Data & AI Apprenticeship - Edinburgh

Lloyds Bank; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension contribution up to 15

Annual performance bonus

Share schemes including free shares

Discounts on shopping

22 days holiday

Job summary

Lloyds Banking Group is offering a Data Apprentice based in Edinburgh. You’ll start with a Level 4 Applied Data and AI Specialist apprenticeship, then progress to a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Data Science or Digital Technology Solutions.

Salary is £27,400 for the apprenticeship, with hybrid working and a clear progression path into analytics and AI roles. This 4.5-year programme blends real projects with classroom learning.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 by February 2028.
• National 5 Maths & English (A-C).
• 4 Highers BBCC (predicted allowed).
• Hold valid Right to Work in the UK.
• Note: Visa sponsorship may not be available for this role.

Responsibilities

• Learn to tame big datasets and extract insights.
• Spot patterns to help prevent fraud.
• Build dashboards and data visualisations for leaders.
• Work ethically to make data accessible and useful.
• Develop skills through blended learning and mentorship.

Skills

SQL

Python

Data analytics

Education

Level 4 Apprenticeship in Data & AI

Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Data Science or Digital Technology Solutions

National 5 Maths & English

Higher BBCC

Job description

Please note: In order to complete an apprenticeship there needs to be a significant learning need. You need to consider your previous qualifications or significant relevant work experience which may mean you cannot proceed with this application.

End Date

We support flexible working – click here for more information on flexible working options

Flexible Working Options

Hybrid Working

Job Description Summary

Prior to submitting your application, please visit our early careers website to find out more about the programmes we offer and the recruitment journey: www.lloydsbankinggrouptalent.com.

Our apprenticeship programmes may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so it’s best to apply as soon as you can.

If you have any questions, please do contact the team at [e-mail]

Duration: 4.5 years
Salary : £27,400
Location: Edinburgh

Start: September 2027
Qualification: Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship with BPP. Successfully complete that and you’ll move on to a level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Data Science or Digital Technology Solutions.

Your data journey starts here. Show us what you’re made of

At Lloyds Banking Group, data isn’t just numbers on a screen. It’s the fuel for every decision we make, every problem we solve, every idea that takes us forward.

We’re the UK’s biggest digital bank, with 23 million customers logging in, tapping and scrolling every day. And with £3bn a year going into cloud, AI and analytics, we’re serious about data shaping the future.

As a Data Apprentice, you’ll learn how to tame big, messy datasets, spot patterns no one else can see, and turn them into insights that make banking smarter, safer and simpler.

Three to four years. Two apprenticeships. Unlimited potential

This isn’t just one programme - it’s your first step to an amazing career. You’ll begin with a level 4 Applied Data and AI Specialist apprenticeship. Do well, and successfully complete this, and you’ll move on to a level 6 degree apprenticeship, deepening your skills while growing your career with us.

Along the way, you’ll dive into

• SQL and advanced data joins (yes, the fun kind)

• Predictive modelling & forecasting (basically, time travel with stats)

• Data visualisation & storytelling (making numbers talk)

• Analytics lifecycles & data democratisation

• Statistical programming languages

• Building data products people actually use

By the end, you won’t just know data. You’ll live and breathe data.

The impact you could make

• Spot patterns that stop fraud before it happens

• Help millions of customers make smarter money choices

• Build dashboards that leaders can’t live without

• Make data accessible, ethical and useful for everyone

Your skills toolkit

You’ll master:

• SQL, Python and other stats superpowers

• Visualisation that makes people go “ohhh, now I get it”

• Forecasting and modelling

• AI literacy and applied analytics

• Turning complexity into clarity

Support in your corner

We’ll set you up to shine with:

• Blended learning: real projects + classroom theory

• Time carved out just for your development

• A mentor, a manager and a buddy (because no one should debug alone)

• A community that shares your passion and goals

Your future. Fully funded

We’ll cover your salary and fully fund your qualifications, setting you up for success with a level 4 apprenticeship in Applied Data and AI. You’ll gain hands‑on experience working with some of the UK’s largest and most complex datasets, develop versatile skills that open doors across analytics and AI, and have the opportunity to progress to a Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship equipping you to grow from a specialist into a strategist.

What you need to apply

• You’ll need to be at least 18 years old by the end of February 2028

• National 5 Maths & English at grades A-C (Achieved)

• 4 Highers BBCC (these grades can be predicted, but any offer made to you will be conditional upon successful achievement of these qualifications)

Important information

An additional requirement for the apprenticeship position is that you must currently possess a valid Right to Work in the UK. Your visa end date must extend beyond the duration of the apprenticeship programme, which will last up to five years.

Due to Home Office requirements regarding Skilled Workers, we’re unable to accept applications for visa sponsorship for our apprenticeship roles as the proposed salary for the role does not meet the minimum threshold – if this situation applies to you, please consider looking for other vacancies which may be more suitable.

Location

This apprenticeship is based in Edinburgh, and you will be expected to work from your primary office location throughout the programme. While our hybrid working policy requires office attendance at least two days per week (40% for full‑time colleagues), apprentices are expected to be in the office most days during the initial settling‑in period.

If your commute exceeds 1.5 hours, we strongly recommend relocating closer to the office to ensure consistent attendance in line with contractual and hybrid working expectations.

About working for us
Our ambition is to be the leading UK business for diversity, equity and inclusion supporting our customers, colleagues and communities and we’re committed to creating an environment in which everyone can thrive, learn and develop.

We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer Initiative.

We offer reasonable workplace adjustments for colleagues with disabilities, including flexibility in office attendance, location and working patterns. And, as a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee interviews for a fair and proportionate number of applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role with a disability, long‑term health or neurodivergent condition through the Disability Confident Scheme.

We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to reduce or remove barriers. Just let us know what you need.

Salary

You will join us on a fixed apprenticeship salary. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be re‑graded, with your pay range consistent with the job family for your business area.

We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes

• A generous pension contribution of up to 15%

• An annual performance‑related bonus

• Share schemes including free shares

• Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping

• 22 days’ holiday, with bank holidays on top

• A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies

The closing date to apply for this opportunity is 12th January.

If you have any queries regarding the recruitment process, please email [e-mail] and a member of our team will be happy to help and will reply within 3 working days (Monday – Friday).

What happens next?

Submit your application → Complete the online assessments → If successful, attend the Assessment Centre in March → Receive your outcome.

At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop.

We're focused on creating a values‑led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we’re building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.

Advert end date: 13 January 2027