Sales, Trading and Structuring Graduate Programme 2027 London

This programme offers graduates the opportunity to participate in the day-to-day activities of the markets 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 research projects and preparation of presentations and reports.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives.
• Participation in training and development programs.
• Identification of opportunities, development of business cases, and management of new product/service launches.
• Management of client relationships and provision of customer service support.
• Management of the development and implementation of financial models and strategies.
• Training and mentoring of junior colleagues.

Analyst Expectations

• Perform prescribed activities in a timely and high-standard manner, driving continuous improvement.
• Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise.
• Thorough understanding of underlying principles and concepts.
• Lead and supervise a team, guiding professional development, allocating work, and coordinating resources (if applicable).
• Develop technical expertise, acting as an advisor (if an individual contributor).
• Impact on work of related teams and partner with other functions.
• Take responsibility for end results of operational processing and activities.
• Escalate breaches of policies/procedures appropriately and take responsibility for embedding new policies.
• Advise and influence decision-making within own area of expertise.
• Own risk management and strengthening controls.
• Deliver work in line with relevant rules, regulations, and codes of conduct.
• Maintain and build understanding of how own sub-function integrates with the wider function and organisation.
• Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate to achieve organisational objectives.
• Make evaluative judgements based on factual analysis, paying attention to detail.
• Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions using acquired technical experience, guided by precedents.
• Guide and persuade team members, communicating complex/sensitive information.
• Act as a contact point for stakeholders outside the immediate function, building a network.

Graduate Programme Overview

Join Barclays as a recent or soon-to-be graduate to unlock curated experiences, knowledge, and connections to shape your career. You will receive training and support to make your mark. Barclays empowers graduates to help determine how things are done and where the company goes next.

Why the Sales, Trading and Structuring Graduate Programme?

Barclays makes markets in nearly all major asset classes, providing sophisticated solutions to clients. The Sales & Trading team operates in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, processing information and anticipating market trends.

As an analyst, you will develop a solid understanding of global markets while building communication, quantitative, and analytical skills. After intensive initial training, you will start as a salesperson or trader in areas such as:

• Client Capital Management
• Client Strategy
• Commodities
• Credit
• eFICC Trading
• Equities
• Equity Financing
• Foreign Exchange
• Municipals
• Rates
• Structuring
• Securitised Products

Sales Analyst responsibilities may include:

• Analysing and developing solutions to client needs.
• Monitoring markets and formulating trade ideas.
• Performing analysis on fundamental and technical data.
• Attending client meetings or calls.

Trading Analyst responsibilities may include:

• Monitoring markets and generating trade ideas.
• Participating in pricing products.
• Assisting with daily tasks like trade reporting or P&L analysis.
• Managing the risk of the team’s trading books.

Markets at Barclays

Markets is the financial barometer of world events at Barclays. It's a challenging and fascinating place to build a career, helping institutional investors identify market opportunities, manage risk, and generate returns. Teams provide market insights, execution services, and tailored risk management and financing solutions.

Who we're looking for

• Motivated and curious individuals with a degree or expected degree, in any area.
• An interest in business and finance.
• A good work ethic and keenness to learn and develop technical skills.

This role is regulated by the FCA.

Working in London

Barclays' global HQ is in Canary Wharf, at the heart of London’s financial district. This location offers opportunities to explore various functions and opportunities within a global financial giant, and to collaborate on innovations redefining finance.