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2027 Operations Analyst Graduate Programme Glasgow

Barclays Glasgow On-site entry full-time

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Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and talented individual to join our 2027 Operations Analyst Graduate Programme in Glasgow.

The purpose of this role is to support the day-to-day operations of the operations business division, providing insights and expertise to help senior colleagues make informed decisions, develop new products and services, and identify new market opportunities.

Responsibilities

  • Perform KYC tasks while following standard procedures related to Client Due Diligence and AML policies.
  • Monitor real-time transaction flow, trade updates, and exception queues to ensure timely and accurate trade representation across systems.
  • Address incident, problem, and change management issues to improve services across the bank.
  • Provide support to continuous improvement of the operational process and the development of best practices.
  • Provide support for cleared derivatives, performing daily reconciliation of related fees, and undertaking a range of complex customer and product-related processing activities.
  • Participate in training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge.

Analyst Expectations

  • Perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard, consistently driving continuous improvement.
  • Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise.
  • Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise.
  • Lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements, and coordinating team resources.
  • Develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate.
  • Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.
  • Partner with other functions and business areas.
  • Take responsibility for end results of a team's operational processing and activities.
  • Escalate breaches of policies/procedure appropriately.
  • Take responsibility for embedding new policies/procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.
  • Advise and influence decision-making within own area of expertise.
  • Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to.

Programme Details

  • This is a 2-year programme designed to give you depth and breadth of experience.
  • Participating in job-based bespoke training from the start, enabling you to go fully-equipped into your role.
  • Three eight-month long rotations.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary.
  • Comprehensive training and support.
  • Opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art campus in Glasgow.
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Requirements

  • Strong degree or expected degree achieved before June 2027.
  • Customer-first mindset and a natural curiosity for what's next.
  • Quick to adapt, eager to explore new technologies, and comfortable turning complex data into clear, compelling stories.

Skills

Required

  • KYC
  • Client Due Diligence
  • AML policies
  • transaction flow
  • trade updates
  • exception queues
  • problem management
  • change management
  • continuous improvement
  • derivatives
  • reconciliation
  • processing activities
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