Apprenticeship - Global Markets

UBS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

UBS is launching a 2027 Apprenticeship Program in Global Markets for ambitious students in the United Kingdom. You will learn from seasoned professionals, handle day-to-day operations, and gain exposure to client trading, data analysis and market insights.

You’ll start with a Level 4 Investment Operations Specialist apprenticeship and progress to a Level 6 Financial Services Professional apprenticeship, culminating in a BSc (Honours) Applied Finance degree.

Qualifications

• A-level ABB grades and GCSEs English Language (Level 5) and Mathematics (Level 6) are required.
• Values: hard-working, trustworthy, dedicated and collaborative.
• Strong communication and strategic thinking are essential for a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Evidence of explaining/using AI responsibly to improve outcomes and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Experience how we help clients buy and sell financial instruments.
• Extract market-moving data from diverse sources to inform decisions in Global Markets.
• Provide clients with information about market trends and offer trades at the best prices.

Skills

Strong communication

Strategic thinking

Collaborative

Curiosity about AI

Education

A-levels (ABB)

GCSE English Language (Level 5)

GCSE Mathematics (Level 6)

Job description

Your role

Interested in working in finance, specifically global markets, but not sure where to start? Do you want to work for a firm with a truly global footprint?

We're looking for ambitious students to join our 2027 Apprenticeship Program within our Global Markets business.

You’ll get to:

• experience how we help our clients buy and sell financial instruments
• extract market moving data from a variety of sources to inform decisions across our Global Markets business
• provide clients with information about recent market trends and offer trades at the best prices.

Your expertise

We’re looking for a candidate who:

• has completed their A-levels (or equivalent) between 2025 and September 2027, and has achieved ABB grades as well as GCSEs (or equivalent) in English Language (Level 5) and Mathematics (Level 6)
• has values that align with ours: hard-working, trustworthy, dedicated and collaborative
• is a strategic thinker with strong communication skills
• is motivated to work in a business with high demands and tight deadlines
• can evidence how experimental and responsible use of AI can improve outcomes and efficiency.

We’re looking for someone who’s curious and wants to thrive in a business that never stops moving. It’s important to have an interest in the financial industry. We want to see what makes you unique and discover what you can bring to our team.

Perhaps you’ve organized a fundraising event or taken part in team sports? Or stepped out of your comfort zone to learn about a subject you found challenging? Let us know how your achievements match the skills we’re after.

Your program

You’ll work with our experts and learn about the industry, our clients and our firm. You’ll be right at the heart of our business, learning from your colleagues, taking part in day-to-day operations.

You’ll have plenty of opportunities to develop new skills and make contacts along the way. If you like challenges, enjoy learning and want to work where no two days are the same, this program is for you.

You’ll begin with a Level 4 Investment Operations Specialist apprenticeship and move onto a Level 6 Financial Services Professional apprenticeship. It includes a professional qualification which culminates in a BSc (Honours) Applied Finance degree

About us

UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. We also provide diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS is present in more than 50 markets around the globe. We know that great work is never done alone. That’s why we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves. Want to find out more? Visit ubs.com/careers.

Join us

At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We’re dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. And we use artificial intelligence (AI) to work smarter and more efficiently. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That’s why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves. We’re committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.