2027 Business Banking Degree Apprenticeship Programme London

Purpose of the Role

To participate in the day-to-day activities of the retail banking division, providing insights and expertise that help senior colleagues make informed decisions, develop new products and services, and identify new market opportunities.

Accountabilities

• Execute small research projects to support strategic decision-making; prepare presentations and reports to communicate research findings; collaborate with senior management to implement research findings for retail banking.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives.
• Participate in training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Identify opportunities, develop business cases, and help manage the deployment and launch of new products and services for retail banking.
• Manage client relationships and provide customer service support with steadily decreasing supervision, including responding to questions about products and services, processing transactions, and resolving customer complaints.
• Support the development and implementation of financial models and strategies that inform decision-making for retail banking.
• Train and mentor junior colleagues.

Analyst Expectations

• Meet the needs of stakeholders and customers through operational excellence and customer service.
• Perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard.
• No people leadership roles at this grade.
• Execute work requirements identified in processes and procedures, collaborating with and impacting on the work of team members.
• Identify escalation of policy breaches as required.
• Take responsibility for customer service and operational execution tasks.
• Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to; deliver work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulations, and codes of conduct.
• Gain and maintain an understanding of your role, how the team integrates to achieve overall objectives, and knowledge of the work of other teams within the function.
• Work within well-defined procedures that may involve a variety of work routines.
• Demonstrate an understanding of procedures.
• Evaluate and select appropriate alternatives from defined options.
• Make judgments based on analysis of factual information.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and customers to identify and address their needs, supporting smooth operating processes and handling sensitive issues as required.

All colleagues are expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, and the Barclays Mindset to Empower, Challenge, and Drive.

Annual Salary

£25,200 plus benefits.

Getting Qualified (Apprenticeship)

Earn whilst working towards a Financial Services Professional Degree Apprenticeship, combining theoretical learning with practical work on a full-time salary in a permanent role. This provides the opportunity to gain a professional qualification without a student loan, alongside years of work experience.

From day one, you’ll be assigned a Programme Support Manager matched to your needs and background, and supported alongside your People Leader. You will also be matched with an expert in your specialist subject to share their knowledge.

Due to the evolving nature of Apprenticeships, a new Apprenticeship might become available, and if deemed more relevant to your role, the Apprenticeship may be updated before you start.

Barclays UK Business Banking Apprenticeship Programme

Barclays UK supports customers and over a million small and medium businesses. In Business Banking, you’ll help clients with the tools, guidance, and financial support they need to grow and thrive.

Eligibility

• 3 A-levels at BBB (or equivalent).
• GCSE Mathematics grade 6 and English Language grade 4.
• Meet the Government’s apprentice funding requirements that apply to you (as outlined for apprentices in England at https://www.gov.uk/ and in Scotland at https://www.saas.gov.uk/).
• Meet the Government apprentice funding requirement, including a 3-year residence requirement (subject to certain exceptions).
• Have the legal right to work for the full duration of the programme at the point of enrolment, with no gaps in legal right to work or dependency on future visa applications during the apprenticeship period (August 2027 to August 2031).
• Not have undertaken previous study, education, training, qualifications, or an apprenticeship, gained learning or competence from prior work experience, or received prior funding or financial support which would render you ineligible for Government’s apprentice funding.

Working in London

If you love the buzz of city life, our London hub is in Canary Wharf, at the heart of London’s financial district, with opportunities to explore many functions across a global financial institution.

What Happens Once You Apply

1. We will review your application.
2. You will be asked to complete online assessments.
3. You will be asked to complete a survey so we can be sure of your eligibility.
4. You will attend an in-person assessment day, including a group activity and interview (this will take place from October 2026).
5. We will let you know the outcome and provide feedback.

The closing date for applications is 25 September 2026. This vacancy may close ahead of the advertised date due to application volumes, so you are recommended to submit your application as early as possible.