On our Graduate Leadership programmes, you’ll learn at pace and gain exposure to senior leaders and a variety of projects and teams. You’ll get everything you need to be a future leader at our bank, all whilst working towards a relevant professional qualification.
Here’s everything you need to know about our next Graduate Leadership programmes.
11 September 2023
(for 2 or 3 years)
£29,500
Hybrid working
(in our newly refurbished Manchester city centre office, and working from home)
To apply, you’ll need to be eligible to work in the UK, and to:
You must have achieved, or be projected to achieve, at least a 2:1 bachelor’s degree, or a 2:2 master’s degree, in any discipline.
You must have at least five GCSEs (or equivalent), including Maths and English at grade C or above (or level 4 or above).
Applications are now closed. Please check back soon for details of next year’s graduate opportunities.
Application form (online)
First interview (online)
Assessment centre (in-person in Manchester)
Final interview (in-person in Manchester, or by video call)
You’ll work on several placements, each designed to develop your:
We’ll ask you for your areas of interest and take these into consideration, along with our business needs, when deciding which placements you’ll work on.
There’s much more to our graduate programmes than on-the-job experience.
We’ll give you all the tools we can to help drive your career and develop you as one of our future leaders. You’ll have access to all the support you need, including guidance on how you can shape your own development.
Your business sponsor will review and appraise your performance, providing feedback and coaching at every step of the way, to ensure your success and personal growth.
Your senior leader mentor will work with you on a personal development plan, and ensure you get the right technical, personal and professional learning, to help you grow your skills and gain a relevant apprenticeship.
Working in our bank involves looking at problems analytically and creatively. We’re looking for people from all backgrounds and with different skillsets.
You don’t need to ‘tick each of these boxes’, but some great attributes that we look for in candidates include that:
You’re good with numbers, or you enjoy problem solving
You’re interested in how you can develop innovative solutions to problems
You’re a fast learner
You have good knowledge of commercial considerations or customer relations
You’re good at ‘putting yourself in someone else’s shoes’, or you’re passionate about making a difference
You’re a confident communicator, or you’re skilled in persuasion
IT is an integral and growing part of our business. Our customers and colleagues rely on us to keep up with the pace of change across the industry and keeping them safe in a world full of digital threats.
You’ll get first-hand experience from several teams on your placements, which could include working on:
You’ll work towards a qualification through the Digital and Technology Solutions Professional apprenticeship.
Where could this programme take me?
You could work in a variety of roles – some of our previous graduates went on to become Cyber Security Analyst, Junior Architect, Supplier and Service Manager, Cryptographic Technology Adviser, and Project Delivery Lead.
Digital solutions can make banking faster, smarter and much more personal. We’re blazing a trail and pushing possibilities to the limit. We’re working to meet the future needs of our customers, connect in brand new ways, and make our user experience the best it can be.
You’ll learn how to manage and optimise retail sales, and see how we support the bank’s broader activities.
You’ll get first-hand experience from several teams on your placements, which could include working on:
You’ll work towards a qualification through the Digital and Technology Solutions Professional apprenticeship.
Where could this programme take me?
You could work in a variety of roles – some of our previous graduates went on to become Junior Architect, Delivery Lead, Senior Product Owner, Scrum Master, and Digital Content and Journey Manager.
We design, manage and promote the products our customers need, and build lifelong connections across a range of marketing channels.
You’ll explore how we design our products, taking into consideration our customer needs and the commercial needs of the business.
You’ll get first-hand experience from several teams on your placements, which could include working on:
You’ll work towards a relevant qualification.
Where could this programme take me?
You could work in a variety of roles – some of our previous graduates went on to become Product Manager, and Senior Product Owner.
We support every aspect of our bank. And we’re moving fast to make the most of our enormous potential and shape the ethical bank of the future.
You can expect to work on both high-impact and business-as-usual projects. We won’t limit your choices; all kinds of career paths will open up to you. This means you’ll get plenty of variety, coaching and opportunities to lead projects, as you drive your own development to become a well-rounded finance leader.
You’ll get first-hand experience from several teams on your placements, which could include working on:
You’ll work towards a qualification in finance, such as from Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) or Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).
Where could this programme take me?
You could work in a variety of roles – some of our previous graduates went on to become Financial Accountant, Regulatory Reporting Specialist, Financial Performance Analyst, Investor Relations Analyst and Financial Planning, and Economics Analyst.
We’re an independent voice, and provide assurance for the bank by calling out risks and ensuring effective controls are always in place to protect our customers, keep the bank safe, and support us in meeting our strategic ambitions.
You’ll get first-hand experience from several teams on your placements, which could include working on:
You’ll work towards a qualification from the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).
Where could this programme take me?
Our previous graduates went on to become Senior Internal Auditors.
We help the bank manage all kinds of risk. You’ll explore how our Risk Management Framework supports us to identify, quantify, assess and mitigate the risks of doing business with our customers, as well as internal risks.
You’ll get first-hand experience from several teams on your placements, which could include working on:
You’ll work towards a qualification through the Senior Compliance and Risk Specialist apprenticeship.
Where could this programme take me?
You could work in a variety of roles – some of our previous graduates went on to become Impairment Senior Analyst, Anti-Money Laundering Oversight Senior Analyst, Capital and Regulatory Submissions Senior Analyst, Senior Credit Risk Analyst, and Senior Compliance Oversight Analyst.
We understand what makes our business customers ‘tick’. We deliver exceptional customer experience, and meet their needs with the right products and services.
You’ll explore how we design our customer journeys, interact with the customers and develop our products.
You’ll learn to take into consideration our customers’ needs and our business needs.
You’ll get first-hand experience from several teams on your placements, which could include working on:
You’ll work towards a qualification through the Financial Services Professional apprenticeship.
Where could this programme take me?
You could work in a variety of roles – some of our previous graduates went on to become Relationship Manager, Business Development Manager, Pricing Performance and Analytics Manager, and Product Manager.
The Banking Leadership programme will challenge and stretch you. We’ll support you to grow professionally so you can become one of our future leaders. We don’t expect you to know where you want to specialise, so our placements are designed to help you explore your different interests and the different opportunities available.
It’s the perfect grounding for aspiring leaders, supporting you to add value and take on real responsibility from day one.
You’ll get first-hand experience from a number of teams on your placements, which could include working on:
You’ll work towards a qualification through the Financial Services Professional apprenticeship.
Where could this programme take me?
You could work in a wide variety of roles – some of our previous graduates went on to become Business Manager, Product Manager, Communications and Sustainability Manager, Strategy and Governance Manager, and Operational Resilience Senior Analyst.
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