Graduate Career Solutions
Graduate Area Manager Location: Birmingham SALARY: £24,000 - £27,000 per annum Kumon is a supplementary education provider, specialising in Maths and English programmes tailored to any ability. Founded in Japan in 1958, the Kumon Method allows children to manage their learning with the guidance of Instructors. The Kumon Graduate Program is a 6-month program with rotations of 2, 3, or 6 weeks in multiple departments across the business, tailored to offer graduates exposure to the business and equip them with the skills, attributes, and confidence to become effective Area Managers. The first 3 months are based in London where graduates will follow a dynamic, structured, and engaging learning and development plan, during which, dedicated time will be spent with the departments that ensure Kumon is always at the forefront in terms of technology, appeal, customer service, and business trend. To consolidate and apply this valuable learning, the final 6 months will be spent outside of London at one of our regional offices in the UK and this is truly an exceptional opportunity to see Kumon from a rarely seen perspective. There is also the possibility that you will be eligible to gain two weeks experience in an international office. The Kumon Graduate Program is a direct pathway to an Area Manager role where you will be partnering with our important franchisees. It is a strategic role that links directly to our business objectives. As an Area Manager, you will: Act as a coach, mentor, and confidante to the franchisees in your area Work strategically with your colleagues and counterparts in other areas to deliver growth Be a brand ambassador, protecting the integrity of The Kumon Method Develop recruitment and retention of students Improve practise of the Kumon Method Analyse Instructor and student progress Ensure continuous learning & development The ability to interact, engage, and influence is vital to succeed in this role, we expect all Kumon associates to have excellent communication skills, and contribute to our culture of openness, integrity, and to always be solutions oriented. In addition to excellent interpersonal skills, you must have: Recently graduated with a bachelor's degree, 2:2 or above. At least a grade B in GCSE Maths and English A full UK driving license The desire for a career in management Be passionate about the education sector. Able to relocate for the first 6 months of the program - at no cost to yourself. REF : G01 About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies
Graduate Area Manager Location: Birmingham SALARY: £24,000 - £27,000 per annum Kumon is a supplementary education provider, specialising in Maths and English programmes tailored to any ability. Founded in Japan in 1958, the Kumon Method allows children to manage their learning with the guidance of Instructors. The Kumon Graduate Program is a 6-month program with rotations of 2, 3, or 6 weeks in multiple departments across the business, tailored to offer graduates exposure to the business and equip them with the skills, attributes, and confidence to become effective Area Managers. The first 3 months are based in London where graduates will follow a dynamic, structured, and engaging learning and development plan, during which, dedicated time will be spent with the departments that ensure Kumon is always at the forefront in terms of technology, appeal, customer service, and business trend. To consolidate and apply this valuable learning, the final 6 months will be spent outside of London at one of our regional offices in the UK and this is truly an exceptional opportunity to see Kumon from a rarely seen perspective. There is also the possibility that you will be eligible to gain two weeks experience in an international office. The Kumon Graduate Program is a direct pathway to an Area Manager role where you will be partnering with our important franchisees. It is a strategic role that links directly to our business objectives. As an Area Manager, you will: Act as a coach, mentor, and confidante to the franchisees in your area Work strategically with your colleagues and counterparts in other areas to deliver growth Be a brand ambassador, protecting the integrity of The Kumon Method Develop recruitment and retention of students Improve practise of the Kumon Method Analyse Instructor and student progress Ensure continuous learning & development The ability to interact, engage, and influence is vital to succeed in this role, we expect all Kumon associates to have excellent communication skills, and contribute to our culture of openness, integrity, and to always be solutions oriented. In addition to excellent interpersonal skills, you must have: Recently graduated with a bachelor's degree, 2:2 or above. At least a grade B in GCSE Maths and English A full UK driving license The desire for a career in management Be passionate about the education sector. Able to relocate for the first 6 months of the program - at no cost to yourself. REF : G01 About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies
Matchtech
Wythenshawe, Manchester
