Risk Apprentice - Edinburgh

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

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor and buddy support

Blended learning + real projects

Fully funded Level 3 apprenticeship

Job summary

Lloyds Banking Group in Edinburgh is inviting applications for a two-year Risk Apprenticeship (Level 3) with Kaplan, starting September 2027. You will rotate through projects to learn how to spot risks, apply regulatory frameworks, and develop evidence-based reporting while building transferable skills in risk management.

The program features blended learning, a mentor and buddy support, a salary of £27,400, and hybrid working arrangements to balance study and work commitments within the

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old before February 2028.
• 5 Nationals 5s at grades A-C including Maths and English (Achieved)

Responsibilities

• Applying legal and regulatory frameworks in day-to-day work.
• Spotting and reducing potential risks before they grow.
• Writing clear reports to help leaders act on risk insights.
• Communicating risks in a way that is understandable to stakeholders.

Skills

Risk & compliance basics

Analytical thinking

Clear communication

Evidence-based reporting

Education

Level 3 Compliance & Risk apprenticeship

Job description

Please note, this site is only for external candidate applications. If you currently work for Lloyds Banking Group please apply via the internal career site.

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.

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.

Duration: 2 years

Salary: £27,400

Location: Edinburgh

Start: September 2027

Qualification – Level 3 Compliance & Risk apprenticeship with Kaplan.

Be our safety net

At Lloyds Banking Group, protecting our 28 million customers isn’t just important. It’s essential. From everyday payments to big business deals, people count on us to keep their money and data safe.

That’s where you come in. As a Risk Apprentice, you’ll learn how to spot problems before they happen, help teams stay on the right side of complex regulations, and keep our bank (and our customers) protected. Think of it as being the safety net for Britain’s biggest digital bank.

Two years. Real risks. Real impact

This two-year apprenticeship combines classroom learning with hands‑on experience. You’ll rotate through projects that show you just how wide-ranging risk management can be - from fraud prevention to regulatory compliance.

You’ll cover topics like

• Understanding legal and regulatory frameworks (yes, the rules of the game)

• Presenting complex information clearly (because jargon doesn’t help anyone)

• Reporting and analysing risk situations

• How to build evidence‑based reports leaders can act on

And you won’t just learn theory. You’ll apply it in real life, every day.

The work you could be doing

• Helping colleagues apply legal and regulatory frameworks

• Spotting and reducing potential risks before they grow

• Writing clear reports that help decision‑makers take action

• Communicating risks in ways that everyone can understand

Your skills toolkit

You’ll master:

• Risk and compliance basics (the “must-haves” in financial services)

• Analytical thinking and evidence-based reporting

• Communication skills that make complex stuff simple

• How to keep customers, colleagues and the business safe

Support in your corner
We’ll back you all the way with:

• Blended learning: real projects + tutor‑led study

• Time dedicated to your development

• A mentor, a manager and a buddy who’ll share their experience

• A network of colleagues who’ve got your back (and your career)

Your future. Fully funded
We’ll pay your salary and cover the cost of your studies, giving you the opportunity to complete a fully funded level 3 apprenticeship in Compliance & Risk. Alongside this, you’ll build transferable skills that can open doors across the financial services sector, and gain valuable experience at the heart of a bank that supports millions of businesses and customers.

Requirements
What you’ll need

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

• 5 Nationals 5s at grades A-C including Maths and English (Achieved)

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 two 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 the local office 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 15th December 2026.

Advert end date: 16 December 2026

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.