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Student Placement Opportunity Finance
Location: Rose Hill HQ Liverpool. Contract: 12-month Student Placement Start Date: September 2026 Salary: Grade B: £25,599
About the Opportunity
We are offering an exciting paid placement for a motivated and enthusiastic student to join our Finance Department for a 12-month industry placement. This role is ideal for students who want to gain hands-on experience, contribute to meaningful projects, and develop professional skills within a supportive environment.
About Us
Merseyside Police is a forward-thinking, community-focused force dedicated to protecting our region and delivering the highest standards of public service. We work collaboratively across diverse neighbourhoods to prevent crime, support victims, and build trust with the communities we serve. As an organisation, we are committed to innovation, professional development, and creating an inclusive environment where every colleague can thrive. Joining Merseyside Police means making a real differenceevery day, in every role.
What Youll Be Doing
As a Student Placement within Finance Department , you will support the team with a range of tasks, which may include:
Assisting with data analysis and the preparation of reports
Supporting the review of financial transactions and processes to identify any issues or areas requiring attention
Assisting in the production of Finance reports for use across the force
Providing analysis and presentations to deliver clear and meaningful information to stakeholders
Providing support across a range of departmental activities, including Finance Business Partnering, Accounts Payable/Receivable, Procurement, and Statutory Financial Reporting, to gain broad experience and understanding of the finance function
Contributing to the enhancement of departmental processes, systems, and tools to support the continuous improvement of service delivery
Are currently studying for a degree in a relevant subject areas: Accounting
Finance & Financial Management
Economics
Business Analytics
Risk Management
Audit & Compliance
Mathematics / Applied Mathematics
Investment & Financial Modelling
Management Accounting

Your work will contribute directly to the departments objectives and provide valuable real-world experience.
What Were Looking For
We welcome applications from students who:
Have strong communication and organisational skills
Are proactive, eager to learn, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
Can bring fresh ideas, curiosity, and a willingness to get involved
Are confident using IT systems and open to developing new technical skills
No prior experience is necessary training and support will be provided.
What Youll Gain
Practical, real-world experience in a professional environment
Opportunities to work on meaningful projects with tangible outcomes
Coaching, mentoring, and ongoing support
Development of transferable skills valued by employers
A chance to make a difference while building your career
Benefits
25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays pro rataincreasing to 30 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years full service.
Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions from 5.5% to 11.5% depending on your salary.
Access to on-site gyms HQ and OCC
Option to become a member of the onsite unions.
Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme
Cycle to work scheme.
Taskers Salary sacrifice car scheme
Hybrid/Agile working (role dependant)
Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy and Mental Health Peer Supporters.
Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements.
Sick pay provisions

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Location:
Liverpool
Salary:
£24,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Manufacturing;Finance

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