Asset Alliance Group (AAG) is a subsidiary of Arbuthnot Latham which has been associated with Banking since 1833.  AAG serves the commercial vehicle, bus, coach, and general asset finance sectors with tailored award-winning lending, contract hire, rental and finance packages. It is a full-service finance and leasing business.

Diverse and talented, with exceptionally high professional standards and a passion to deliver the very best for our clients, our people are our most vital asset. Rewarding and challenging, the Arbuthnot Latham Group prides itself on encouraging colleagues to reach their full potential within a supportive and progressive environment. Our value-led culture underpins everything we do and we believe that every colleague contributes to the growth and success of the business.

We offer one graduate programme (details below), but the opportunities sit within specific group functions.  This graduate programme role sits within Asset Alliance Group’s IT Department.  Over the next few years the team will be involved in a number of innovative investment projects, including the integration of the current business system with key new technologies. This is designed to unlock new opportunities for the business in insight, data and additional customer support initiatives.

The Graduate Programme

Our 2-year programme starting on 1st September 2025 is designed to provide you with the skills and experience to help you progress your career and contribute to AAG’s and Arbuthnot Latham’s continuing success.

The Graduate Programme is designed for candidates graduating in 2025 seeking an entry level professional position. It will be delivered in a way that immerses you in your department, provides  overviews from other divisions of the Group, exposure to Senior Leaders and opportunities to work on projects. During the programme, you can expect to:

Work as part of a diverse team contributing to their team deliverables

• Build a breadth of experience through on-the-job learning including the business analysis, process design, delivery of system enhancements, system support, maintenance, architecture, testing, project management and governance
• Take part in a structured training programme covering technical industry knowledge, professional and soft skills
• Gain an understanding of our products and services and how they meet the needs of our clients
• Be empowered to build your leadership skills and agile thinking
• Develop relationship management skills and build your professional network
• Contribute your ideas and knowledge to a project
• Gain exposure to senior leaders, mentors and different areas of the Group

On successful completion of the programme, you'll be well positioned to take on a permanent role with us and begin a meaningful career in AAG.

Person Specification:

Knowledge / Experience / Skills

• Ability to manage your workload and balance multiple demands and priorities
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Strong numerical skills, data analysis, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Aptitude for learning and willingness to develop
• High level of confidentiality, diplomacy, and discretion
• Collaborative, team-based approach
• Ability to quickly adapt to change and learn new technologies
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications
• Strong interest in financial markets or banking
• Relevant degree

Competencies

• Performance Focus
• Planning and Reviewing
• Customer Focus
• Working Proactively
• Problem Solving & Judgment
• Team Working
• Communication & Confidence

Our Values

Our values define who we are. They ensure that we approach our work, our colleagues and our clients in the right way. Being a relationship-led organisation makes this all the more important. We know what we do as a business, our values guide how we do it.

• Integrity
• Energy & Drive
• Empowerment
• Respect
• Collaboration

Application Process

We aim to make our application process as simple and as straight forward as possible, but also want to ensure candidates have the appropriate skills for the roles that they are applying for. Registration is simple and, if eligible for the programme, you will be sent a 30-45 minute online assessment as part of the application process. If you are successful at the assessment we will be in touch shortly after to arrange the two stage interview process. The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK. Our early career roles are not eligible for company visa sponsorship. The job vacancy for this programme will be open until we receive enough applications. When that happens, we’ll close the programme to new submissions. Please complete your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out.