Our Graduate programmes deliver immersive experiences, transformative development and incredible support \xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x93 giving each graduate the best possible start to their career. You\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99ll learn continually. From bespoke training to courses on our e-learning platform, you\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99ll become more capable and better-equipped every day.Whichever programme you choose, you\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99ll do meaningful work, discover resources to help you build a long-term career and develop your skillset with the guidance of a hand-picked line manager and a dedicated talent coach.Key informationDate live: 09/11/2024Business Area: See job descriptionArea of Expertise: Early CareersContract: GraduateReference Code: JR-0000014578Job descriptionGraduate Programme OverviewIf you're a recent graduate or soon-to-be graduate join us and unlock a world of carefully curated experiences, knowledge, and connections to shape your career. Along the way, you can expect all the training and support you need to make your mark on the world. Put simply, we\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99ll empower you to help determine how we do things and where we go next. Our graduates are a vital part of our success, and we welcome applications from people from all walks of life. Whoever you are and wherever you want to join us, if you\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99re curious, creative and ambitious, this is a world in which you can truly belong.Why the International Corporate Banking Graduate Programme?With a global investment bank presence across Americas, UK, Europe, and Asia Pacific, you will enter a supportive, collaborative environment known for its pace. Balancing work-life, the program fosters entrepreneurial skills within the bank's fast-growing division. You will access diverse bank groups and product sets, building versatility. You\'ll interact with global clients, engage in deals, and learn from senior bankers. Barclays provides tools, while support from a manager, coach, and buddy aids growth. This programme covers financial modelling, credit skills, CIB products, and solutions, plus understanding product sets like FX, DCM, and Barclaycard. You will master the end-to-end deal process, execution, and soft client management skills. You have the chance to contribute to growth, innovate solutions, align with sustainability goals, and assist senior bankers, gaining a platform for impact and development.Your responsibilities encompass assisting with relationship loans, cash management RFPs, trade finance facilities, amongst others. Valuable career and job skills are learned from experienced colleagues. You will have a tangible impact on the Corporate Bank while also advancing their own career journey and skillsets.International Corporate BankingThe International Corporate Bank fuses the power of the corporate and investment bank, that allows us to anchor our relations with the world's most significant organisations by offering lending, trade finance, cash management, liquidity, digital banking, and hedging solutions to our clients. We are focused on developing lasting relationships with Barclays\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99 clients and providing them with the right products and solutions at any given time.Who we're looking forTo be considered for this programme, you must be motivated and curious with a degree or expected degree in any area. Language requirements: fluent in English and desirable in Arabic.Ideally, you\'ll be interested in finance and business, proactive and a good communicator. We value resourcefulness, teamwork, enthusiasm and an entrepreneurial spirit, all of which might be showcased through your involvement in extracurricular activities.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.Purpose of the roleTo participate in the day-to-day activities of the international corporate 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 international corporate banking, interacting with global clients and supporting in deals.
Collaboration with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives.
Participation in training and development programmes to enhance skills and knowledge.
Identification of opportunities, development of business cases, management of the deployment and launch of new products and services for international corporate banking.
Management of the development and implementation of financial models and strategies that support in decision making for international corporate banking.
Training and mentoring of junior colleagues.
Analyst Expectations
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\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s operational processing and activities.
Escalate breaches of policies / procedures 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\xc3\x82 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 \xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x93 our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset \xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x93 to Empower, Challenge and Drive \xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x93 the operating manual for how we behave.What you get in returnHowever high you rise at Barclays, we believe all our employees should receive a competitive package of core benefits flexible to you and your family\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s needs. At Barclays, you\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99ll support our customers and clients, and we\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99ll support you with rewards that will genuinely make a difference.Paid holiday and vacationCompetitive payPrivate medical careDisability assuranceFlexible workingLife assuranceVoluntary benefitsRetirement planningWhere will you be located?Share jobWhat makes a successful Graduate at Barclays?These key qualities will help you lay a solid foundation for success on our programmes. From day one, we\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99ll help you further develop and strengthen them.Why Barclays?There\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s no other business quite like Barclays. There are no other careers quite like ours. We\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99re here to champion your development, and we truly want you to enjoy your career journey. We\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99ll give you all the support and encouragement you need to make the most of this experience. And you\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99ll have the chance to make a genuine contribution to our inclusive culture and support our purpose as we serve our customers, clients, communities and colleagues.The Barclays WayThis is the spirit of Barclays. It\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s why we exist, what we believe and how we behave. But most importantly, it\xc3\xa2\xc2\x80\xc2\x99s how we make decisions, take action and get things done.PurposeWorking together for a better financial future.ValuesWe believe great talent RISES. It acts with Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship.MindsetWe discover our full potential through our desire to Empower, Challenge and Drive each other.You get exposed to really supportive and intelligent people that push you to be your best self.- AlexiIt's great to be surrounded by so much technical talent, but also people through a variety of functions. And I feel like I thrive because there's so much opportunity to network.- ImogenThere's really a lot of impactful work you can do day to day. You get to work with really senior engineers on a daily basis and you learn a lot from working with them.- YumingI can reach out to anybody and know that I will be able to find mentorship, support and just a community at Barclays as well.- BeckyMore about working at BarclaysHow to ApplyWe're committed to providing a supportive and simplified experience for our candidates throughout the application and assessment process. Here, you will find information about what to expect and some guidance around your assessment and interview.While the application process depends on the role, there are some constant steps, which are;Step 1 - Your application Step 2 - Your assessment Step 3 - Your interview Step 4 - Next stepsWe aim to create an inclusive work environment where everyone can reach their full potential. If you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please let us know as part of your application.Find out more informationDiversity and InclusionBarclays offers a diverse, inclusive and engaged culture. A place where people can bring their whole selves to work and be respected for who they are, valued for what they do and celebrated for their contribution to our business and our community.We are an equal opportunity employer and opposed to discrimination on any grounds. 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, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.Right to workBarclays is required by law to confirm that you have the Legal Right to Work in any role that you apply for. If you currently hold a work visa sponsored by Barclays, or you would require sponsorship from Barclays, you must declare this as part of your application. Sponsored visas are role and entity specific and any changes must be reviewed. It is important that you ensure you are working on the correct visa at all times. Failure to accurately disclose your visa status or Legal Right to Work may result in your application or any employment offer being withdrawn at any time.