Role: Accounts/Finance Assistant Apprentice (Level 2/3) - UK
Start date: September 2026
Location: Stonecross Office, Golborne & London Kentish Town Office
Additional information: Office based role for the duration of the Apprenticeship programme.
As an international business we also have opportunities available in Ireland.
About Us
Murphy is a leading international, multi-disciplined engineering and construction company founded in 1951 that improves life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and North America, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation, water, power and natural resources. We also have a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy employs more than 4,000 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, we work as 'One Murphy' by directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. There's more to Murphy.
Accounts/Finance Assistant Apprenticeship Programme
Over the course of taking on the Finance Apprenticeship role, you will become fully AAT qualified. The duration of the apprenticeship will be 3 years. During this time you will be exposed to various teams across the Finance Shared Service Centre:Project Support Master Data Accounts Payable Subcontractor Sales and Purchases Payroll Record to Report (including Fixed Assets)
How will I learn?
In short, by grabbing every chance you get. Alongside working on some fascinating, challenging and occasionally jaw-dropping projects, you'll also be part of our Murphy Learning programme, where everyone has ownership of their own training. You decide what skills you want to gain, with support and guidance from your manager. We call it the 70:20:10 principle, and it goes like this:
• 70% learning on the job, challenging yourself with new projects and responsibilities
• 20% learning through others, training and networking with senior managers, colleagues, and industry leaders
• 10% structured learning, choosing training courses that fit your needs and your team's aims
What do I need to be considered for the apprenticeship?
GCSE Maths and English at grade A*- D / 3-9 (or equivalent) You don't need to have previous experience for the role, but you do need to be ready to learn, have a positive mindset and a can-do attitude Eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit if applicable. Please note, that we do not provide sponsorship.
Additional Requirements
You will need a full UK driving licence due to the locations of projects.To provide you with the best development opportunities we may ask you to work away from your home location within the UK during your 2-year programme.Eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit if applicable. Please note, we do not provide sponsorship.Our
Recruitment Process
Our recruitment process consists of two stages:
1. Application including a CV
2. In-person final interview (which start from February 2026)
It's important to us that everybody has an equal chance to succeed, therefore if you'd like to discuss any reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process, please feel free to get in touch at
Please note: Should we receive a high volume of suitable applications we may choose to close our opportunities early. Therefore, to avoid missing out, we do recommend you submit your application asap.
Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.