Risk Analyst Graduate Programme Northampton

Overview

If 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’ll 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’re curious, creative, and ambitious, this is a world in which you can truly belong.

Our Explorer Programme — You ll join our explorer programme, a 2-year programme designed to give you depth and breadth of experience. Participating in job-based bespoke training from the start enabling you to go fully-equipped into your role as you embark on the first of three eight-month long rotations.

Barclays is a global force in banking, and Risk at Barclays is involved in every single transaction, every product, every service and every decision Barclays makes across the full suite of transatlantic banking operations. With 3,000 people working in Risk worldwide, the sheer scale of our operation gives us unrivalled exposure, insight and breadth of experience. We’re always adapting to meet the evolving needs of our customers, clients, and the business itself, staying ahead of changes in both the financial and tech worlds.

Lead the way in addressing big issues, including the potential implications of an economic downturn, and advising Barclays  business leaders to help them make well-informed, balanced decisions. That makes Risk an exciting, complex and constantly evolving place to build a varied and rewarding career.

Working in Risk, you’ll develop a solid understanding of Barclays’ products and services, as well as the different risks involved – from credit and market risks to operational, climate, and treasury risks. So you’ll gain knowledge of different business areas and their importance to the bank, and develop the skills to manage risk in a way that supports Barclays’ strategy. Risk at Barclays is a dynamic, exciting function with great capability and credibility.

Far from being a function that’s only called on in times of need, Risk has a seat at the table where strategy is formed, innovations are born, and world-class solutions are created. It’s a fantastic opportunity for everyone, at every level, to make a real impact as we drive growth and protect the future of Barclays.

To be considered for this opportunity, you ll be motivated with a strong degree or expected degree – in any area.

Ideally, you ll also bring problem-solving skills and analytical thinking. An interest to understand how a global bank adapts in a constantly evolving regulatory environment and an interest in how our bank responds to external market influences and find the support to build a successful career within Risk.

For the graduate programme
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Please be advised that the 2026 Risk Graduate Programme is not one which we can offer sponsorship for at this time. Accordingly, applicants for this position will need to have the legal right to work in the UK on a full time basis from August 2026 to August 2028.

Following the graduate programme
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Please note that the Risk business area is currently deemed out of scope for sponsorship. Please be assured that we considered all factors very carefully, prior to making this decision. Accordingly, as it currently stands, you would not be eligible to receive a Skilled Worker Visa from Barclays at the end of the Graduate Programme if you obtain a role in this area.

Our environmentally friendly campus is designed with people in mind. With cafés, changing areas, and collaboration spaces, it’s a place where work feels good. From beekeeping and sports to cultural celebrations and crafting, there are plenty of ways to connect and unwind.

Green spaces and living plants bring the outdoors in, while our Community Allotment offers a peaceful spot to recharge and support wellbeing. With ample parking,…