Our client, a distinguished organisation within the engineering sector, is currently seeking a dedicated Scaffolding Learning Coach to join their team. This pivotal role involves coaching, mentoring, tutoring, and assessing students undertaking the Scaffolding - Level 2 Standard apprenticeship. The successful candidate will play a crucial part in developing apprentices' knowledge, skills, and behaviours both in the workplace and classroom settings. Key Responsibilities: Manage and maintain a caseload of learners and carry out regular learner interventions Ensure evidence for learning, achievement, funding, and Ofsted is captured effectively and timely Develop individualised learning programmes including Maths and English as per initial assessments Fulfil teaching requirements in both classroom and workshop environments Engage with learners' line managers to provide support, guidance, and opportunities for learning Plan the end-point assessment process with learners and employers Inspire and motivate learners to achieve their qualifications on time Deliver Maths and English, supporting learners' achievements and progress Ensure marking and feedback support learner development Work closely with IQAs on best practices and development needs Maintain positive working relationships with employers, ensuring progression and generating new leads Produce accurate and timely reports based on KPIs Contribute to the production of high-quality learning materials Promote safeguarding and the well-being of apprentices Job Requirements: Relevant sector experience and qualifications at a level 2 or higher Functional Skills Level 2 in English, Maths, and ICT or equivalent Ability to deliver high-quality, effective coaching Proficient in delivering engaging and interactive teaching sessions Excellent communication skills, both written and oral Proactive approach to learner performance and engagement Customer-focused, with the ability to present the organisation positively Continuous improvement mindset, seeking to enhance processes Desirable Skills: Coaching qualification Teaching qualification (Cert Ed/CTTLS/DTTLS) Knowledge of Government funded training CISRS competency to teach as a level 2 scaffolding instructor Assessor Qualification (TAQA, AVA, A1 or D32/33) Benefits: Fully flexible working pattern Competitive salary Provisions of all necessary equipment Generous annual leave entitlement Development opportunities through in-house programmes Employee discount schemes Birthday off Healthcare discounts If you are a proactive and dedicated individual with a passion for scaffolding and coaching, we encourage you to apply. Join our client's team and make a significant impact on the development of future industry professionals. Apply now!
Our client, a distinguished organisation within the engineering sector, is currently seeking a dedicated Scaffolding Learning Coach to join their team. This pivotal role involves coaching, mentoring, tutoring, and assessing students undertaking the Scaffolding - Level 2 Standard apprenticeship. The successful candidate will play a crucial part in developing apprentices' knowledge, skills, and behaviours both in the workplace and classroom settings. Key Responsibilities: Manage and maintain a caseload of learners and carry out regular learner interventions Ensure evidence for learning, achievement, funding, and Ofsted is captured effectively and timely Develop individualised learning programmes including Maths and English as per initial assessments Fulfil teaching requirements in both classroom and workshop environments Engage with learners' line managers to provide support, guidance, and opportunities for learning Plan the end-point assessment process with learners and employers Inspire and motivate learners to achieve their qualifications on time Deliver Maths and English, supporting learners' achievements and progress Ensure marking and feedback support learner development Work closely with IQAs on best practices and development needs Maintain positive working relationships with employers, ensuring progression and generating new leads Produce accurate and timely reports based on KPIs Contribute to the production of high-quality learning materials Promote safeguarding and the well-being of apprentices Job Requirements: Relevant sector experience and qualifications at a level 2 or higher Functional Skills Level 2 in English, Maths, and ICT or equivalent Ability to deliver high-quality, effective coaching Proficient in delivering engaging and interactive teaching sessions Excellent communication skills, both written and oral Proactive approach to learner performance and engagement Customer-focused, with the ability to present the organisation positively Continuous improvement mindset, seeking to enhance processes Desirable Skills: Coaching qualification Teaching qualification (Cert Ed/CTTLS/DTTLS) Knowledge of Government funded training CISRS competency to teach as a level 2 scaffolding instructor Assessor Qualification (TAQA, AVA, A1 or D32/33) Benefits: Fully flexible working pattern Competitive salary Provisions of all necessary equipment Generous annual leave entitlement Development opportunities through in-house programmes Employee discount schemes Birthday off Healthcare discounts If you are a proactive and dedicated individual with a passion for scaffolding and coaching, we encourage you to apply. Join our client's team and make a significant impact on the development of future industry professionals. Apply now!
