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Business and Commercial Banking Graduate Scheme

A career at the forefront of the UK economy, building specialist skills to Help Britain Prosper.  

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Business and Commercial Banking Graduate Scheme

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Duration

2 Years

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Salary

£45,000 + fantastic benefits

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Locations

Rotational Programme across key business hubs of Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds and Manchester.

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Qualifications

Study for a relevant professional finance qualification such as GCC, CIMA, Chartered Banker, ACT, or IMC. Training and costs are all taken care of.

Help get the economy back on track

Want a role that means more? Join us on our mission to Help Britain Prosper and support UK businesses. 

Right now, what we do matters more than ever. We create and deliver all kinds of financial products for businesses of every size and shape. We help them manage risks, become more sustainable, innovate, bring on new talent, and grow. 

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Help get the economy back on track

When world events shake up markets, we're quick to collaborate and find solutions. We're flexible and excited to embrace new tech to improve the way we work. With our goal of finding even better ways to help our customers and businesses become more sustainable, this is a program you'll be proud to be part of. And you don't need a banking or finance degree. 

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What you’ll learn

Commercial banking has so much to offer. Complete four placements over two years and you’ll discover it all. 

Growth

Growth

From day one, your perspective is valued and it’s real work that matters, helping real businesses grow.  It’s real responsibility.

Specialities

Specialities

You'll dive into all kinds of specialties and build a solid toolkit of skills, including:  Working directly with Business & Commercial clients – understanding what they need and building relationships that last  Getting to know our range of products like lending, foreign exchange, payments, and merchant services 

Teams

Teams

Teaming up with engineers and experts to make our products better and create smoother experiences for customers 

Learning

Learning

Learning how we handle risk across the business (think credit underwriting and conduct controls) to support customers and make finance a positive force 

Mentor

Mentor

A buddy or mentor will support you and offer guidance throughout the scheme. Access technical and business-aligned training. Further support your development via platforms such as Viva Learning and Learning Management systems. 

Skills

Skills

Grow your skills through our development opportunities. Connect with colleagues, build your network, and make a difference. Build the career you want in our inclusive, growth-focused culture 

The work you could be doing

  • Meeting clients to understand their needs and how we can support them.  
  • Helping teams pitch for business, develop leads, and make introductions.  
  • Working on deals within a team of experts.  
  • Monitoring market opportunities and generating trade ideas.  
  • Developing financial business cases for investments and initiatives and supporting pricing and trading.  
  • Supporting efforts to break down barriers and build a more inclusive society. 
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Requirements

A 2:2 degree or above in any subject area from any university. 

This is a rotational programme across key business hubs.  

You’ll be based at one of our main hubs in Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds or Manchester. With the potential to relocate every six months, you could experience life in a different city. With our hybrid working policy, all colleagues are expected to spend a minimum of two days each week in the office. 

Applications for our Business & Commercial Banking Graduate Scheme are now closed. 

Our graduate schemes may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so it’s best to apply as soon as you can.  

Our application process is designed to help you shine. We want everyone to feel they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity, or culture.   


Find details, including stages and tips for success, on our how to apply page.  

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