Corporate Banking and Markets Graduate Scheme

Support some amazing companies to achieve their goals. Develop your people and product skills, and work to Help Britain Prosper.

Corporate Banking and Markets Graduate Scheme

Duration

2 Years

Salary

£45,000 + fantastic benefits

Locations

Rotational Programme across key business hubs of London, Birmingham, and Edinburgh.

Qualifications

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

Join a trusted partner of UK businesses

We're on a journey to Help Britain Prosper. We’re powering the financial needs of top globally-listed companies and institutions with ties to the UK. We're at the top of our game in markets, finance, and transactional banking. Plus, we help businesses handle risks and become more environmentally friendly. And you can be part of it

Collaborative? Full of energy and fresh ideas? Then you'll fit right in with our diverse, inclusive, and supportive team. You don‘t need a specific degree to join us. We're more interested in who you are and how you think.

Is our Corporate Banking and Markets graduate scheme for you?

Curious to know what makes the economy tick? Want to work with some of the biggest global businesses? This is the scheme for you.

Learn from world-class teams supporting some of the largest and most high-profile clients we work with. You’ll build deep expertise in financial markets and transaction solutions.

From day one, your opinions matter. You’ll take on real responsibility, think critically and creatively, and find new ways to add value. There’s plenty of room to be innovative - and to help shape a more sustainable, inclusive future.

With our support and opportunities, you’ll be set up for success in corporate and financial institutional banking.

What you'll learn

Carry out four placements over two years. Work in a variety of teams to support our clients. Provide financing, risk management, trading, and transactional banking solutions.  

Your first three placements give you experience and confidence in client facing, risk and product specialist roles. Choose your final placement based on your experience and aspirations.  On completion, you’ll have the skills and awareness to take your career anywhere across our Group. 

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.

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 offer tailored solutions, using data analytics for deeper insights. 
Assisting deal teams with pitching, developing opportunities, and closing deals. 
Analysing market trends to identify trade ideas and conduct financial analysis. 
Creating business cases for product innovation and supporting pricing and trading activities. 
Contributing to initiatives that promote inclusivity and break down barriers.

Requirements

A 2:2 degree or above in any subject area from any university in the world. Note we’re not able to sponsor visas. 

This is a rotational Programme across key business hubs.
 
You’ll be rotated into placements across our main hubs in London, Birmingham, and Edinburgh, with the potential for relocation every six months. With our hybrid working policy, all colleagues are expected to spend a minimum of two days each week in the office.

Applications for our Corporate Banking and Markets Graduate Scheme are currently 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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Corporate Banking and Markets Graduate Scheme