Graduate Vacancy - Finance Graduate
| Posting date: | 21 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £30,000 commencing salary |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 June 2026 |
| Location: | Nottingham, NG2 1LU |
| Company: | The Compleat Food Group |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 1859 |
Summary
Job Advert
Are you ready to start your career? One that challenges you, develops you and sets you up for long‑term success? At The Compleat
Food Group, we believe in growing talent, empowering ideas and helping you build a career driven by purpose, passion and
potential. That’s why we created IGNITE, our Graduate Leadership Scheme designed to positively shape the future leaders of the
food industry.
Who are we?
The Compleat Food Group are one of the UK's fastest growing chilled food manufacturing companies, we are known for our innovative
products, working at pace and our never-ending commitment to quality and integrity. We launched our Graduate programme in 2022,
offering industry-leading placements across the business that build skills, accelerate development and fast-track careers into
management and leadership.
Our Finance Graduate Scheme offers an exciting, immersive introduction to the function, giving you the chance to rotate across our
key Finance pillars. You’ll explore how products are priced, how factories run efficiently and how financial insights drive real
business change. If you’re curious, analytical, and eager to make an impact, this scheme will equip you with the technical skills,
commercial awareness and leadership potential to build a powerful career in finance.
What is IGNITE?
IGNITE is our Graduate Leadership Programme, created to develop our next generation of future‑focused leaders. This isn’t a scheme
where you simply “learn the basics” it’s the start of a progressive, impactful career.
As one of our Graduates, you’ll grow your skills in your chosen function and get stuck into real projects, real challenges and
real responsibility from day one. You can expect:
• Rotational placements where you will experience x3, 1 year, placements across our different UK locations to help you build
a broad skill set. At least one of these placements will be within our Nottingham site.
• Fast career progression with clear development pathways into management and leadership roles.
• Opportunity for fully funded professional development qualifications*.
• Access to business leaders, support teams, and a dedicated early careers network.
• Real responsibilities, meaningful projects and opportunities to make your mark.
• Travel to our UK manufacturing sites for tailored skill sessions along with group projects to ‘Make Your Mark’ including
Environmental or Sustainability projects with your fellow future leaders.
• A Dynamic Work Environment that’s fast‑paced, innovative, and collaborative—your ideas will be heard and valued.
• And yes… plenty of free products!
Who Are We Looking For?
Our programme welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, whether you’re a recent graduate or have recently completed a relevant
degree level apprenticeship. If you're curious, driven and excited about shaping the future of food, we want to hear from you.
We are looking for:
• A minimum of a 2:1 degree (or predicted) in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or related field.
• Full commitment to the Finance scheme including continuing your professional qualification.
• Strong communication skills, articulate and confident in presenting ideas and information to all levels.
• Integrity: Somebody who can be trusted to do the right thing, even when no one is looking.
• A team player with a strong collaborative mindset, friendly attitude and a willingness to learn, grow and have fun whilst
doing it.
• A flexible approach to work as our programme will see you work across a number of our UK locations both day to day and for
fixed periods, which could include placements at any of our UK manufacturing sites.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• A full UK Driving Licence
What do we offer you?
• A Competitive joining salary of £30k rising to £32k in year two
• 33 Days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays so you have the flexibility to take your holidays when you want.
• 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
• Online and High-street retailer discount scheme with savings on gym memberships, holidays, homeware, technology, and so
much more.
• Employee well-being and community support groups.
• Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools and financial aid tools.
• 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
In return we can offer you a place on one of the UK's leading Graduate schemes within the Food Industry. Giving you the
opportunity to work with some of the most talented and experienced individuals in your sector to supercharge your own career and
above all have fun along the way.
How to Apply
Ready to IGNITE your career with us? Apply now by sending your CV and a cover letter outlining your motivation and suitability for
the scheme. Please note Interview and Assessment centre dates cannot be changed, you must be able to attend on the following
dates:
• Scheme application deadline: 12th June. Please note, we may close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of
applications.
• Assessment centres: Wednesday 24th June, held in Derby. No other assessment centre dates will be available.
• Programme Kick off: For the successful candidates our IGNITE scheme will start Week Commencing 14th September.
Don’t miss out on this chance to be a part of our exciting graduate journey and take the first step towards your rewarding career
in Finance with one of the UK’s leading chilled food manufacturers.
