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You’ll have opportunities to work directly with clients, contribute to projects, and gain a real understanding of how successful businesses operate.\n\nWe’ll equip you with the technical training and personal skills development you need to progress, ensuring you build a strong foundation for a long-term career in accountancy.\n\n The Programme\nYou’ll join a training contract, combining practical client experience with professional study towards your qualification (AAT or ACA).\n\nAlongside your qualification, you’ll become part of the Sumer Academy, our dedicated early careers development programme. The Academy runs alongside your studies, offering a blend of online and in-person learning, focused on building both your technical and soft skills that will help you thrive in your future career.\n\nYou’ll also train as part of a group-wide cohort, connecting with other trainees from across the Sumer Group to share experiences and learn together.\n\n What’s on offer\nFull study support, including paid study leave and course fees\nBuddy and mentoring systems to help you settle in and progress\nGroup-wide cohort training through the Sumer Academy\nOpportunities to grow your career beyond qualification\nExposure to a diverse range of clients and projects\nAbout You\nThis role is ideal for a school/college leaver, looking to begin their AAT Level 3 qualification.\n\nTo apply, you’ll need a strong A-Level or equivalent academic history, including a minimum of a Grade C/5 in English and B/6 in Maths at GCSE level (or equivalent).\n\nYou’ll also be:\nAn effective communicator - confident in listening and expressing ideas clearly with clients and colleagues.\nCollaborative - a team player who enjoys sharing ideas and working together to achieve great results.\nTime efficient - able to balance work and study with good organisation and prioritisation.\nA problem solver - curious, adaptable and ready to take on challenges.\nResults focused - proud to deliver a high standard of work and service.\nKeen to learn - enthusiastic about developing your skills and career.\n\n The Process\nOur application process is designed to help you show your best self:\nApplication Review\nOnline testing (behavioural, numerical and comprehension)\nAssessment Centre & Individual Interview\nOffer\n\nKey Dates\nAdvert closes: 1st November \nOnline tests to be sent out to shortlisted candidates: 3rd November\nDeadline for completing online tests: 10th November \nAssessment Centres: 25th & 26th November\n\nKey Details\nLocation: Oakley House, Tetbury Road, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 1US\nContract Type: Permanent\nHours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday\nStart Date: September 2027\nBelong @ Sumer\nAt Sumer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment, not just as buzzwords, but as the heartbeat of our team. 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