Operations Analyst Graduate Programme Glasgow

This is a 2-year graduate programme designed to provide depth and breadth of experience within Barclays' Operations division. You will participate in bespoke training and undertake three eight-month rotations.

What You'll Be Doing

As an Operations Analyst, you will support the day-to-day operations of the business division, providing insights and expertise to aid decision-making, product development, and market opportunity identification. Key responsibilities include:

• Performing KYC tasks in line with Client Due Diligence and AML policies.
• Monitoring real-time transaction flow, trade updates, and exception queues for accuracy.
• Addressing incident, problem, and change management issues to enhance services.
• Supporting continuous improvement of operational processes and best practices.
• Reconciling cleared derivatives fees and processing complex customer and product-related activities.
• Participating in training and development programs.

Analyst Expectations

• Perform prescribed activities accurately and efficiently, driving continuous improvement.
• Develop in-depth technical knowledge and a thorough understanding of underlying principles within your area of expertise.
• For individual contributors, develop technical expertise and act as an advisor.
• Partner with other functions and business areas.
• Take responsibility for end results of operational processing and activities.
• Escalate policy breaches and take ownership for embedding new policies due to risk mitigation.
• Advise and influence decision-making within your area.
• Manage risk and strengthen controls in your areas of responsibility, adhering to relevant rules and regulations.
• Understand how your sub-function integrates with the wider organisation and its products/services.
• Make evaluative judgements based on factual analysis and attention to detail.
• Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions based on acquired experience and precedents.
• Communicate complex or sensitive information effectively.
• Act as a contact point for stakeholders outside your immediate function and build a network externally.

Barclays Values and Mindset

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

Why the Operations Graduate Programme?

This programme offers a chance to make a difference by supporting various banking activities, from mortgages to credit cards and corporate finance. The Operations team is crucial to the bank's functioning, ensuring smooth processing of payments, credit card systems, and trade executions.

As part of this programme, you will:

• Build a strong foundation in Operations.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives.
• Help deliver exceptional service.

Candidate Requirements

• A strong degree or expected degree achieved before June 2027.
• A customer-first mindset.
• Natural curiosity for what's next.
• Ability to adapt quickly.
• Eagerness to explore new technologies.
• Comfort in turning complex data into clear, compelling stories.

Visa Sponsorship

Barclays will accept applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship and will provide a skilled worker visa for successful applicants who meet the Home Office’s eligibility criteria. Successful applicants not eligible for a skilled worker visa must have their own legal right to work in the UK.

Working in Glasgow

This role is based at Barclays' new state-of-the-art campus in Glasgow, designed for collaboration and the future of work, with hybrid working opportunities.

Application Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 31 October 2026. Due to potential high application volumes, the vacancy may close earlier.