Operations Analyst Degree Apprenticeship

About the role

Barclays is recruiting an Operations Analyst for its Degree Apprenticeship programme in Northampton, starting in August 2027. The apprentice supports the day-to-day operations of the operations business division, providing insights and expertise that help senior colleagues make informed decisions, develop new products and services and identify new market opportunities. The programme combines a full-time, permanent job with a professional qualification.

Key responsibilities

• Perform KYC tasks following Client Due Diligence and AML policies
• Monitor real-time transaction flow, trade updates and exception queues to ensure accurate trade representation across systems
• Address incident, problem and change management issues to improve services across the bank
• Support continuous improvement of operational processes and the development of best practices
• Support cleared derivatives, including daily reconciliation of related fees, and carry out complex customer and product processing
• Take part in training and development programmes

Required profile

• 3 A-levels at grades BBC, plus GCSE Maths and English at grade C (4) or equivalent
• Legal right to work in the UK for the full duration of the programme (August 2027 to August 2031)
• Meets the Government's apprentice funding requirements, including a 3-year residence requirement
• No previous study, training, qualifications, funded apprenticeship or prior funding that would make you ineligible
• Commitment, enthusiasm and willingness to work hard and push yourself

What we offer

• Annual salary of £25,200 plus benefits
• Paid holiday and private medical care
• Flexible working and enhanced parental leave
• Life assurance and employee resource groups
• A Programme Support Manager and a specialist mentor matched to your needs

Applications are made online, followed by online assessments, an eligibility survey and an in-person assessment day in October 2026. The closing date is 27 November 2026.