Closing Date: 31 October 2025
Annual Salary £25,000 + benefits
Overview
Getting qualified. It’s a huge achievement that can completely change your prospects – but it’s not always open to everyone, whether that’s due to the cost of university or the timing not being right. With our apprenticeships, all that can change. Here at Barclays we offer a world-class programme that provides you with a permanent, full-time job with a competitive salary from day one – all whilst gaining a professional qualification at the same time. Whether you’re a school-leaver looking for alternatives to the traditional university route or you’re someone thinking differently about your future, we’ll help you build an extraordinary career at Barclays, no matter your background.
Our programme is designed for school leavers and career changers, but is open to anyone, no matter your background or your age. You’ll be joining an Apprenticeship cohort from diverse backgrounds, including school leavers starting their career, ex-military personnel, and parents returning to work after time off. If you already have a degree, visit https://search.jobs.barclays/graduates to consider our graduate opportunities.
Why a Barclays Apprenticeship?
You’ll have the opportunity to earn while working towards a Financial Services Professional Degree Apprenticeship, combining theoretical learning with practical work in a full-time salary role. A professional qualification without the student loan, plus years of work experience. Apprenticeships may change if a more relevant option becomes available before you start.
We’ve spent 15 years refining the support on our Apprenticeship programme. From day one you’ll be assigned a Programme Support Manager matched to your needs and with your People Leader; they’ll support you as an individual. You’ll also be matched to an expert in your specialist subject to share their knowledge.
The Apprenticeship route offers self-discovery and exposure to different career paths. Barclays has over 325 years of banking experience, operates in 39 countries, and employs around 90,000 people to help move, lend, invest and protect money for customers and clients worldwide, providing opportunities to network and explore your interests.
Retail Banking at Barclays
In Retail Banking, we create and deliver brilliant experiences for all Barclays customers. By understanding the people we serve, we shape the future of our products and services—from savings accounts to investments, mortgages to credit cards, and insurance to digital banking. Retail Banking makes money work for customers across the UK.
We’re champions for entrepreneurs. Through Business Banking, we work with over a million small and medium enterprises, helping them grow and thrive, providing tools and lasting relationships to succeed.
Business Banking
Support over a million UK SMEs by delivering expert guidance and real connection over the phone. Barclays’ Business Banking is about building trust, solving problems, and helping businesses grow. If you’re confident, customer-focused, and ready to make every call count, this is your opportunity to lead conversations that drive success.
Are you eligible?
First, you’ll need the right qualifications. For this apprenticeship you’ll need 3 A-levels at BBB (or equivalent) and GCSE Mathematics grade 6 and English Language grade 4. Beyond that we’re looking for commitment and enthusiasm. Apprenticeships require deep investment in you as an individual, so you’ll turn up every day ready to work hard, push yourself, and think differently about what you’re capable of. You’ll have the backing of a global bank and rise to that expectation.
To apply for our apprentice programme, you must meet the Government's apprenticeship funding requirements as outlined at https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apprenticeship-funding-rules for apprentices in England. The Government requirements include that you have ordinarily been resident in the UK for the previous three years on the first day of learning (subject to certain exceptions) and that you hold the legal right to work for the full duration of the programme before starting.
Working In Knutsford
Set in 64 acres of gardens at the Radbroke Hall site, our Knutsford campus blends heritage with innovation. We’re redeveloping the site into a world-class, sustainable workspace. Colleagues enjoy a vibrant community with clubs and activities from yoga to beekeeping and board games. We host family-friendly events—including our own Glastonbury-style festival—and support the local community. Free shuttle buses from nearby hubs and onsite parking make commuting easy.
What happens once you apply?
Step 1 – We'll review your application
Step 2 – You'll complete online assessments
Step 3 – You’ll complete a survey to confirm eligibility
Step 4 – Attend a virtual or in-person assessment day (this will take place from November 2025)
Step 5 – Outcome and feedback provided
Equal opportunity statement: Barclays is committed to equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.
Purpose of the role
To participate in the day-to-day activities of the retail banking division, providing insights and expertise to help senior colleagues make informed decisions, develop new products and services, and identify new market opportunities.
Accountabilities
* Execution of small research projects, supporting strategic decision making, and presenting findings to communicate research results; collaborate with senior management to implement 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 manage the deployment and launch of new products and services for retail banking.
* Manage client relationships and provide customer service support, respond to questions about products and services, process transactions, and resolve complaints.
* Develop and implement financial models and strategies to support decision making for retail banking.
* Train and mentor junior colleagues.
Analyst Expectations
* Meet stakeholder/customer needs through operational excellence and customer service.
* Perform prescribed activities in a timely and high-standard manner.
* No people leadership roles at this grade.
* Execute work requirements as identified in processes and procedures, collaborating with and impacting the work of team members.
* Escalate policy breaches as required.
* Take responsibility for customer service and operational execution tasks.
* Own risk management and strengthen controls related to your work, in line with rules and codes of conduct.
* Understand your role and how the team integrates to achieve objectives, with knowledge of other teams’ work.
* Work within well-defined procedures that may involve various work routines.
* Demonstrate understanding of procedures, evaluate and select appropriate options, and make judgments based on factual information.
* Build relationships with stakeholders and customers to identify and address needs, supporting smooth operations 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.
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