Risk Analyst Higher Apprenticeship Programme Glasgow

This role supports the day-to-day operations of the risk division by monitoring the bank’s risk profile, identifying and managing risks, and providing insights and expertise to support senior colleagues in making informed decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute small research projects to support risk identification and strategic decision-making, preparing presentations and reports to communicate findings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives.
• Participate in training and development programs.
• Identify and manage risks, including reviewing and challenging business propositions.
• Manage business and client relationships with decreasing supervision.
• Support risk management and decision-making using financial models and strategies.

Analyst Expectations

• Meet stakeholder/customer needs through operational excellence and customer service.
• Perform prescribed activities in a timely and high-standard manner.
• Execute work requirements within defined processes and procedures, collaborating with team members.
• Identify and escalate policy breaches.
• Take responsibility for customer service and operational execution tasks.
• Own the management of risk and strengthening of controls related to your work.
• Deliver work in line with relevant rules, regulations, and codes of conduct.
• Gain and maintain an understanding of your role, team integration, and the work of other teams within the function.
• Work within well-defined procedures, evaluating and selecting appropriate alternatives from defined options.
• Make judgments based on factual information analysis.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and customers to identify and address their needs.

Barclays Values and Mindset

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

Getting Qualified

This is a full-time job with a competitive salary from day one, whilst gaining a professional qualification. The programme is designed for school leavers and career changers, but is open to anyone. If you already have a degree, please consider our graduate opportunities.

Why a Barclays Apprenticeship?

You will earn whilst working towards a Compliance and Risk Officer Apprenticeship, blending theoretical learning with practical work. This offers a chance to gain a professional qualification without student loans and accumulate work experience.

Barclays provides comprehensive support, including a dedicated Programme Support Manager and a specialist mentor.

Why the Risk Apprenticeship Programme?

Risk is integral to all Barclays products, services, and decisions. You will build an understanding of banking risks, use data and judgment to support decisions, and help protect Barclays' future.

Eligibility

• Qualifications: SQA Highers at BBBB or equivalent.
• Commitment: Enthusiasm, a readiness to work hard, push yourself, and think differently.
• Government Funding Requirements: You must meet the Government's apprentice funding requirements, including a 3-year residence requirement (with exceptions) and the legal right to work in the UK for the full duration of the programme (August 2027 to August 2031). You must be residing in Scotland from 1 August 2027.
• Prior Study: You must not have undertaken previous study, education, training, qualifications, or apprenticeship that renders you ineligible for Government apprentice funding.

Working in Glasgow

Our Glasgow campus is a modern environment designed for collaboration and the future of work, featuring creative spaces and technology.

Application Process

1. Application Review
2. Online Assessments
3. Eligibility Survey
4. In-person Assessment Day (October 2026) including group activity and interview
5. Outcome Notification

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 31 October 2026. Please note that this vacancy may close early due to application volumes.