Graduate – Finance

Premier Foods – Finance Graduate Scheme 2026

Based in Manchester, St Albans and possibly one of our manufacturing sites over the 3 years.

We’re looking for outstanding graduates to join our 3‑year development programme, with the drive and passion to make a difference to our business, and who have the potential to become our future leaders.

Finance is a critical function to drive our business forward, and you will work in three different rotations that include business partnering our operating segments – Marketing, Commercial, International, Procurement, Manufacturing and Logistics – and more central roles within FP&A and our Transactional Finance Shared Service centre. These various roles will span Manchester, St Albans and one of our manufacturing sites. Your first role is likely to be based in Manchester.

The scheme is designed to give you the right foundation and breadth in finance. You will be part of driving business performance, providing insightful information to enable informed, timely and agile decision making across the business and to maintain strong financial control across the Group.

Following a 2‑week induction programme (which will include time spent at one or more of our factories to understand all about Food Manufacturing), you’ll work closely within the finance team you have been assigned on a structured development programme across three, one‑year placements.

What will you get from us?

• A great induction! Including time in our Head Office and at least one of our Manufacturing locations
• Funding and study support to gain an industry recognised finance qualification (e.g. CIMA, ACCA)
• A fantastic opportunity to gain valuable finance experience and exposure in your three placement roles
• During the scheme you will attend various off‑job training courses that will support your personal development
• A mentor to give you guidance and support throughout the scheme
• A structured development plan including regular reviews and feedback from your line manager
• The opportunity to work alongside experienced finance professionals and learn on‑the‑job all of our processes and ways of working. You will be given early responsibility which will give you exposure to key business activity
• At the end of the scheme, we will continue to support your career progression and development, the pace of which will be dictated by two things – your personal capability and potential and the right opportunity becoming available

What will we expect from you?

• To take ownership for your own learning and show commitment to the scheme and to the role you perform
• Team player – we are all in it together here at Premier Foods
• The drive, self‑motivation and commitment to completing exam and study requirements alongside managing the responsibilities of your placement roles
• We operate Hybrid working. This means working part of the week in the office and part of the week at home. You can work 5 days in the office if you want to, but we expect office based employees to be in the office at least 2‑3 days a week.
• Our graduates play a role in supporting our ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) strategy, primarily around being charity/volunteering champions

Do you offer…?

• Degree qualified (Finance / Accounting, Economics, Maths, Engineering preferred but not essential)
• The permanent right to work in the UK (with no visa restrictions)
• Geographical mobility in the UK throughout the duration of the scheme
• Prepared to study towards CIMA/ACCA

The Package And Benefits

• Starting salary – £30,000 per annum
• Attractive benefits package including 25 days holiday plus statutory holidays, pension scheme, life assurance, sharesave scheme, employee discount scheme including travel, food and shopping discounts
• Full funding and study support for your finance qualification
• Relocation support loan
• Employee assistance scheme
• A real community of like‑minded fellow graduates
• A Business Mentor
• More than 10 days of off‑job development workshops covering such topics as communication, presentation and influencing skills

Ready to apply?

Click apply, submitting an up‑to‑date CV tailored to this opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you.

A Great British Food Company

Premier Foods is one of Britain’s biggest listed food companies, employing over 4,000 colleagues at 13 manufacturing sites and offices up and down the country.

Many of our brands have been part of UK life for more than a century and you’ll find them in 90% of British households.

At Premier Foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome.