Job Description

Our Graduate programmes deliver immersive experiences, transformative development and incredible support - giving each graduate the best possible start to their career. You'll learn continually. From bespoke training to courses on our e-learning platform, you'll become more capable and better-equipped every day.
Whichever programme you choose, you'll 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 information
Date live: 30/08/2025
Business Area: See job description
Area of Expertise: Early Careers
Contract: Graduate
Reference Code: JR-0000065407
Job description
Graduate Programme 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.
Why the Sustainable Finance Graduate programme?
Sustainable Finance provides comprehensive financial advisory, capital raising, financing and risk management services to corporations, governments and financial institutions worldwide in support of the bank's sustainable finance strategy, including delivery of our USD $1 trillion sustainable and transition finance target. The Sustainable Finance Graduate programme offers an opportunity to play a meaningful role in delivering on this strategy.
Central Sustainable Finance Team
The Central Sustainable Finance team is tasked with supporting the Bank's ambition to be a market leading sustainable finance franchise. The team oversees and manages the implementation of a range of projects that are key to Barclays' ambition to deliver USD $1 trillion in sustainable and transition finance by the end of 2030. The team drives initiatives supporting the front office including content creation and training, business and product development, portfolio decision-making and transactional reviews.
Who we're looking for
To be considered for this programme, you must be motivated and curious with a degree or expected degree - in any area. Ideally, you will have a keen and demonstrable interest in sustainable finance. We value resourcefulness, teamwork, enthusiasm and an entrepreneurial spirit, all of which might be showcased through your involvement in extracurricular activities. The role ideally requires an understanding, or at least strong interest, in Sustainable Finance and climate finance.
Barclays will accept applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK.
Working in London
If you love the buzz of city life, our global HQ is the place to be. Our London hub is in Canary Wharf, at the heart of London's financial district. Here, you won't just be perfectly placed to explore the nation's capital; you'll be in a place where you can explore all the many functions and opportunities of a global financial giant. And if you're technically minded, you'll get more from your tech career by collaborating with other brilliant minds on game-changing innovations that are redefining the future of finance.
Purpose of the role
To participate in the day-to-day activities of the front office Sustainable Finance team. Gain broad exposure to different areas within the division.
Accountabilities

• Provision of specific Sustainability expertise in the designing of new products and/or as an overlay to existing Products and client Coverage, including in the identification of opportunities, development of business cases, management of the deployment and launch.
• Drive execution of Barclays' Sustainable Finance commitments and strategy, including delivering on the commitment to reduce financed emissions as part of the net zero ambition.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives, commitments and strategy.
• Collaboration in exploring and driving new client opportunities, cross-functional change and transformation initiatives.
• Participation in training and development programmes to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Understand how businesses work and learn from experts in the industry.

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's operational processing and activities.
• Escalate breaches of policies / procedures appropriately.
• Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work 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 - 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.
What you get in return
However high you rise at Barclays, we believe all our employees should receive a competitive package of core benefits flexible to you and your family's needs. At Barclays, you'll support our customers and clients, and we'll support you with rewards that will genuinely make a difference.
Paid holiday and vacation
Competitive pay
Private medical care
Disability assurance
Flexible working
Life assurance
Voluntary benefits
Retirement planning
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What 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'll help you further develop and strengthen them.
Why Barclays?
There's no other business quite like Barclays. There are no other careers quite like ours. We're here to champion your development, and we truly want you to enjoy your career journey. We'll give you all the support and encouragement you need to make the most of this experience. And you'll 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 Way
This is the spirit of Barclays. It's why we exist, what we believe and how we behave. But most importantly, it's how we make decisions, take action and get things done.
Purpose
Working together for a better financial future.
Values
We believe great talent RISES. It acts with Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship.
Mindset
We 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.
- Alexi
It'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.
- Imogen
There'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.
- Yuming
I can reach out to anybody and know that I will be able to find mentorship, support and just a community at Barclays as well.
- Becky
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How to Apply
We'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 steps
We 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.
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Diversity and Inclusion
Barclays 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 work
Barclays 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.
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