Risk Analyst Higher Apprenticeship Programme Northampton

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.

Accountabilities

• Execution of small research projects to support risk identification and strategic decision making. Prepare presentations and reports to communicate findings to senior management.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives.
• Participation in training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Identification and management of risks, including reviewing and challenging business propositions.
• Management of business and client relationships under steadily decreasing supervision.
• Support of risk management and decision making by using financial models and strategies.

Analyst Expectations

• Meet the needs of stakeholders/customers through operational excellence and customer service.
• Perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard.
• No people leadership roles at this grade.
• 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 the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct.
• Gain and maintain an understanding of your role, how the team integrates to achieve overall objectives, alongside knowledge of 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 the procedures.
• Evaluate and select the appropriate alternatives from defined options.
• Make judgements based on the analysis of factual information.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and customers to identify and address their needs, in support of a smooth operating process, handling sensitive issues as required.

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

Getting Qualified

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

Why a Barclays Apprenticeship?

You’ll earn whilst working towards a Compliance and Risk Officer Apprenticeship, a blend of theoretical learning and practical work. You'll gain a professional qualification without student loans and get years of work experience.

Barclays offers extensive support, including a Programme Support Manager and an expert in your specialist subject.

Why the Risk Apprenticeship programme?

Risk is involved in every product, service and decision Barclays makes. You’ll build an understanding of the risks involved in banking, use data and judgement to support decisions, and help protect the future of Barclays.

Eligibility

• Minimum of 104 points at A2 (grades BCC) or equivalent (e.g. BTEC DMM).
• GCSE Mathematics and English Language (grade A*-C / 9-4) or equivalent.
• Commitment and enthusiasm to work hard, push yourself, and think differently.
• Meet Government apprentice funding requirements, including a 3-year residence requirement (subject to exceptions).
• Must have the legal right to work for the full duration of the programme at the point of enrolment, with no gaps in your legal right to work.
• Must not have undertaken previous study, education, training, qualifications, or apprenticeship which renders you ineligible for Government apprentice funding.

Working In Northampton

Our campus offers cafés, collaboration spaces, green spaces, wellbeing areas, parking, public transport links, and a shuttle bus service.

Application Process

1. Review application.
2. Complete online assessments.
3. Complete eligibility survey.
4. Attend an in-person assessment day (October 2026).
5. Receive outcome and feedback.