Pathways Executive
Job description
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At The Institute of Chartered Accountants England & Wales (ICAEW), you'll be part of an organisation that's shaping the future of business, finance and the accountancy profession on a global scale. Our bold Direction 2030strategy puts members, innovation, sustainability and trust at the heart of everything we do; creating an exciting, forward looking environment where your work has real impact. We invest in our people through our benefits package, continuous development and a supportive, inclusive culture that empowers you to grow and thrive. If you're looking for a role with purpose, influence and opportunity, ICAEW is a place where your future can truly take shape.
We're looking for a Pathways Executive to join our team in Milton Keynes on a 6 month FTC. This role offers a salary of £27,810 per annum with a hybrid working pattern.
The Pathways Executive is responsible for checking and verifying all Pathways applications with accuracy, consistency and great attention to detail. This role requires a highly organised individual who can maintain focus across repetitive tasks, ensure applications are processed correctly and on time, and respond promptly to applicant queries.
What you will be doing:
- Check and verify Pathways applications thoroughly, ensuring all information is complete, accurate and processed in line with required procedures.
- Input, review and maintain application data with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail across repetitive tasks.
- Request and review supporting documentation where additional checks or verification are required.
- Identify, flag and escalate applications that contain discrepancies, missing information or other concerns for further investigation.
- Raise queries with applicants in a timely and professional manner to obtain clarification or outstanding information.
What you will need:
- Experience reviewing forms/cases and ensuring information is complete and accurate.
- Experience following set procedures, meeting deadlines, and working consistently through repetitive tasks.
- Good IT / systems use - confidence with Word, Excel, databases/CRM, ideally Microsoft Dynamics.
- Excellent written communication
- High attention to detail & data accuracy
What you can expect from us
We believe doing your best work starts with feeling supported both professionally and personally. That's why we offer a range of benefits designed to give you flexibility, security, and peace of mind:
- A generous 9% pension
- Healthcare cash plan
- Private Medical Insurance
- Life assurance at 4x your salary
- 24 days' holiday, and the option to buy or sell extra days
- Hybrid working
- Everyday savings through gym discounts, travel loans, and retail perks
- Enhanced family leave, including up to 6 months on full pay
- Ongoing wellbeing support, including access to CABA
- A paid day each year to volunteer for a cause that matters to you
It's all part of creating an environment where you can thrive, in work and beyond. For a full overview of our benefits package please see below.
Additional Information
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date if we receive enough suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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⭐ Highlight your experience with Microsoft Dynamics or similar CRM systems at the top of your CV as this is specifically mentioned as ideal
📊 Quantify your accuracy rates: "Processed 150+ applications weekly with 99.8% accuracy"
🎯 Emphasise your experience with repetitive administrative tasks and maintaining consistency across high volumes
📋 Showcase any experience with professional body applications, compliance checks, or verification processes
🤝 Demonstrate your written communication skills with examples of handling applicant queries professionally
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- •Processed 200+ professional applications weekly using Microsoft Dynamics, achieving 99.5% accuracy rate across verification procedures
- •Identified and escalated 15% of applications containing discrepancies, reducing processing delays by 3 days on average
- •Managed applicant query resolution within 24-hour SLA, maintaining professional communication standards across 50+ weekly interactions
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Dear Hiring Manager,
ICAEW's commitment to shaping the accountancy profession globally makes this Pathways Executive role particularly appealing, especially given my experience in application processing and Microsoft Dynamics proficiency. My background in high-volume administrative work and attention to detail aligns perfectly with the verification requirements for professional qualification applications.
My background in processing complex applications and maintaining data accuracy across repetitive tasks has prepared me well for this role. I have consistently demonstrated the ability to identify discrepancies, manage applicant queries professionally, and meet strict deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
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Interview questions
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Technical
- ›How would you approach learning Microsoft Dynamics if you haven't used it before?
- ›Describe your experience with Excel for data management and analysis
- ›What methods do you use to maintain accuracy when processing large volumes of applications?
- ›How do you organise your work when managing multiple deadlines simultaneously?
- ›What experience do you have with CRM or database systems?
Behavioural
- ›Tell me about a time when you identified an error or discrepancy in documentation
- ›Describe a situation where you had to handle a difficult query from a client or applicant
- ›How do you maintain focus and accuracy when performing repetitive tasks?
- ›Give an example of when you had to escalate an issue to management
- ›Tell me about a time when you had to meet tight deadlines while maintaining quality
STAR answer examples
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Tell me about a time when you identified an error or discrepancy in documentation
How do you maintain focus and accuracy when performing repetitive tasks?