Support some amazing companies to achieve their goals. Develop your people and product skills, and work to Help Britain Prosper.
At Lloyds Banking Group, we serve some of the largest corporate and institutional clients with strong UK ties. We’re talking big. Really big. Generally those with a turnover above £100m.
From our bases in the UK and the USA, we’re their go-to for funding big infrastructure, backing major housing and manufacturing projects, supporting higher education and regional development, and helping them navigate the fast-changing world of finance.
We’re experts in transaction banking, debt financing, risk management and ESG advisory. And right now, we’re investing in new products, digital trade solutions and capital markets growth - all while improving our client experience and building innovative offerings that help our customers make responsible, sustainable choices.
As a CIB Graduate, you won’t just hear about the big deals. You’ll be in the room, learning how they’re made and seeing the strategy unfold.
Over the 2.5 year programme, you’ll complete generalist placements in Risk, Coverage and Product, as well as specialist placements aligned to your future role. Think of it as a guided tour through the most fascinating corners of corporate and institutional banking.
Through your rotations, you may get the opportunity to:
You’ll work towards your Global Credit Certification (GCC), plus any other training that fits your placements and ambitions. Along the way you’ll:
You’ll work with senior leaders, specialist teams, and top-tier clients - getting an insider’s view of how the UK’s biggest banking decisions get made. You’ll also see how we’re investing in infrastructure, trade digitisation, ESG growth and capital markets to keep our clients (and ourselves) ahead of the curve.
You’ll earn a great salary while building the skills, knowledge and network to go anywhere in corporate and institutional banking. By the end, you’ll understand the players, the products and the markets. Ready to specialise, lead projects, or take your career global.
While we do not require a minimum degree achievement, we strongly recommend the ability to be able to demonstrate sound knowledge, understanding and technical skills aligned to the role. Some aspects of this, alongside behaviours and values, will be assessed through the application process.
Qualifications: Study for a relevant professional finance qualification such as Global Credit Certification (GCC) with the opportunity to take a further qualification in the second year of the programme. Training and costs are all taken care of.
You’ll be based in London with option to work from other key hubs in Birmingham and Edinburgh plus other strategic locations. With our hybrid working policy, all colleagues are expected to spend a minimum of two days each week in the office, some roles are five days per week.
Our graduate schemes may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so it’s best to apply as soon as you can.
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