UK Corporate Banking Graduate Programme 2027

About the role

Barclays is recruiting for its UK Corporate Banking Graduate Programme 2027 in Leeds. Recent graduates or those about to graduate will take part in the day-to-day work of the UK Corporate Banking division, helping senior colleagues make informed client-focused decisions, develop new products and services and spot new market opportunities. The programme builds foundational banking knowledge and relationship and technical skills, aiming to shape graduates into future Relationship Directors.

Key responsibilities

• Manage client relationships and provide customer service support, answering product questions and processing transactions under steadily decreasing supervision.
• Carry out small research projects, prepare presentations and reports, and work with senior management to put research findings into practice.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on business initiatives and take part in training and development programmes.
• Identify opportunities, develop business cases and manage the launch of new products and services.

Required profile

• Degree or expected degree in any subject; motivation and curiosity.
• Interest in the UK corporate marketplace, analytical skills and ability to turn data into insight.
• Good communication, resourcefulness, teamwork, enthusiasm and an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Visa sponsorship is accepted; successful applicants who qualify for a skilled worker visa will receive one, and others must have their own right to work in the UK from August 2027 to August 2029.