Closing Date: 31 October 2025 Annual Salary £25,000 benefits Getting qualified

It’s a huge achievement that can completely change your prospects – but it’s not always open to everyone, whether that’s due to the cost of university or the timing not being right

But with our apprenticeships, all that can change

Here at Barclays we offer a world-class programme that provides you with a permanent, full-time job with a competitive salary from day one – all whilst gaining a professional qualification at the same time

Whether you’re a school-leaver looking for alternative options to the traditional university route or you’re someone thinking differently about your future, we’ll help you to build an extraordinary career at Barclays, no matter your background

Our programme is designed for school leavers and career changers, but is open to anyone, no matter your background or your age

So you’ll be joining an Apprenticeship cohort who are from all different walks of life, whether that’s school leavers starting their career, ex-military wanting to kick-start a career in the corporate world to parents wanting to return to work after having time off

If you have already have degree, make sure you visit https://search.jobs.barclays/graduates and consider our graduate opportunities

Why a Barclays Apprenticeship? You’ll get the opportunity to earn whilst working towards a Compliance and Risk Officer Apprenticeship, a perfect blend of theoretical learning and real-life practical work whilst on a full-time salary in a permanent job. A unique chance to get a professional qualification without the student loan, all whilst getting years of work experience under your belt

Due to the evolving nature of Apprenticeships, a new Apprenticeship might become available and if deemed more relevant to your role, we’ll change the Apprenticeship before you start

We’ve spent 15 years perfecting the support that you’ll receive on our Apprenticeship programme

From day one, you’ll be assigned a Programme Support Manager matched to your needs and background, and together with your People Leader, they’ll support you as an individual

We’ll also match you to an expert in your specialist subject, ready to share their knowledge

The Apprenticeship route gives you the opportunity for self-discovery and helps you to explore different career paths

With over 325 years of expertise in Banking, Barclays operates in 39 countries, employing around 90,000 people to help move, lend, invest and protect money for customers and clients worldwide

Giving you endless opportunities to network and discover what makes you tick

Compliance at Barclays As one of the world’s largest and most respected full-service banks, Barclays has a huge responsibility, to millions of people, to do the right thing

That’s why the work we do in Compliance really matters. A broad-ranging, multi-disciplinary function, Compliance oversees the way Barclays does business

This means satisfying the ever-evolving demands of the banking regulators, as well as maintaining our own standards and codes of conduct and protecting our reputation in the world

Compliance is essential to every business, every function, every team and every location

That gives us a broad understanding of the global business: we see the big picture, and we touch on every facet of the bank’s operations

This is your chance to be part of a positive, proactive team doing fascinating, challenging and rewarding work of great importance – and huge variety

Compliance people research and investigate

We gather, study and analyse complex data from a wide range of sources

We follow leads, identify risks, evaluate threats and predict trends that will define the future

We’re involved in surveillance and control, product design and implementation

We are trusted, influential advisers in every area of our global business – simply put, without Compliance, Barclays could not operate

Are you eligible? First, you’ll need the right qualifications

For this apprenticeship opportunity you’ll need SQA Highers at BBBB or equivalent

Beyond that though, we’re also looking for commitment and enthusiasm

Our Apprenticeships place deep investment in you as an individual

That means we need you to match that commitment: you’ll turn up every day ready to work hard, push yourself, and think differently about what you’re capable of

You’ll have the backing of a global bank, and you’ll rise to that expectation

To apply for our apprentice programme, you must meet the Government’s apprentice funding requirements that apply to you as outlined in https://www.saas.gov.uk/full-time/graduate-apprenticeships-funding/who-can-apply for apprentices in Scotland

The Government apprentice funding requirements include a number of requirements that you must meet, including a 3 year residence requirement (subject to certain exceptions), and that you hold the legal right to work full time for the full duration of the apprenticeship programme prior to commencing the programme

You’ll also need to be residing in Scotland from 1 August 2026

Working In Glasgow Our brand new state-of-the-art campus in Glasgow is somewhere you’ll want to work

It’s the home of a team of 5,500 colleagues who thrive in an environment that’s designed with collaboration and the future of work in mind

The campus is made up of creative spaces and technology with hybrid working opportunities at the heart

The campus is inclusive to all, with a specific focus on neurodiversity through our partnership with Scottish Autism

As well as offering the perfect space for collaborative working, there’s also plenty to get involved in outside of your day job

From live music in the canteen, a rooftop bar that overlooks the Clyde for meeting up with colleagues after hours and even an on-site beekeeping club

What happens once you apply? Step 1 – We’ll review your application Step 2 – You’ll be asked to complete our online assessments Step 3 – We’ll ask you to complete a survey, so we can be sure of your eligibility Step 4 – It’s time to attend a virtual or in-person assessment day, where you’ll be assessed during a group activity and interview (this will take place from November 2025) Step 5 – We’ll let you know the outcome and give you feedback

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 gain experience of risk management skills, knowledge, and capabilities to deliver a broad range of compliance services to businesses and functions

Accountabilities Guiding the business’ adherence to the Compliance risk management framework

Advisory services to colleagues about regulation related to specific products and services

Utilisation of data and analytics to proactively monitor and influence the business Compliance risk landscape

Development of Compliance risk insight and understanding, including Laws, Rules and Regulations, Financial Crime and Conduct

Training of business stakeholders

Analyst Expectations To meet the needs of stakeholders/ customers through operational excellence and customer service Perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard No people leadership roles at this grade

Execute work requirements as identified in processes and procedures, collaborating with and impacting on the work of team members

Identify escalation of policy breaches as required

Take responsibility for customer service and operational execution tasks

Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to

Deliver your workand areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct

Gain and maintain an understanding of own role, how the team integrates to achieve overall objectives, alongside knowledge of the work of other teams within the function

Work within well-defined procedures that may involve a variety of work routines

Demonstrate an understanding of the procedures

Evaluate and select the appropriate alternatives from defined options

Make judgements based on the analysis of factual information

Build relationships with stakeholders and customers to identify and address their needs, in support of a smooth operating process, handling sensitive issues as required

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.