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From the employer's careers site First seen 28 Oct 2026

Risk Apprenticeship

Barclays Northampton On-site entry full-time

Salary

£25,200 per year

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Description

We are seeking a Risk Apprentice to support 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.

Responsibilities

  • Execute small research projects to support risk identification and strategic decision-making, preparing presentations and reports to communicate findings to senior management.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives.
  • Participate in training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
  • Identify and manage risks, including reviewing and challenging business propositions.
  • Manage business and client relationships with steadily 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 as identified in processes and procedures, collaborating with and impacting team members.
  • Identify policy breaches for escalation as required.
  • Take responsibility for customer service and operational execution tasks.
  • Manage risk and strengthen controls in relation to owned or contributed work, delivering in line with relevant rules, regulations, and codes of conduct.
  • Gain and maintain an understanding of own role, team integration, and overall objectives, alongside knowledge of other teams within the function.
  • Work within well-defined procedures involving various work routines.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of procedures.
  • Evaluate and select appropriate alternatives from defined options.
  • Make judgements based on factual information analysis.
  • Build relationships with stakeholders and customers to identify and address their needs, supporting smooth operations and handling sensitive issues as required.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary: £25,200 per annum
  • Opportunity to earn while working towards a Compliance and Risk Officer Apprenticeship
  • Permanent, full-time job with a competitive salary from day one
  • Professional qualification without student loans
  • Years of work experience under your belt
  • Assigned Programme Support Manager and expert in your specialist subject

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
  • Meet Government's apprentice funding requirements

Skills

Required

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