Learn more about our company, our graduate scheme and our recruitment process at Graduates · Compleat Food Group
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The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome
diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace. We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity,
and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we
provide all the support you need to succeed. Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the
application process.
Are you ready to start your career? One that challenges you, develops you and sets you up for long‑term success? At The Compleat
Food Group, we believe in growing talent, empowering ideas and helping you build a career driven by purpose, passion and
potential. That’s why we created IGNITE, our Graduate Leadership Scheme designed to positively shape the future leaders of the
food industry.
Who are we?
The Compleat Food Group are one of the UK's fastest growing chilled food manufacturing companies, we are known for our innovative
products, working at pace and our never-ending commitment to quality and integrity. We launched our Graduate programme in 2022,
offering industry-leading placements across the business that build skills, accelerate development and fast-track careers into
management and leadership.
Our Finance Graduate Scheme offers an exciting, immersive introduction to the function, giving you the chance to rotate across our
key Finance pillars. You’ll explore how products are priced, how factories run efficiently and how financial insights drive real
business change. If you’re curious, analytical, and eager to make an impact, this scheme will equip you with the technical skills,
commercial awareness and leadership potential to build a powerful career in finance.
What is IGNITE?
IGNITE is our Graduate Leadership Programme, created to develop our next generation of future‑focused leaders. This isn’t a scheme
where you simply “learn the basics” it’s the start of a progressive, impactful career.
As one of our Graduates, you’ll grow your skills in your chosen function and get stuck into real projects, real challenges and
real responsibility from day one. You can expect:
• Rotational placements where you will experience x3, 1 year, placements across our different UK locations to help you build
a broad skill set. At least one of these placements will be within our Nottingham site.
• Fast career progression with clear development pathways into management and leadership roles.
• Opportunity for fully funded professional development qualifications*.
• Access to business leaders, support teams, and a dedicated early careers network.
• Real responsibilities, meaningful projects and opportunities to make your mark.
• Travel to our UK manufacturing sites for tailored skill sessions along with group projects to ‘Make Your Mark’ including
Environmental or Sustainability projects with your fellow future leaders.
• A Dynamic Work Environment that’s fast‑paced, innovative, and collaborative—your ideas will be heard and valued.
• And yes… plenty of free products!
Who Are We Looking For?
Our programme welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, whether you’re a recent graduate or have recently completed a relevant
degree level apprenticeship. If you're curious, driven and excited about shaping the future of food, we want to hear from you.
We are looking for:
• A minimum of a 2:1 degree (or predicted) in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or related field.
• Full commitment to the Finance scheme including continuing your professional qualification.
• Strong communication skills, articulate and confident in presenting ideas and information to all levels.
• Integrity: Somebody who can be trusted to do the right thing, even when no one is looking.
• A team player with a strong collaborative mindset, friendly attitude and a willingness to learn, grow and have fun whilst
doing it.
• A flexible approach to work as our programme will see you work across a number of our UK locations both day to day and for
fixed periods, which could include placements at any of our UK manufacturing sites.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• A full UK Driving Licence
What do we offer you?
• A Competitive joining salary of £30k rising to £32k in year two
• 33 Days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays so you have the flexibility to take your holidays when you want.
• 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
• Online and High-street retailer discount scheme with savings on gym memberships, holidays, homeware, technology, and so
much more.
• Employee well-being and community support groups.
• Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools and financial aid tools.
• 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
In return we can offer you a place on one of the UK's leading Graduate schemes within the Food Industry. Giving you the
opportunity to work with some of the most talented and experienced individuals in your sector to supercharge your own career and
above all have fun along the way.
How to Apply
Ready to IGNITE your career with us? Apply now by sending your CV and a cover letter outlining your motivation and suitability for
the scheme. Please note Interview and Assessment centre dates cannot be changed, you must be able to attend on the following
dates:
• Scheme application deadline: 12th June. Please note, we may close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of
applications.
• Assessment centres: Wednesday 24th June, held in Derby. No other assessment centre dates will be available.
• Programme Kick off: For the successful candidates our IGNITE scheme will start Week Commencing 14th September.
Don’t miss out on this chance to be a part of our exciting graduate journey and take the first step towards your rewarding career
in Finance with one of the UK’s leading chilled food manufacturers.
Learn more about our company, our graduate scheme and our recruitment process at Graduates · Compleat Food Group
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The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome
diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace. We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity,
and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we
provide all the support you need to succeed. Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the
application process.