Operations Analyst Degree Apprenticeship Programme 2026 London

Barclays UK; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking institution in London is offering a Data Scientist Degree Apprenticeship. This role provides a unique opportunity to gain a professional qualification while earning a competitive salary. Ideal for school leavers and career changers, this position emphasizes operational excellence and analytical skills.

Benefits

Permanent job opportunity

Competitive salary

Professional qualification without student loan

Qualifications

• Must display strong commitment and enthusiasm in the role.
• Qualifications include 3 A-levels and required GCSEs.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations within the team.
• Perform KYC tasks and monitor transactions.
• Participate in training and development programs.

Skills

Commitment

Enthusiasm

Analytical skills

Education

3 A-levels at BBC (or equivalent)

GCSE in Maths and English at Grade C (4)

Job description

Closing Date: 31 October 2025
Annual Salary £25,000 + benefits

Overview

Getting qualified. It’s a huge achievement that can completely change your prospects – but it’s not always open to everyone, whether that’s due to the cost of university or the timing not being right. With our apprenticeships, all that can change. Here at Barclays we offer a world-class programme that provides you with a permanent, full-time job with a competitive salary from day one - all whilst gaining a professional qualification at the same time. Whether you’re a school-leaver looking for alternative options to the traditional university route or you’re someone thinking differently about your future, we’ll help you to build an extraordinary career at Barclays, no matter your background.

Our programme is designed for school leavers and career changers, but is open to anyone, no matter your background or your age. You’ll be joining an Apprenticeship cohort from diverse walks of life, including school leavers starting their career, ex-military wanting to kick-start a career in the corporate world, and parents returning to work after time off.

If you already have a degree, visit https://search.jobs.barclays/graduates and consider our graduate opportunities.

Why a Barclays Apprenticeship?

You’ll have the opportunity to earn whilst working towards a Data Scientist Degree Apprenticeship, a blend of theoretical learning and real-life practical work, all while on a full-time salary in a permanent job. A professional qualification without the student loan, plus years of work experience. Due to the evolving nature of Apprenticeships, a new Apprenticeship might become available and if deemed more relevant to your role, we’ll change the Apprenticeship before you start.

We’ve spent 15 years refining the support on our Apprenticeship programme. From day one, you’ll be assigned a Programme Support Manager matched to your needs and background, and together with your People Leader they’ll support you as an individual. We’ll also match you to an expert in your specialist subject, ready to share their knowledge.

The Apprenticeship route gives you the opportunity for self-discovery and to explore different career paths. With over 325 years of expertise in Banking, Barclays operates in 39 countries, employing around 90,000 people to help move, lend, invest and protect money for customers and clients worldwide, providing opportunities to network and discover what makes you tick.

Operations at Barclays

At Barclays, every moment is a chance to make a difference. Our Operations team keeps payments processing, credit card systems running smoothly, and trades and transactions — from equities to debt financing — executed with precision and speed. They’re the heartbeat of the bank.

As part of this programme, you’ll become a vital part of that rhythm. You’ll build a strong foundation in Operations, contribute to strategic initiatives, and help us deliver exceptional service — the right way, every time.

Are you eligible?

First, you’ll need the right qualifications. For this apprenticeship opportunity you’ll need 3 A-levels at BBC (or equivalent) and GCSE qualifications in Maths and English at Grade C (4) or an equivalent qualification.

Beyond that, we’re looking for commitment and enthusiasm. Our Apprenticeships invest in you as an individual. You’ll turn up every day ready to work hard, push yourself, and think differently about what you’re capable of. You’ll have the backing of a global bank and you’ll rise to that expectation.

To apply for our apprentice programme, you must meet the Government\'s apprentice funding requirements that apply to you as outlined in https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apprenticeship-funding-rules for apprentices in England. The Government funding requirements include residency in the UK for the previous three years on the first day of learning (subject to exceptions) and that you hold the legal right to work for the full duration of the programme prior to commencing.

Working In London

If you love city life, our global HQ is the place to be. Our London hub is in Canary Wharf, at the heart of London’s financial district. You’ll be perfectly placed to explore the nation’s capital and the many functions and opportunities of a global financial giant.

What happens once you apply?

Step 1 – We’ll review your application
Step 2 – You’ll be asked to complete our online assessments
Step 3 – We’ll ask you to complete a survey to confirm eligibility
Step 4 – Attend a virtual or in-person assessment day with a group activity and interview (this will take place from November 2025)
Step 5 – We’ll inform you of the outcome and provide feedback.

It is the policy of Barclays to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, 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.

Purpose of the role

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

Accountabilities

• Performance of KYC tasks while following standard procedures related to Client Due Diligence and AML policies.
• Monitoring of 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.
• Provision of support to continuous improvement of the operational process and the development of best practices; coming up with ways to improve systems and processes.
• Provision of support for cleared derivatives, performing daily reconciliation of related fees undertook a range of complex customer and product related processing activities.
• Participation in training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge.

Analyst Expectations

• To meet the needs of stakeholders/ customers through operational excellence and customer service.
• Perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard
• No people leadership roles at this grade.
• Execute work requirements as identified in processes and procedures, collaborating with and impacting on the work of team members.
• Identify escalation of policy breaches as required.
• Take responsibility for customer service and operational execution tasks.
• Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct.
• Gain and maintain an understanding of own role, how the team integrates to achieve overall objectives, alongside knowledge of the work of other teams within the function.
• Work within well-defined procedures that may involve a variety of work routines.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the procedures.
• Evaluate and select the appropriate alternatives from defined options.
• Make judgements based on the analysis of factual information.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and customers to identify and address their needs, in support of a smooth operating process, handling sensitive issues as required.

All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave.