CFA Graduate Programme jobs in England

Company : Fast-Growing Commercial Finance Brokerage Firm
Role: Graduate Finance Broker Programme
Location: Northampton
Salary: £36,000

Start Date: September 2026

Apply Here: https://www.vecta.co/application?utm_source=Indeed

Overview

Our client is offering an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious, commercially minded graduate to accelerate their career within a high-growth, performance-driven finance firm.

This is a sales-focused position - if you’re seeking a traditional analyst role, this opportunity will not be the right fit.

Why should you apply?

As part of the structured Graduate Finance Broker pathway, you’ll receive:

• Dedicated 1-2-1 mentorship and coaching from Sales Directors and senior team members
• A structured 24-month development programme, rotating across four different six-month placements to broaden your exposure to clients and senior leadership
• A clearly defined route to becoming a qualified Commercial Finance Broker

Earnings potential is significant, with uncapped commission:

• £70,000–£80,000 in your first fee-earning year after completing the programme
• £85,000–£120,000 in Year Two
• £100,000–£150,000 in Year Three

On-target earnings are realistic, with many team members exceeding annual targets. You’ll also benefit from strong long-term incentives including gym membership, car allowance and private medical insurance as you progress.

About the Company

• Founded in 2007, the business supports UK SMEs by providing access to a wide range of funding solutions in one place.
• To date, it has arranged over £1 billion in finance for more than 15,000 businesses.
• The firm works with an extensive panel of over 40 lending partners alongside its own lending capability, helping businesses secure flexible finance solutions that protect cash flow and reduce upfront costs.
• It supports private-sector organisations across a broad range of industries, assisting with asset finance, equipment purchase, equity release and general business funding.

What is the role?

As a Graduate Finance Broker, you will:

• Conduct outbound sales activity to generate interest and build new client relationships
• Use a consultative sales approach to understand client needs and recommend appropriate funding solutions
• Prepare proposals and credit applications, working with clients to gather relevant documentation
• Accurately record activity within the CRM system
• Build and manage a live pipeline of opportunities
• Carry out additional responsibilities aligned with the role and your development

Who is best suited to this role?

• Individuals who are success-driven and winning motivated. If coming third is good enough for you, please do not apply
• Highly competitive, target-driven individuals with a flair for sales
• Confident communicators with strong relationship-building skills
• Resilient and comfortable working in a fast-paced, merit-based environment
• Commercially aware with a genuine interest in business
• Entrepreneurial self-starters
• Ideally AAB at A-Level and a 2:1 degree (or above) in any discipline
• Competitive sports background advantageous

We’d advise NOT applying if:

• You are seeking an analytical or back-office position
• You are not comfortable in a competitive, performance-based environment
• You are unwilling to relocate or commute within one hour of Northampton (NN4)
• You prefer not to work closely with senior stakeholders
• You are not motivated by sales, targets and relationship-building

APPLY HERE: https://www.vecta.co/application?utm_source=Indeed

IMPORTANT NOTES

NB: Please note the employer is not able to sponsor VISAs at this time.

NB: Please make sure your A-Level and university grades are visible on your application

NB: If you apply, make sure you highlight anything competitive (sport, etc.) and make it clear on your CV you're targeting a sales/broking commercial path - not an analyst/back-office role

Pay: £36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Northampton NN4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person