NACFB and Hitachi launch apprenticeship scheme

NACFB and Hitachi launch apprenticeship scheme




The NACFB has announced its first ever apprenticeship scheme in partnership with Hitachi Capital Business Finance….

The NACFB has announced its first ever apprenticeship scheme in partnership with Hitachi Capital Business Finance.

The project will provide training and enable the apprentice, post-training, to establish himself or herself as an independent broker.

In the current climate where the City is looking to create new jobs and bring in a new generation of talent, the scheme is recognised as something which the industry needs to address.

Chief Executive of the NACFB, Adam Tyler, says the NACFB recognise that there is a need for young talent to be developed.

“The average age of our commercial finance brokers is increasing and we need to invest in new talent for the future,” said Adam.

“The cost of training can be prohibitive, so being able to finance a talented individual is something we are proud to be able to offer.”

Competition for a place on the programme is set to be fierce and a panel with representatives from the NACFB and Hitachi Capital Business Finance will interview prospective candidates.

Hitachi will then cover the cost of the training for a 12 month period which will include a six month in-house position at its offices and six months with a commercial finance broker.

General Manager at Hitachi Capital Business Finance, Gavin Wraith-Carter, said they are committed to investing in the future and are excited by this opportunity.

“We have ensured the best training programme possible at a time when technology is changing the way brokers manage their business to deliver the specific skills this role requires,” said Gavin.

“With insight from a funder, a broker and with continual hands on support from our industry body, this individual will receive an exceptional start to a career within the asset finance market.

“It is vital we continue to support apprenticeships and hope the industry will continue to get behind the serious talent coming through.”

At the end of the training, the individual will be equipped with the necessary skills to set up their own business, or join an existing brokerage at an experienced level.
   

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