Operations Analyst Foundation Apprenticeship Programme 2025 - Northampton

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Operations Analyst Foundation Apprenticeship Programme 2025 - Northampton

Why a Barclays Apprenticeship?

• Earn whilst working towards an Improvement Practitioner Apprenticeship
• Blend of theoretical learning and practical work
• Permanent, full-time job with a competitive salary
• No student loan required
• Tailored support from Programme Support Manager and People Leader
• Expert mentor provided

Operations at Barclays

No banking service happens by magic. As an Apprentice in Operations, you’ll get data-driven insights that could completely transform the way we work.

Are you eligible?

• 5 GCSEs at A*-C (9-5) including Maths and English (or equivalent)
• Legal right to work in the UK for the programme's duration
• No sponsorship provided

Working in Northampton

Northampton is a key strategic hub with over 3,000 employees, working on initiatives like fraud detection and contact centre technologies.

Purpose of the role

Support the day-to-day operations of the business division by providing insights to inform decisions, develop products, and find new market opportunities.

Accountabilities

• Perform KYC tasks according to CDD and AML policies
• Monitor real-time transaction flow, trade updates, and exception queues
• Address incident, problem, and change management issues
• Support continuous improvement and process optimization
• Perform daily reconciliation of cleared derivatives fees
• Take part in training and development programs

Analyst Expectations

• Meet stakeholder and customer needs through operational excellence
• Perform tasks in a timely and high-quality manner
• No people leadership roles at this grade
• Collaborate with team members
• Escalate policy breaches as required
• Take responsibility for customer service and operational tasks
• Manage risk and strengthen controls
• Understand team roles and objectives
• Work within defined procedures
• Make informed judgments based on factual data
• Build relationships with stakeholders and customers

Barclays Values

All colleagues are expected to demonstrate Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship. Additionally, they will follow the Barclays Mindset to Empower, Challenge, and Drive.

About Barclays

We’re invested in technological innovation, and the minds driving it forward. You’ll find expert support, and extensive learning opportunities.

As an apprentice, you’ll join us in a permanent job — doing real, challenging work from the very start. At the same time, you’ll receive world-class training towards recognised, meaningful qualifications, up to Master’s degree level.

We’ll support you to always be you, and to back yourself. To explore your potential, and realise its power. To turn your ambition into expertise. Wherever you take your journey, we’ll be with you every step of the way.

Whether you join as a foundation apprentice after GCSEs or a higher apprentice with A Levels already under your belt, you can become an expert in an environment like ours. There’s more to become at Barclays.

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button.

Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.