Higher Level Degree Apprentice - BSc Business Technology

• Are you torn between wanting to go to Uni to further your education, and getting a job to start earning some money?  Here at CME Group in Belfast, we could have the solution……. We’re looking for keen, enthusiastic, inquisitive, driven, school or college leavers with a passion for Business in our progressive technology world, to join us as a Higher Level Degree Apprentice. 

   

  In 2024, we were presented with the Business in the Community Northern Ireland Award for Skills and Education.  We saw our first 2 apprentices graduate from our award winning Technology apprenticeship, and begin full time roles with us.  We  are continuing to expand our fantastic apprenticeship program.

  We’ve partnered with Ulster University, to create a programme where you’ll be studying aBusiness Technology BSc (Hons) degree, one day per week, and working for CME Group in Belfast, 4 days a week.  The degree is 4 years in duration.

   

  The Business Technology degree develops skills in subjects that include Business Analysis, Accounting, Programming, Business Management, Databases, Governance and Ethics, Data Analytics and Strategic Business Planning.  This can be practically applied and enhanced through insights into our Compliance, Accounting, Technology and Business Operations teams.

  Working alongside our supportive teams, you’ll have the opportunity to apply the practical content of your degree course,  as you contribute to delivery of real key projects.  You’ll be learning, earning, developing and studying as a valued member of CME Group in Belfast.

   

  What do you need to demonstrate:

  • GCSE grade B or above in English & Maths

  •  A Levels - achieved or expected to achieve by August 2025 predicted grades of BBB or above, ideally in STEM or Business related subjects

  • A passion for business, team working, leadership and problem solving, demonstrated by activities inside and outside of school

  • Drive, commitment and eagerness to learn

  • Good communication and collaboration skills

  • Examples of all of these skills, through experience gained in extracurricular activities

   

  What will you get

  • Full funding for a BSc (Hons) Business Technology degree with Ulster University

  • A competitive apprenticeship salary, with benefits such as pension, health and dental care.

  • A supportive, nurturing learning environment with a professional training and support program, which will include on the job training, self-paced and classroom training, covering business acumen, technology and soft skills.

  • Variation of tasks, with insights into many different teams, within a Global Financial Technology business.

  • Working with teams of great individuals, passionate about what they do. 

  • Valuable experience of working in a global corporate, within a local office in 

  • To be part of our Early Career Program - with mentors and buddies - including apprentices, interns and graduates.

  • Opportunities to join many employee groups to collaborate with like minded individuals - such as our Green team, our charity committee or our social committee.

   

  This is an opportunity to gain your degree and leave University with no debt, earn some decent money and practically apply the theory learnt in your degree, with mentors and team members to provide ongoing coaching and support.  

  What will you be working on?

  No two days are the same, you could be:

  • Analysing expense spend for the Business Entity

  • Forecasting a budget for next year

  • Organising an event, like a corporate box at the Belfast Giants Game (and attending too)

  • Investigating funding opportunities for Research and Development

  • Planning Google Cloud Platform training (we recently signed a billion dollar deal with Google)

  • Procuring anything for Regional Offices – from technology to a pool table.

  • Creating and collating a presentation for over 400 Belfast staff

  • Presenting in your old school

  • Planning the relocation of a team with all their technology

  • Taking part in a Business Continuity Scenario

  • Migrating a service from one platform to another

   

   

  The Collaboration Systems Business Operations team cover all aspects of supporting a Global Financial Technology Business – including Telecoms Billing, Mobile phones, Project Management, Secure Storage, Relationships with Industry Peers, Government and Academia, Financial Planning and Control for Technology, Training, Management Reporting, Events (Internal and External), Procurement, Corporate Communications, Early Career Program, Business Continuity, Asset Management.

  The Teams we support are Technology, Legal, HR, Marketing, Clearing Operations, Accounting and Finance, and Know Your Customer/Anti Money Laundering, and we are a key liaison for Global queries.

   

  Imagine leaving University with no debt, while, as a student, earning decent money, paid holiday and benefits, with no need to get a part time evening or weekend job. Being able to practically apply the theory learnt in your degree with mentors and team members to provide ongoing coaching and support.  

  If you are interested in building your career straight out of school or college, we'd love to hear from you

   

  Closing date: Friday March 14th 2025

   

  Shortlisted candidates will be asked to attend an online interview before the end of April.  Successful candidates will start the programme early September.

  Please note – this opportunity is not available via UCAS application. All candidates must evidence an existing right to work in the UK

   

  The successful candidate will be employed by CME Group, and apply in partnership with CME Group to Ulster University, to take one of the Apprenticeship places on the Business Technology BSc course.

   

   

   

   

  CME Group : Where Futures are Made

   

  CME Group is the world’s leading and most diverse derivatives marketplace. But who we are goes deeper than that. Here, you can impact markets worldwide. Transform industries. And build a career by shaping tomorrow. We invest in your success and you own it – all while working alongside a team of leading experts who inspire you in ways big and small. Problem solvers, difference makers, trailblazers. Those are our people. And we’re looking for more.

   

   

  At CME Group, we embrace our employees' diverse experiences, cultures and skills, and work to ensure that everyone’s perspectives are acknowledged and valued. As an equal opportunity employer, we recognize the importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace and consider all potential employees without regard to any protected characteristic. 

   

   

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