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About Align Property Partners
We are one of the largest multi-discipline building design consultancies in the North of England. A limited company, wholly owned by North Yorkshire Council, we are collaborative in the way we work. The services we offer include Architecture, Sustainability, Building Surveying, Project Management, Civil & Structural, Transport Planning, Bridges, Highways & Drainage Engineering, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, CDM, Property Advisory & Estate Management.
We are dynamic and diverse in our approach to projects, our services range from valuing small gardens to working on multi-million-pound listed structures including schools, fire stations, care homes and other public and commercial buildings across the UK. We are in continuous development of new projects with North Yorkshire Council and other public and private sector clients, and it is an exciting time to join us as we continue to evolve.
Since September 2021, Align Property Partners have taken on 28 apprentices who are each offered sponsored training with a progression through to degree level. From building surveying through to civil, structural and highway engineering, an apprenticeship at our multi-disciplinary company offers a fantastic chance for you to develop your skills and a clear pathway for future career progression.
We are looking for our next group of apprentices to start their careers with us in September 2025, through a fully funded degree apprenticeship, giving you the opportunity to earn whilst combining theory and professional practice.
To find out more about the degree apprenticeships we are offering, click on the drop down menu below.
Current Vacancies
Location: Northallerton
Hours: Permanent/ Apprenticeship/ Inc. part time education
37.5 hrs per week for age 21 and under
40 Hours per week for over the age of 21
Salary/Rate From £15,000 - £19,700 dependent on ages, and course level (All college fees will be paid by Align Property Services)
Align Property Services is looking for a driven individual, eager to learn and committed to a career in finance and accounting, to join our team in Northallerton as an Apprentice Accounting Technician.
You will receive full training, and it is expected that you will achieve a Level 3 / 4 AAT through day-release to college, which will compromise of a mix of both online and onsite required attendance.
This is a fantastic opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career combining mentorship, theory, and professional practice.
Align Property Services, who are we?
We are an award-winning building design consultancy, recently named Regional Energy Consultancy and Regional New Build Project of the Year for our work with Darlington Borough Council at the North East Energy Efficiency Awards, where it was recognised as national best practice.
Align Property Services is a Limited Company, wholly owned by North Yorkshire Council and we are one of the largest multi-discipline building design consultancies in the North of England. We are collaborative in the way we work, offering a broad range of services in Architecture, Sustainability, Building Surveying, Project Management, Civil & Structural, Transport Planning, Bridges, Highways & Drainage Engineering, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, CDM, Property Advisory & Estate Management.
We are dynamic and diverse in our approach to projects, from valuing small gardens to multi-million-pound listed structures including schools, fire stations, care homes and other public and commercial buildings across the UK. We are in continuous development of new projects with North Yorkshire Council and other public and private sector clients, and it is an exciting time to join us as we continue to evolve.
As an Apprentice Accounting Technician, you will:
You will develop your skills and gain hands-on experience in key areas of accounting. As part of your training, you will learn bookkeeping, including how to maintain accurate financial records and reconcile accounts in line with accounting standards. You will assist in Final Accounts Preparation, helping to compile year-end financial statements such as profit and loss accounts and balance sheets. Training will also cover Management Accounting: Costing, where you’ll explore cost analysis, reporting, and support budgeting processes. You’ll gain practical knowledge of Indirect Tax, including the preparation of VAT returns and understanding tax compliance. A strong emphasis will be placed on Ethics for Accountants, ensuring you uphold integrity and professionalism in all financial activities. Additionally, you will develop proficiency in Spreadsheets for Accounting, using tools like Excel to analyse data, build financial models, and streamline reporting tasks.
This is a fantastic opportunity to build a solid foundation for a successful career in accounting, for a full outline of the responsibilities and requirements, please view the job description
In return, you'll receive a structured apprenticeship program, weekly day release to college, travel expenses covered, 25 days of annual leave, and opportunities for professional development. A competitive salary and clear progression path will be provided as you advance.
Essential requirements:
- Minimum 5 GCSE Grades A-C/5-9 including Maths and English
- To be eligible for the Level 4, you will have already obtained a Diploma in Accounting Level 3 or PE1
- Be willing to undertake the part time Level 3/4 AAT course
- Good IT proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Office.
- Good communication skills both written and verbal.
- Driving Licence or willing/working towards obtaining a UK Driving Licence
As part of the interview process, the successful candidate will be asked to attend a separate interview at the chosen college to confirm suitability for the role and to determine your understanding of the expectations associated with the apprenticeship standard.
You can review the standards associated with the course at:
Level 3 Assistant accountant / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education
About the Qualification:
You will obtain a Level 3/4 AAT qualification that will compromise of AAT modules, each of which will be assessed by an end of module exam. At the end of the course, you will complete an End of Point Assessment, which usually consists of a synoptic assessment, portfolio of work and a reflective discussion.
How to Apply:
To apply, please send your CV and Supporting Statement to Danielle McDowell (Resourcing Specialist) at danielle.mcdowell@northyorks.gov.uk
Please ensure that your CV is current and includes your contact details and all relevant qualifications. In your supporting statement, please explain your motivation for applying, how you feel you meet the criteria outlined in the Person Specification.
To discuss this position in further detail please contact Danielle McDowell on 07977 743 718.
Closing Date: Monday 16th of June 2025
Interviews are expected to be held on the 1st and 2nd of July 2025
Align Property Services Ltd is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief.
Please note, we do not accept applications from agencies and can only consider applications from individuals with right to work within the UK.
We reserve the right to remove this vacancy in the event of the position being filled before the proposed deadline. Interviews will take place in one of our Northallerton office.
Meet some of our apprentices
Looking to the future
When thinking about the future of Align Property Partners the following words come to mind: expansion, strength and excellence. We have already made significant progress in expanding our client base having recently opened offices in Cumbria and West Yorkshire. We are now looking to expand our services into South Yorkshire, along with a view to moving into Lancashire and beyond to realise our ambition to be the leading multi-design business in the North of England.

We are in the fortunate position of having a large number of public and private sector clients; these strong partnerships provide a stable platform to develop our company and grow our reputation. Although we are very much a stand-alone commercial organisation, the financial stability from our public sector contracts and public sector share-holder provides us with the resource to invest in ambitious growth.
Building on our track record of excellence, is what drives us. Our talented teams are individually creative and united in their ambition to push the boundaries in what we can achieve for our clients. We are ambitious and keen to further elevate our design excellence and innovation to be recognised as industry pioneers.

Our focus
Our focus now lies on realising the opportunity our unique position in the market provides us: achieving ambitious growth, continuing to develop our reputation and linking with new clients, and sectors such as LZC (Low or zero Carbon) sustainable solutions, delivering innovative client centred design solutions to expand our service offer.
Contact Us
If you would like to have a quick chat about our apprentice opportunities before you apply, please contact Danielle McDowell from The Resourcing Solutions team, our recruitment partner, on 07977743718 or email danielle.mcdowell@northyorks.gov.uk
We look forward to hearing from you!






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