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Job Profile If you are enthusiastic, committed and looking to apply what you've learned to real world financial experience, we have a role for you. Our global markets teams operate in all major financial markets and develop sophisticated financial solutions to help clients manage risk, increase returns and solve complex financial problems. Globally, we hold key positions across all major financial markets. This approach means you'll be part of an energetic team, helping to solve a range of stimulating and interesting business issues. Your work and contributions will be valuable to the team from the start. Job Summary As an Intern in the Markets team, you will spend your time exploring the sophisticated financial solutions we deliver across asset classes. The skills you develop and the professional network you build and support will serve as a solid foundation for your career. Dedicated instructors and JPMorgan Chase professionals will teach you about our history, the scale and scope of our organisation today and our exciting plans for tomorrow. We'll teach you technical and practical skills that will help suitably prepare you for your desk. The off cycle internship is a 3 6 month programme offered in select European locations, with intakes in each quarter of the year and is a pipeline to the full analyst programme for the next available intake once your internship has been completed successfully. The programme is an opportunity to take your career to the next level through hands on experience, relevant skills training and valuable professional networking. Based on your personal and collaborative achievements, those who successfully complete the program may receive offers of full time employment for the analyst programme. Job Responsibilities Support senior colleagues with key research, evaluation and preparatory work. Monitor markets, develop trade ideas, conduct portfolio reviews, and learn about the solutions and products we offer for clients to manage any market conditions. Required Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills Graduation date from June 2025 through to October 2026. Proficient verbal and written communication skills for the country to which you are applying. Willing to take on some responsibility and manage your own projects in collaboration with your colleagues. Interest in global financial markets. Investigative and quantitative skills, flexibility, and attention to detail. Enjoy and thrive in a collaborative environment. Well rounded academic background that includes details of extra curricular positions. To be eligible for an off cycle internship, you need to have graduated if you have read your degree in the UK, or experience must be part of your degree programme if studying in mainland Europe or the Middle East. Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills For our Trading and Structuring tracks, it is useful to enjoy numerical and quantitative work. Not all hiring desks require specific languages, however there will be some that do. Please ensure you accurately list your language fluency skills on your application form to help us identify the most appropriate opportunities for you. We recommend that you apply to one Markets program only. Application Deadline Monday 31st August 2026 About Us JPMorgan Chase has operated in Europe for nearly 200 years and has a sophisticated local market presence across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Within the region, JPMorgan Chase has an unparalleled client base and leadership across the spectrum of financial services products. The regional head office in London is complemented by a strong regional footprint, with offices in all major financial centres. What You Can Expect As part of the application process, you will be asked to preference (where available) two of the four tracks within Markets (Trading, Structuring & Origination, Sales or Research). Make sure that you are familiar with the roles, responsibilities and skillsets required for each track to ensure suitability before submitting your two preferences. This process will also involve you providing details on all fluent languages, your graduation dates and availability. This is a pooled recruitment process whereby you will be considered for available roles that are to be recruited during your availability. Roles are recruited for quarterly with start dates in Q1 January, Q2 April, Q3 July and Q4 October. Assessment Centres would usually take place at least four months before any of the four quarterly start dates. Available Tracks Our Global Markets teams operate in all major financial markets and develop sophisticated financial solutions to help clients manage risk, increase returns and solve complex financial problems. Globally, we hold key positions across all major financial markets. This approach means you'll be part of an energetic team, helping to solve a range of stimulating and interesting business issues. Trading at J.P. Morgan is a unique insight into global markets - we provide liquidity to clients in all major asset classes and pride ourselves on our fast execution, market share and e trading platforms. A trader's role is to respond to and encourage client enquiries, manage the resulting risk, and understand and respond to market moving events. Trading is detail focused, mentally stimulating and requires detailed evaluations. Structuring & Origination within Markets is a hybrid group inclusive of Sales, Trading and Banking. J.P. Morgan has a dedicated team of professionals servicing the structured product requirements of our clients. The team offers a broad range of innovative investor products, liability management and hedging solutions. J.P. Morgan offers a wide range of derivatives products to institutional investors, distributors, corporates and private investors. Sales teams help corporate and institutional clients navigate the breadth of J.P. Morgan's product offerings across Markets and Platform Services, focusing on matching the firm's resources to our clients' needs. The Sales community build relationships with clients and package tailor made solutions that meet the needs of a wide array of clients. To make this distinction possible, salespeople have a wide knowledge of multiple products, and proactively