Global Transaction Banking Analyst Discovery Programme 2026 London

Barclays Bank Plc; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A major global bank in Westminster is hosting an exciting insight program for students who are two years away from graduation. This program, occurring on April 14-15, 2026, offers workshops and networking opportunities with experienced professionals, and is designed as a stepping stone to secure a summer internship in 2027. Participants will engage in assessments that could lead to a 10-week internship, gaining insight into the financial services sector and the company's operations.

Qualifications

• Must be 2 years out from graduation.
• Interest in evolving banking practices.
• Legal right to work in the UK for the summer internship.

Responsibilities

• Participate in seminars and workshops.
• Network with graduates and senior leaders.
• Complete assessments for summer internship.

Skills

Curiosity about global banking

Interest in transaction banking solutions

Education

Any degree discipline

Job description

The Discovery Programme is an amazing opportunity for students who are 2 years out from graduation to be assessed for and to apply to join our Summer Internships in 2027 before anyone else. It is a chance to learn about a career at Barclays, to find out a lot about the business world, and to discover a bit about yourself. By gaining a good understanding of the full selection of roles and opportunities we offer, it is a perfect stepping stone to one of our 10‑week internships in Global Transaction Banking.

Programme Dates

April 14th – 15th 2026 (in‑person programme)

During the two‑day programme you will participate in seminars, workshops, and breakout sessions that provide insight into financial services, the recruitment process, and Barclays as an employer. You will connect with people from across our business, including current graduates who have already made the journey that you are starting out on, and attend dedicated networking sessions with senior leaders and graduates aligned to your chosen business area. On day two you will be assessed for the 2027 summer internship by taking part in a series of assessments.

What we look for

• 2 years out from graduation.
• Any degree discipline.
• Curiosity about how a global bank adapts in a constantly evolving environment.
• Interest in digitally empowered working capital and transaction banking solutions.
• Legal right to work in the UK for the duration of the 2027 Summer Internship Programme.

Barclays does not provide sponsorship to attend the 2‑day insight programme. This position requires applicants to have the legal right to work in the UK.

It is the policy of Barclays to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, colour, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.