Finance Level 4 Apprenticeship (with progression to L7/CIMA)

We may close for applications earlier than 6th December due to high volumes, however this programme will not close any earlier than 22nd November 2026.

About this programme

Join our Finance team and be right at the heart of all the action. Dive right into exciting projects and learn on the job while studying for your CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) qualification.

Find out first-hand what it’s like to be a Finance professional for a leading entertainment brand. In Commercial Finance you will have the opportunity to influence key business decisions, support on new product launches, make recommendations on whether we should invest in a new TV show or a ground-breaking piece of technology as well as handle company-wide budgets. You’ll also enjoy a collaborative, caring culture that helps us achieve brilliant things. There’s only one place you’ll see action like this in your career – and that’s Sky.

What you’ll be doing

Develop your accounting skills over five years (one 2-year placement to help you settle into life at Sky, followed by three 1-year placements) that span the entire business: from content and channels to product development and technology, sales and Commercial. Each role will present a new set of challenges and opportunities to develop your skill set.

You’ll have our full support to study for your CIMA qualification – with fully funded study and exam days, graduate committee guidance and access to a buddy and tutor support. At Sky your team will support you to make sure your exams can be your number one priority while gaining relevant work experience – meaning that you’ll be able to join the world’s largest and leading professional body of Management Accountants.

Through your business rotations, you’ll learn how to set budgets and track against them, develop cases to support projects and investment decisions, analyse data to provide key insight, and collaborate with teams across the business to meet and exceed our business targets.

Apprenticeship qualification

Professional Accounting Technician Level 4 move onto level 7 (includes CIMA).

During your 5-year programme, you’ll be working towards CIMA Certificate level (Level 4 qualification) and then move onto CIMA Professional Level (Level 7 qualification). You’ll cover modules on fundamentals of accounting, economics and management, leading to more advanced courses as you progress through your studies.

Training provided by Kaplan, who are the UKs largest accountancy training provider, with validated experience. Courses are taught through in-person classroom learning, Live online classroom sessions or On-demand online learning to suit your lifestyle and learning style.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for a passionate individual with a genuine interest in Finance and how businesses make decisions. You don’t need previous finance experience, just curiosity, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn, alongside an interest in solving problems and working with others.

Skills that will help you thrive:

• Commercially minded and a problem-solver
• Collaborative and great with people
• A self-starter, eager to inspire change in an exciting and dynamic environment.

To be considered for this role, you must meet all of the following ESFA Government funding eligibility criteria.

• You will be above the statutory school leaver age when you begin the Level 4 apprenticeship in August 2027.
• When you begin the Level 7 Accountancy apprenticeship in August 2029, you will be:
  • aged between 16 and 21; and/or
  • under 25 years old and either a care leaver or subject to an Education, Health and Care Plan

(“EHCP”) (under the ESFA funding rules, an “Eligible Individual”)

• You haven’t studied to the same level as the apprenticeshipin the same subject matter
• You will have completed any current education by August 2027 and do not plan to be undertaking any education throughout the duration of the apprenticeship.
• You will have resided in the UK or Republic of Ireland for three years by August 2027, unless you have an exemption listed in Annex A of the document linked below.
• If you are on a time limited visa, your visa will not expire at any point during the apprenticeship programme.
• You have a minimum of five GCSEs A* - C (or equivalent grades 9-4), including English and Maths.
• You have a minimum of three A levels, grade A - C or equivalent, or will have these by August 2027.

Apprenticeship levy funding rules in England, which may be reviewed here for your reference: Apprenticeship Funding Rules

Right to work: Please be aware that Sky do not offer sponsorship for this role, employment is contingent on you having a valid right to work in the UK for the full duration of the programme. You can find information on the length of our programmes on the website.

Note: Sky does not provide relocation expenses for this role.

Please read the above carefully before continuing with your application. If you have any questions about the requirements, please contact us at apprenticeships@sky.uk

Your Application Journey

Here’s what to expect, step by step:

Step 1 – Apply online

Tell us a bit about yourself — your details, your degree, and anything else you think we should know (like part-time jobs, volunteering, or cool projects you’ve worked on). We'll also be checking your apprenticeship eligibility alongside the Apprenticeship Levy guidelines..

Once you hit submit, keep an eye on your inbox (and your junk folder!) — we’ll send you a link to start your digital assessments.

Please note, you can only apply to one programme per year.

Step 2 – Show us your skills

You’ll complete two online assessments that help us get to know you better - how you think, what motivates you, and how you might fit into the programme and Sky.

Don’t worry — you’ll get a chance to practice first, and we’ll send you tips to help you feel confident.

We understand that you might want to utilise AI to support your preparation for taking the assessments – understanding Sky etc. But we ask that you complete the assessments themselves without the assistance of AI.

Want to go a step further? Check out our Preparation Hub — it’s packed with practice exercises, insights into the assessment process, and stories from current grads and apprentices.You’ll even learn more about your values, learning style, and the kind of work that suits you.

Step 3 – In-Person assessment centre

If you make it to the final stage, we’ll invite you to an in-person assessment day.

You’ll take part in tasks designed to show us how you think, solve problems, and work with others — all while getting a real feel for what it’s like to work in Business at Sky.

We’ll let you know when to expect a decision after the day’s done.

Need adjustments? If you need us to make any adjustments to help you complete any stage of your application, let us know when you submit your application and someone from our Early Careers team will be in touch if we need more detail.

Where developing you begins

At Sky, your development starts from day one. Through personalised skills discovery, future-focused learning and real-world experiences, you'll build the confidence and skills to thrive. Along the way, you'll be supported by a dedicated Early Careers team, experienced mentors, buddies and managers, giving you the guidance, network and opportunities to make the most of your career from the very start.

So why wait?

Our apprenticeship is designed to put you at the centre of the action. You’ll learn, grow and help make the magic of Sky happen. Whatever your background, skills or passions, there’s an opportunity for you to explore. A career at Sky is where better begins.

Got questions? We’re here to help. Drop us a line at apprenticeships@sky.uk

If your application is successful, your offer will be subject to receiving a positive outcome from your Criminal Record Check, in addition to passing all apprenticeship eligibility checks as per government apprenticeship guidelines.

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button. Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.