engage with clients and suggest trade ideas. A salesperson typically has collaborative communication and interpersonal skills, an investigative mind, is a capable multi tasker and team orientated. Digital Markets: This role requires a strategic thinker with an interest in digital assets, operational flows and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional teams. You will support and manage digital asset projects within our Digital Markets division. You will be responsible for coordinating initiatives related to intraday repo, other digital assets trading initiatives and wider engagement with market infrastructures on digital asset topics, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements. You will develop and execute product strategies that drive innovation and growth in digital markets, engaging with market infrastructures and external partners to advance digital asset initiatives and foster industry collaboration in support of the wider markets digital asset agenda. Across all tracks, you'll support senior colleagues with important research, analysis and preparatory work. You will monitor markets, develop trade ideas, conduct portfolio reviews, and learn about the solutions and products we offer for clients to manage any market conditions. Your work and contributions will be valuable to the team from the start. Expert instructors and JPMorgan Chase professionals will teach you about our history, the scale and scope of our organization today and our ambitious plans for tomorrow. We'll teach you technical and practical skills that will help you hit the ground running. At JPMorgan Chase, we equip our Markets teams with the skills to thrive in a data driven and evolving business environment. New analysts and associates receive training in coding and data analysis, enabling them to create tools that automate tasks and improve decision making. Our focus on learning fosters innovation and adaptability, helping our teams succeed for our clients. Join us to be part of a team that values growth and excellence in the dynamic world of markets. What's Next? Help us learn about you by submitting a complete and thoughtful application, which includes your resume. Your application and resume is a way for us to initially get to know you, so it's important to complete all relevant application questions so we have as much information about you as possible. To start the application, you will be prompted to enter your email address. Your email address will be used to create and maintain your profile so make sure it is one you will have long term access to. Do not use an email address with ".edu or .ac.uk" extension as doing so could result in delays receiving updates regarding your candidacy. After you confirm your application, we will review it to establish suitability for the role you have applied for. If you are advanced to the next step of the process, you'll receive an email invitation to complete a video interview with an integrated mathematics test, powered by HireVue. This is your opportunity to further bring your resume to life and showcase your experience for our recruiting team and hiring managers . click apply for full job details
Job Profile If you are enthusiastic, committed and looking to apply what you've learned to real world financial experience, we have a role for you. Our global markets teams operate in all major financial markets and develop sophisticated financial solutions to help clients manage risk, increase returns and solve complex financial problems. Globally, we hold key positions across all major financial markets. This approach means you'll be part of an energetic team, helping to solve a range of stimulating and interesting business issues. Your work and contributions will be valuable to the team from the start. Job Summary As an Intern in the Markets team, you will spend your time exploring the sophisticated financial solutions we deliver across asset classes. The skills you develop and the professional network you build and support will serve as a solid foundation for your career. Dedicated instructors and JPMorgan Chase professionals will teach you about our history, the scale and scope of our organisation today and our exciting plans for tomorrow. We'll teach you technical and practical skills that will help suitably prepare you for your desk. The off cycle internship is a 3 6 month programme offered in select European locations, with intakes in each quarter of the year and is a pipeline to the full analyst programme for the next available intake once your internship has been completed successfully. The programme is an opportunity to take your career to the next level through hands on experience, relevant skills training and valuable professional networking. Based on your personal and collaborative achievements, those who successfully complete the program may receive offers of full time employment for the analyst programme. Job Responsibilities Support senior colleagues with key research, evaluation and preparatory work. Monitor markets, develop trade ideas, conduct portfolio reviews, and learn about the solutions and products we offer for clients to manage any market conditions. Required Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills Graduation date from June 2025 through to October 2026. Proficient verbal and written communication skills for the country to which you are applying. Willing to take on some responsibility and manage your own projects in collaboration with your colleagues. Interest in global financial markets. Investigative and quantitative skills, flexibility, and attention to detail. Enjoy and thrive in a collaborative environment. Well rounded academic background that includes details of extra curricular positions. To be eligible for an off cycle internship, you need to have graduated if you have read your degree in the UK, or experience must be part of your degree programme if studying in mainland Europe or the Middle East. Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills For our Trading and Structuring tracks, it is useful to enjoy numerical and quantitative work. Not all hiring desks require specific languages, however there will be some that do. Please ensure you accurately list your language fluency skills on your application form to help us identify the most appropriate opportunities for you. We recommend that you apply to one Markets program only. Application Deadline Monday 31st August 2026 About Us JPMorgan Chase has operated in Europe for nearly 200 years and has a sophisticated local market presence across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Within the region, JPMorgan Chase has an unparalleled client base and leadership across the spectrum of financial services products. The regional head office in London is complemented by a strong regional footprint, with offices in all major financial centres. What You Can Expect As part of the application process, you will be asked to preference (where available) two of the four tracks within Markets (Trading, Structuring & Origination, Sales or Research). Make sure that you are familiar with the roles, responsibilities and skillsets required for each track to ensure suitability before submitting your two preferences. This process will also involve you providing details on all fluent languages, your graduation dates and availability. This is a pooled recruitment process whereby you will be considered for available roles that are to be recruited during your availability. Roles are recruited for quarterly with start dates in Q1 January, Q2 April, Q3 July and Q4 October. Assessment Centres would usually take place at least four months before any of the four quarterly start dates. Available Tracks Our Global Markets teams operate in all major financial markets and develop sophisticated financial solutions to help clients manage risk, increase returns and solve complex financial problems. Globally, we hold key positions across all major financial markets. This approach means you'll be part of an energetic team, helping to solve a range of stimulating and interesting business issues. Trading at J.P. Morgan is a unique insight into global markets - we provide liquidity to clients in all major asset classes and pride ourselves on our fast execution, market share and e trading platforms. A trader's role is to respond to and encourage client enquiries, manage the resulting risk, and understand and respond to market moving events. Trading is detail focused, mentally stimulating and requires detailed evaluations. Structuring & Origination within Markets is a hybrid group inclusive of Sales, Trading and Banking. J.P. Morgan has a dedicated team of professionals servicing the structured product requirements of our clients. The team offers a broad range of innovative investor products, liability management and hedging solutions. J.P. Morgan offers a wide range of derivatives products to institutional investors, distributors, corporates and private investors. Sales teams help corporate and institutional clients navigate the breadth of J.P. Morgan's product offerings across Markets and Platform Services, focusing on matching the firm's resources to our clients' needs. The Sales community build relationships with clients and package tailor made solutions that meet the needs of a wide array of clients. To make this distinction possible, salespeople have a wide knowledge of multiple products, and proactively engage with clients and suggest trade ideas. A salesperson typically has collaborative communication and interpersonal skills, an investigative mind, is a capable multi tasker and team orientated. Digital Markets: This role requires a strategic thinker with an interest in digital assets, operational flows and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional teams. You will support and manage digital asset projects within our Digital Markets division. You will be responsible for coordinating initiatives related to intraday repo, other digital assets trading initiatives and wider engagement with market infrastructures on digital asset topics, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements. You will develop and execute product strategies that drive innovation and growth in digital markets, engaging with market infrastructures and external partners to advance digital asset initiatives and foster industry collaboration in support of the wider markets digital asset agenda. Across all tracks, you'll support senior colleagues with important research, analysis and preparatory work. You will monitor markets, develop trade ideas, conduct portfolio reviews, and learn about the solutions and products we offer for clients to manage any market conditions. Your work and contributions will be valuable to the team from the start. Expert instructors and JPMorgan Chase professionals will teach you about our history, the scale and scope of our organization today and our ambitious plans for tomorrow. We'll teach you technical and practical skills that will help you hit the ground running. At JPMorgan Chase, we equip our Markets teams with the skills to thrive in a data driven and evolving business environment. New analysts and associates receive training in coding and data analysis, enabling them to create tools that automate tasks and improve decision making. Our focus on learning fosters innovation and adaptability, helping our teams succeed for our clients. Join us to be part of a team that values growth and excellence in the dynamic world of markets. What's Next? Help us learn about you by submitting a complete and thoughtful application, which includes your resume. Your application and resume is a way for us to initially get to know you, so it's important to complete all relevant application questions so we have as much information about you as possible. To start the application, you will be prompted to enter your email address. Your email address will be used to create and maintain your profile so make sure it is one you will have long term access to. Do not use an email address with ".edu or .ac.uk" extension as doing so could result in delays receiving updates regarding your candidacy. After you confirm your application, we will review it to establish suitability for the role you have applied for. If you are advanced to the next step of the process, you'll receive an email invitation to complete a video interview with an integrated mathematics test, powered by HireVue. This is your opportunity to further bring your resume to life and showcase your experience for our recruiting team and hiring managers . click apply for full job details
