Data Science & AI Graduate Scheme (London)

Lloyds Bank; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking institution in the UK is seeking candidates for their Data Science & AI Graduate Scheme. This full-time program offers a unique opportunity to work in innovative data roles across various locations while mastering critical skills in AI and analytics. Ideal for recent graduates or those with advanced degrees, it combines learning with practical experience in a hybrid working environment, focusing on ethical AI practices and cutting-edge technologies.

Benefits

Generous pension contribution of up to 15%

Annual bonus award subject to performance

Share schemes including free shares

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies

Qualifications

• Knowledge of analytical techniques and coding experience, including SQL.
• Ability to use statistical modelling techniques.
• Recent graduates and MSc/PhD candidates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy machine learning models for various analytics.
• Engineer robust data pipelines and ML workflows.
• Apply advanced techniques in NLP and statistical modelling.

Skills

Python

Machine learning techniques and theory

Generative and Agentic AI

AI Solution design and evaluation techniques

Cloud platforms like GCP

Data analysis, modelling and strategic design

Education

Various qualifications including certifications through Stanford University Online

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

XGBoost

Apache Spark

Vertex AI

CI/CD tooling

Job description

End Date
Thursday 06 November 2025

Salary Range
45000

Job Description Summary

Before you start your application please note alternative formats are available on request. Please contact us by emailing or calling on 0. If emailing please tell us how you would like us to respond – we can email back or call you to discuss any requirements or concerns you might have. We will get back to you as soon as we can but during busy times it might take up to 5 working days (Dont worry this wont affect your progress in the application process)

Your AI era starts now

At Lloyds Banking Group data isnt just something we store in the cloud. Its the juice that keeps ideas flowing decisions sharper and progress unstoppable.

Chief Data & Analytics Office

Our Chief Data & Analytics Office has one mission: weave data analytics and AI into every decision we make. The goal Simple. Every choice everywhere driven by data.

Two years. Three game‑changing rotations

This two‑year programme blends office and home working. Across three eight‑month placements youll see how we use data and AI to crack big‑ticket challenges. From detecting fraud and managing credit risk to decoding customer behaviour and building smarter banking tools.

You could become

• Data & AI Scientist – uncovering insights, making predictions and solving complex problems with machine learning techniques, always with an ethical and accurate lens.
• Machine Learning & AI Engineer – designing and deploying robust ML systems that bring data science to life through automation, CI/CD and modern cloud engineering practices.

The work you could be doing

• Design and deploy machine learning models for fraud detection, credit risk, customer segmentation and behavioural analytics using scalable frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch and XGBoost.
• Engineer robust data pipelines and ML workflows using Apache Spark, Vertex AI and CI/CD tooling to ensure seamless model delivery and monitoring.
• Apply advanced techniques in deep learning, natural language processing (NLP) and statistical modelling to extract insights and drive decision‑making.
• Explore and evaluate Generative AI applications including prompt engineering, fine‑tuning and safety alignment using tools like Gemini, Claude and OpenAI APIs.
• Design agentic AI systems that integrate autonomous decision‑making and multi‑agent collaboration contributing to next‑gen banking solutions.
• Innovate on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) scaling from experimentation to production.
• Learn to deliver AI in an ethical and responsible way understanding AI risks, bias mitigation, explainability and governance frameworks.

Your skills toolkit

• Programming languages like Python
• Machine learning techniques and theory
• Generative and Agentic AI
• AI Solution design and evaluation techniques
• Cloud platforms like GCP
• CI/CD, DevOps and software engineering
• Data analysis, modelling and strategic design
• Business and commercial insights

Your multi‑week AI power‑up

• Foundations of machine learning
• AI literacy
• Ensemble methods & model optimisation
• Databases & big data
• Neural networks & deep learning
• LLM foundations, engineering, customisation and integration

MLOps & cloud computing

Its all live lectures, tutor‑led group work and real‑world challenges from day one.

Your personal learning plan

• Up to three Stanford Artificial Intelligence Professional Programmes
• Google Cloud certifications
• Coursera courses on everything from advanced ML to AI ethics and explainability.

Team in your corner

• A dedicated mentor
• A buddy who’s been through it before
• A close‑knit community of data professionals who speak fluent Python and coffee naturally.

Your future. Fully funded

You’ll earn a good salary while mastering the skills shaping the future of tech and finance. Training Bootcamp, Certifications – all on us. By the end you’ll have the technical confidence, strategic mindset and industry know‑how to take your career wherever you want – from deep technical roles to AI strategy leadership or even inventing the next big thing that no‑one has thought of yet.

Benefits

• A generous pension contribution of up to 15%
• An annual bonus award subject to Group performance
• Share schemes including free shares
• Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle such as discounted shopping
• 28 days holiday with bank holidays on top
• A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies

Requirements

• Knowledge of analytical techniques and experience in manipulating and deriving insight from coding experience, knowledge of SQL and the ability to use statistical modelling techniques – this will form part of the assessments.
• We encourage all students to apply from newly graduated through to MSc / PhD.
• We are unable to offer sponsorship for this programme and you must have full unlimited right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

Choose from various qualifications to boost your career including certifications through Stanford University Online. Work to a personal learning plan that matches your interests and goals.

Locations

Bristol, Edinburgh, Halifax, Leeds, London, Manchester. You will be expected to work in your allocated office a minimum of two days a week as part of our hybrid working policy.

Opening and Closing Date

Applications for our Data Science & AI Graduate Scheme open on 24th September 2025.

How to Apply

Our application process is designed to help you shine. We want everyone to feel they belong and can be their best regardless of background, identity or culture. Find details, including stages and tips for success, on our how to apply page.

We keep your data safe. We only ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited to an interview or accepted a verbal offer, when we run our background checks. We always explain what we need and why with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person.

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.

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Experience

Years

Vacancy

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