles. As one of the capital’s largest employers, the MPS is committed to having a workforce that reflects the community it serves. People join from all kinds of backgrounds, bringing all sorts of skills and experience to a huge diversity of roles. As well as frontline officers, the MPS employs 14,000 police staff who carry out vital work such as answering emergency calls, forensics, handling finances or harnessing the latest advancements in technology. But London can only be policed with the trust and respect of all Londoners, so it’s essential that everyone who joins has the sensitivity to work effectively with the many different communities that make up the capital. Being there for London and making it a safer place to live, work and visit is uniquely challenging and uniquely rewarding. Good salaries are supplemented by attractive benefits including a superb pension and opportunities for career progression.
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