Financial Service Professional School Leaver Apprentice (CM&PS) - London
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Position Overview & Specifications
Agile Working Options Flexibility in when hours are worked, Hybrid Working Job Description Summary Lloyds Banking Group is looking to hire talented school leavers into the Corporate & Institutional Banking division.
This is your opportunity to join a pioneering front office apprenticeship programme and operate in an extremely dynamic, exciting division, while gaining a professional qualification at the same time.
We’re looking for innovative problem solvers, team players and individuals with an eye for detail who are keen to make an impact within financial services and want to be our leaders of the future. Better still, you don’t need any banking experience as we’ll guide you on everything you need to know.
What we’re looking for is passion, personality, and the commitment to learn!
This is an exciting time to join us, as you’ll gain exposure to our business at a time of significant growth, so if you want to join an expansive, values-led organisation apply now! Job Description What you’ll do: You’ll work within our Cash Management & Payments Solutions team who create broader customer and client relationships though an enhanced cash management and payments proposition, to build a sustainable and inclusive future. We serve clients’ treasury needs and help them manage their financial risks as well as striving to offer clients an optimum client experience when transacting our products. As a result, this role enables a wide range of exposure unlike anywhere else within Lloyds Banking Group. About the programme: Starting in September 2023, we’ll support your study towards a Level 6 – Financial Services Professional apprenticeship. This apprenticeship programme will last for 36 months, during which time you'll gain a degree level qualification - the Chartered Banker Advanced Diploma in Banking and Leadership in a digital age. Whilst on the Apprenticeship scheme 20% of your time will be dedicated to ‘mandatory apprenticeship hours’, which can include attending workshops, shadowing, reading, completing assignments etc. This means 80% of your role is applying your learning in the workplace, in a safe environment. What you’ll learn: You'll gain an experience across a number of different areas including, Coverage, Products and Risk, which will enable you to discover how different business areas operate and function across our organisation to strengthen your development for the future. As part of this role you’ll also learn to…
- Work to deadlines
- Manage and lead on your own pieces of work
- Engage and influence senior stakeholders
- Effectively manage risk
- Minimum 5 GCSEs Grades 4 - 9 or equivalent (including Maths and English) AND
- At least one A-Level or equivalent by September 2023
- Enthusiasm and can-do attitude
- Confident self-starter
- Logical thinker
- Proven track record of achieving results (can be academic or personal)
- Ability to work in a team
- Confident oral and written communication
- Environmental awareness
- London – £31,941
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Banking & Lending
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Financial Service Professional School Leaver Apprentice (CM&PS) - London roles across Lloyds Banking Group's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Banking & Lending.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £31,941 - £46,137 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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