Placement title: Finance (3 positions) Location: Chiswick, London Role type: Work placement commencing mid-June 2027 and finishing at the end of June 2028 Way of working: Our hybrid working policy requires 10 days in the office per month. However, experience shows that placement students get the most from their placement by spending at least three, ideally four, days a week in the office. Applications are open now and will close on 13 November, so be sure to apply before the deadline. Who are we? Pernod Ricard is a worldwide leader in the spirits and champagne industry, blending traditional craftsmanship, state-of-the-art brand development, and global distribution technologies. Our prestigious portfolio of premium to luxury brands includes Absolut vodka, Ricard pastis, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater gin, Malibu liqueur and Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes. Our mission is to ensure the long-term growth of our brands with full respect for people and the environment, while empowering our employees around the world to be ambassadors of our purposeful, inclusive and responsible culture of authentic conviviality. The Opportunity Depending on your skills and areas of interest, you will be considered for the following three roles: · Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) – In our UK domestic market business (‘Pernod Ricard UK’), you’ll get to work on budgeting and forecasting for the UK. You’ll play a crucial role in supporting our plans and forecasts, getting involved in every stage of the monthly cycle, from day zero through to month end, including mid-month reconciliations and reporting activities. You’ll work with numbers across a range of different systems and spreadsheets, so attention to detail is key, and you’ll have the opportunity to present and share your work with teams across the business. Working knowledge of Excel is desirable. · Finance Business Partnering & Analysis – In our global Scotch whisky business (‘Chivas Brothers’), you’ll support teams across the UK, Ireland, France and the USA. You’ll consolidate market financial data, prepare monthly performance packs and presentations for leadership, and track advertising and promotional (A&P) investment. You’ll also support ad hoc analysis, new product development processes, and update financial models, including profit and loss (P&L) statements, turning detailed data into clear insights. No extensive experience is needed: curiosity, confidence with numbers and a collaborative approach matter most. Basic Excel and P&L knowledge is helpful. · FP&A Commercial Finance (Europe and the Americas) – In our travel retail business (‘Pernod Ricard Global Travel Retail’), you’ll be part of the FP&A Commercial Finance team for Europe and the Americas, acting as the finance counterpart to our Commercial teams across a wide range of customers and brands. You’ll manage six-month stock trackers, estimating future stock levels and orders, and support forecasting and business monitoring. You’ll also analyse detailed sell-in (our sales to customers) and sell-out (our customers’ sales to consumers) data in Excel and Power BI to understand performance by brand and customer. What you'll bring We're looking for someone who is: · Highly numerate, with a genuine eye for detail and accuracy. · Proactive, curious and eager to learn new systems and ways of working. · Comfortable working with spreadsheets and large, detailed data sets. · A collaborative team player who builds good relationships with colleagues across Finance and Commercial teams. · Confident sharing and presenting your work to others. · Highly organised and able to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Degree Disciplines · Finance · Economics · Accounting · Mathematics or Statistics · Business or a related numerical discipline Relevant Experience No previous finance experience is required. Any experience working with numbers, data or spreadsheets, whether through your studies, part-time work or university projects, will be helpful. Skills & Capabilities · Microsoft Excel and working with spreadsheets. · An interest in data and reporting tools such as Power BI (you won’t need to build reports). · Analysis, accuracy and attention to detail. · Clear communication and presenting your findings. · Planning, organisation and time management. What You'll Gain · Real responsibility as a fully integrated member of the team, with your work directly supporting business plans and forecasts. · Practical experience with a range of finance systems · Ongoing coaching and development from an experienced finance team. Why Join Us? At Pernod Ricard, our people are at the heart of everything we do. When you join us, you'll become part of a global business with a proud heritage, an unrivalled portfolio of iconic brands and an ambitious future. Guided by our shared values, you'll thrive in a culture built on Collective Spirit, where talented people come together across teams, functions and markets to collaborate, learn from one another and achieve great things. As you Craft Your Path, you'll have opportunities to develop new skills, explore different experiences and grow your career with the support of a business that invests in its people. Together, as we Cultivate the Future, you'll help shape a more sustainable and responsible world, creating Good Times from a Good Place while making a positive impact on our people, communities and planet. What We Offer At Pernod Ricard, we believe that when our people thrive, our business thrives. That's why we offer a range of benefits** designed to support your financial wellbeing, health and lifestyle, helping you bring your best self to work every day. Learning & Development: Take part in our Learning & Development Programme, with in-person workshops at Chiswick covering self-awareness, presenting with impact, personal branding, delivering results and managing stakeholders. Reward & Financial Wellbeing: Competitive salary, annual bonus, Profit Share, eligibility to join our pension, share ownership opportunities and income protection. Health & Wellbeing: Private medical insurance, virtual GP access, mental health support and specialist wellbeing resources for every stage of life. Work & Life: Flexible and hybrid working, up to 15 days working remotely abroad, enhanced family leave, paid volunteering days and lifestyle benefits. Growth & recognition: Career development opportunities, global experiences, colleague recognition programmes and product allowances that help you grow and celebrate success. Next Steps Application Process Stage 1: Submit your CV and online application. Stage 2: If successful, attend a short Microsoft Teams interview with our Early Careers team. Stage 3: Complete an assessment. Details of the assessment will be confirmed during the recruitment process. Stage 4: Attend either an assessment centre or an interview with the manager of the team you have applied to join. We believe diverse perspectives, experiences and identities make us stronger. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and encourage candidates from under-represented groups to apply. Recruitment decisions are based on skills, experience and potential. We're committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience that recognises different needs and preferences. If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support at any stage of the recruitment process, please send us an email at [email protected]. We'll work with you to provide appropriate support wherever possible. Learn more about Pernod Ricard https://www.pernod-ricard.com/en **Benefits and offerings may vary by location, employing entity, role and eligibility. Job Posting End Date: 2026-11-13 Target Hire Date: 2027-06-14 Target End Date: 2028-06-30 Pernod Ricard is a worldwide leader in the spirits and champagne industry, blending traditional craftsmanship, state-of-the-art brand development, and global distribution technologies. Our prestigious portfolio of premium to luxury brands includes Absolut vodka, Ricard pastis, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater gin, Malibu liqueur and Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes. Our mission is to ensure the long-term growth of our brands with full respect for people and the environment, while empowering our employees around the world to be ambassadors of our purposeful, inclusive and responsible culture of authentic conviviality. Pernod Ricard’s consolidated sales amounted to € 10,959 million in fiscal year FY25. Pernod Ricard is listed on Euronext (Ticker: RI; ISIN Code: FR0000120693) and is part of the CAC 40 index.

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