Global Transaction Banking Degree Apprenticeship Programme 2027 Northampton

This role involves participating in the day-to-day activities of the Transaction Banking division, providing insights and expertise to support senior colleagues in making informed decisions, developing new products and services, and identifying new market opportunities.

Accountabilities

• Execution of small research projects to support strategic decision making.
• Preparation of presentations and reports to communicate research findings.
• Collaboration with senior management to implement research findings for transaction banking.
• Participating in the development of payment solutions for global companies.
• End-to-end product management with risk controls.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives.
• Participation in training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Identification of opportunities, development of business cases, and management of the deployment and launch of new products and services for transaction banking.
• Management of client relationships and provision of customer service support to clients and customers, under steadily decreasing supervision.
• Responding to questions about products and services, and processing of transactions.

Analyst Expectations

• Meet stakeholder/customer needs through operational excellence and customer service.
• Perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard.
• Execute work requirements as 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 your work.
• Deliver work 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 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 the analysis of factual information.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and customers to identify and address their needs, supporting a smooth operating process and handling sensitive issues as required.

Barclays Values and Mindset

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

Apprentice Programme Overview

This is a world-class programme providing a permanent, full-time job with a competitive salary from day one, whilst gaining a professional qualification. It is designed for school leavers and career changers, but is open to anyone.

Why a Barclays Apprenticeship?

• Earn whilst working towards a Financial Services Professional Apprenticeship.
• A blend of theoretical learning and practical work experience.
• Gain a professional qualification without student loans.
• Receive dedicated support from a Programme Support Manager and People Leader.
• Be matched with an expert in your specialist subject.
• Opportunity for self-discovery and exploration of different career paths within a global organisation.

Global Transaction Banking at Barclays

Global Transaction Banking serves a diverse range of clients, including mid-sized corporates, large corporates, financial institutions, and SMEs. The division provides tailored solutions to meet unique client needs and is a key area for growth within Barclays.

Are you eligible?

• Qualifications: 3 A-levels at BBB (or equivalent), GCSE Mathematics grade 6 and English Language grade 4.
• Commitment: Enthusiasm, readiness to work hard, push yourself, and think differently.
• Government Apprentice Funding Requirements: Must meet these, including a 3-year residence requirement (subject to exceptions) and the legal right to work for the full duration of the programme (August 2027 to August 2031) with no gaps or dependency on future visa applications.
• Prior Learning: Must not have undertaken previous study, education, training, qualifications, or apprenticeship that renders you ineligible for Government apprentice funding.

Working at Northampton

Northampton is a key strategic hub with a community of over 3,000 people. The lakeside office encourages wellbeing, from mental health to healthy living.