Discover the M&B Finance Graduate Scheme: Where numbers meet hospitality

Think finance is all about spreadsheets and number crunching? Think again. At Mitchells & Butlers (M&B), our Finance Graduate Scheme is where finance meets food, strategy meets service, and every decimal helps shape unforgettable guest experiences. 

Sure, we’re known for our pubs and restaurants, but M&B runs on more than great pints and Sunday roasts. Behind every perfectly poured drink is a finance team making smart decisions that keep the business thriving. 

What’s the M&B Finance Graduate Scheme all about?

Our three-year Finance Graduate Scheme gives you the chance to explore every corner of M&B’s finance world, from Brand Finance, where you’ll help drive business performance, to Financial Accounts, where you’ll keep our reporting sharp and compliant.

You’ll rotate across different finance teams, gaining hands-on experience and developing a broad skill set that sets you up for a long-term career in the business. Plus, you’ll study towards your CIMA or ACCA qualification, supported by generous study leave, exam time, and a seriously encouraging team.

So, whether your dream is to become a Finance Manager, Commercial Analyst, or something entirely new, this scheme gives you the tools, confidence, and flexibility to find your perfect fit. 

Tom’s journey: From Front of House to Finance

Tom studied Accounting at Durham University and spent a year working at a Stonehouse pub, where he first discovered M&B’s finance graduate scheme. 

“I liked the idea of working in hospitality,” he says, “because M&B’sa business where you can actually see the impact of your work, unlike consultancy, where you’re often a step removed.” 

Since joining, Tom’s completed two placements: one in Digital, focusing on takeaway and promotions, and another within the Premium Brands team, working closely with operations.

He’s also been working towards his CIMA qualification, supported by M&B’s study policy. “We get one day a week at college to focus on studying, and time off for exams too. It’s a really supportive environment.”

Next, Tom’s excited to explore areas like pricing, procurement, property, and insights before choosing a specialism. “Right now, I’m leaning towards a Finance Manager role, but the scheme gives you the flexibility to try different things before committing.”

Baron’s journey: From retail to reporting

Baron studied Business Management and came to M&B with experience in retail management and as an analyst at River Island. When he heard about the Finance Graduate Scheme, he was drawn to M&B’s fast-paced culture and welcoming atmosphere.

His first placement was in Digital Marketing and Data, where he worked on order-at-table reporting and analytics. Later, he joined the Restaurant division to deepen his analytical skills and understand how finance supports business agility in hospitality.

“One of my favourite things about M&B is how approachable everyone is,” he says. “The flexible working setup makes a big difference too, it helps you balance work, study, and life.”

Baron’s proudest moments include:

• Progressing through the CIMA qualification while working full-time
• Supporting key brand-wide reporting projects
• Getting involved in initiatives like Social Bite, which works to end homelessness

His long-term goal? To become a chartered accountant and land a permanent finance role at M&B.

Why choose the M&B Finance Graduate Scheme?

If you’re fresh out of uni or looking to kickstart your finance career in a place that’s anything but corporate, the M&B Finance Graduate Scheme might just be your next big move.

Here, you’ll get:

• Real responsibility from day one
• A friendly, down-to-earth team
• Qualifications that power your career forward
• A chance to work across iconic hospitality brands you already know and love

You won’t just learn finance, you’ll live it.

Ready to raise the bar on your finance career?

If the idea of combining finance with the buzz of hospitality sounds like your kind of challenge, keep your eyes peeled for the next M&B Finance Graduate Scheme intake. 

It’s more than a graduate scheme, it’s your launchpad into a rewarding, people-focused career that balances fun, challenge, and opportunity in equal measure.

Explore our finance graduate jobs and find your future with M&B.