Corporate Services – Work Experience Opportunities
Step behind the scenes and see how our Corporate Services teams keep the organisation running smoothly. Placements offer insight into a variety of specialist areas:

County Hall will be closed to all office staff on 5 December, for fire alarm testing and essential electrical infrastructure works scheduled to be undertaken.
Please visit the Council’s Hwb customer service team at Unit 22, St Catherine's Walk, SA31 1GA for any queries or call 01267 234567.

Work with Internal Audit to understand how risk management, governance, and internal controls are reviewed to keep operations effective and accountable.
Learn how contracts and purchasing decisions are managed — balancing value for money with sustainability, equality, and community priorities in line with Welsh Government policy.
See how risks are identified, managed, and minimised to protect the organisation and reduce potential losses.
Gain experience in administering and collecting Council Tax and Business Rates, processing payments, and supporting benefit schemes that help low-income households.
Explore technical accounting, financial management, and strategic finance — from final accounts and corporate reporting to budgeting and advising on major projects.
Discover how large-scale funds are managed, including the Dyfed Pension Fund and Wales Pension Partnership, as well as treasury and banking services.
Get hands-on with financial systems, supplier payments, payroll control, and corporate finance processes that keep both internal and external clients supported.
This placement is ideal for anyone interested in finance, governance, or corporate management — offering real insight into how critical services support the whole organisation.
