About the Company:

At Corless & Associates, we have been helping our customers look after their financial needs for over 20 years. We have a growing customer base and a reputation for reliability and efficiency and are committed to our customers.

About the Apprentice programme

Are you an ambitious, driven individual looking to make an impact from day one? Join our 3 year Graduate Programme designed for those eager to work on real-world projects in a dynamic and fast-paced financial brokerage environment.

This opportunity is a three-year fixed term contract apprentice scheme that provides exposure to all aspects of our business, allowing you to develop your technical expertise as well as professional skills.

While on the programme, in addition to gaining on the job insurance experience, you will complete the insurance industry professional qualifications APA and CIP/QFA as well as a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Insurance Practice (Apprenticeship) which is Level 8 on the NFQ awarded by ATU Sligo.

When you join Corless & Associates, you will receive a tailored induction and will be assigned a business supervisor and mentor to provide support throughout the scheme.

We will work with you to enable you to reach your development goals and aspirations for your career at Corless & Associates. In return, we expect you to bring the commitment and drive to add significant value to the company.

About the Job Role
This structured programme offers hands-on experience across a variety of areas and has already proven to be a powerful launchpad for graduates. In fact, two members of the MSISS class of 2023 joined us last year and are now thriving – leading key initiatives and delivering measurable results across the business. If you’re proactive and curious about the financial services sector, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Gain Exposure To

• Client-facing financial advisory work
• Investment, compliance, legal, and regulatory functions
• Property and real estate projects with a strong analytical focus
• Cross-functional collaboration across advisory and support teams

What We Offer

• A high-impact, real-world learning experience
• Mentorship and support from experienced professionals
• Full support to achieve your QFA (Qualified Financial Adviser) certification
• A collaborative and growth-oriented culture

About You

• Focused, diligent & be committed to work and studying for a level 8 education programme at the same time.
• Able to communicate effectively (in both written and verbal form.)
• Willing to be part of a team.
• Committing to the customer.
• Take ownership & accountability for own actions and responsibilities.
• Have attention to detail and time management.
• Have the ability to manage own workload
• Strong relationship building skills.
• Aptitude to make real time decisions based on changing information.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Problem solving abilities.

Benefits of Working in Corless & Associates

• Generous salary
• Pension scheme
• Education and development support
• International assignment opportunities to London
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Convenient location

Minimum Entry Level Requirements

• Be 18 years of age or older.
• Mature students – if over 23 years there are no minimum educational requirements - documented interview required.
• FETAC Level 5 qualification holders*
• Between 18 and under 23 years – Leaving certificate, minimum of 160 points to include two honours in higher level paper and passes in Maths and English/Irish with specific requirements on grades/levels

Interested applicants should ask themselves the following key questions before applying

• Do I meet the minimum entry level requirements?
• Can I commit to a three-year contract of apprenticeship?
• Do I have the self-motivation and time management skills to study at a BA (Hons) level and work at the same time?
• Can I be diligent and committed to all aspects of work, training, and education?
• Do I have the ability to communicate effectively both with customers and in a team?
• Can I take ownership and accountability for my own actions and responsibilities?
• Can I contribute €600 annually for three years (reduced student registration charge)?

Application Process and Timeframes

• Application submission with CV to: grace.king@marlin.com
• Application submission please submit by: 31st July 2025
• Planned start date: ASAP