Retail Banking Analyst Discovery Programme 2026 London

Barclays UK; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global bank is offering a virtual Retail Banking Analyst Discovery Programme for students who are two years out from graduation. Participants will engage in seminars to learn about retail banking, assist with research projects, and gain insights for potential internship opportunities. Ideal candidates will possess strong research and analytical skills, along with a collaborative mindset. Successful participants will have the opportunity to apply for the 2027 Summer Internship in London and develop a deep understanding of customer needs in financial services.

Qualifications

• Curiosity to understand global banking dynamics.
• Ability to work collaboratively in teams.
• Basic understanding of financial services.

Responsibilities

• Participate in retail banking activities to provide insights.
• Execute research projects supporting decision-making.
• Manage client relationships and customer service.

Skills

Research skills

Customer service

Collaboration

Analytical ability

Education

Any degree discipline

Job description

Retail Banking Analyst Discovery Programme 2026 London

Dates: April 15th & 16th 2026

Open to all students, the Discovery Programme is a virtual opportunity to learn about the career paths Barclays and be considered for our 2027 internship. We want to help you learn about the opportunities we offer and encourage you to picture yourself in the world of financial services.

Why Barclays Discovery Programme?

• Join seminars and workshops, where you’ll learn about financial services, Retail Banking as a business area, the recruitment process and Barclays as an employer.
• Participate in specific breakout sessions within Retail Banking, where you'll gain insights of what you can expect from the Summer Internship in 2027.
• Build your understanding of the assessment process and next steps.
• Connect with people from across our business, including current graduates who have already made the journey that you are starting out on.
• Attend dedicated networking sessions with senior leaders and graduates aligned to your chosen business area.

Retail Banking at Barclays

From savings accounts to investments, from mortgages to credit cards, from insurance policies to digital banking, Retail Banking makes money work for customers all over the world.

Retail Banking is all about developing a deep understanding of our customers’ needs and ambitions. Once we understand that, we can dream up just the right products to help them reach their goals. This is where we craft truly connected customer journeys, making it easy for customers to navigate Barclays and ensuring great interactions at every single touchpoint. And it’s where we keep our eyes on the future, shaping what the best customer experiences will look like for years to come.

Who can apply?

You’ll need to be 2 years out from graduation and can be studying any degree discipline.

Beyond that, you’ll need to be curious to understand how a global bank adapts in a constantly evolving environment.

We are recruiting on a rolling basis, so we recommend that students apply early.

Barclays does not provide sponsorship to attend the 2-day insight programme. Please note however that following the 2-day insight programme, if you are successful in securing a 2027 Summer Internship, Barclays will apply for a skilled worker visa for you to provide you with the legal right to work for the duration of the 2027 Summer Internship Programme. Any offer made to you for the 2027 Summer Internship Programme will be conditional upon you meeting the Home Office eligibility requirements for a skilled worker visa.

Working in London

Whilst our Discovery Programme is virtual, if successful in securing a place on our 2027 internship programme, you’ll be based in London.

If you love the buzz of 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. Here, you won’t just be perfectly placed to explore the nation’s capital; you’ll be in a place where you can explore all the many functions and opportunities of a global financial giant. And if you’re technically minded, you’ll get more from your tech career by collaborating with other brilliant minds on game‑changing innovations that are redefining the future of finance.

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 participate in the day-to‑day activities of the retail banking division providing insights and expertise that help senior colleagues make informed decisions, develop new products and services, and identify new market opportunities

Accountabilities

• Execution of small research projects, research to support strategic decision making, preparation of presentations and reports to communicate research findings, collaboration with senior management to implement research findings for retail banking.
• Collaboration with cross‑functional teams to support business initiatives.
• Participation in training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Identification of opportunities, development of business cases, management of the deployment and launch of new products and services for retail banking.
• Management of client relationships and provision of customer service support to clients and customers, under steadily decreasing supervision, responding to questions about products and services, processing of transactions, and resolution of customer complaints.
• Management of the development and implementation of financial models and strategies that support decision making for retail banking.
• Training and mentoring of junior colleagues.

Analyst Expectations

• To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement.
• Requires in‑depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise.
• Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise.
• They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources.
• If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others.
• Or for an individual contributor, they develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate.
• Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.
• Partner with other functions and business areas.
• Takes responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities.
• Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately.
• Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.
• Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise.
• 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.
• Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub‑function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function.
• Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub‑function.
• Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail.
• Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents.
• Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information.
• Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation.

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.