2027 Risk Analyst Higher Apprenticeship Programme Glasgow

About the role

A permanent, full-time Glasgow apprenticeship combining practical risk work with a Compliance and Risk Officer qualification. You will monitor banking risks, analyse information, support informed decisions, and develop professionally while earning £25,200 annually plus benefits. The programme runs from August 2027 to August 2031.

Role and Responsibilities

• Monitor the bank’s risk profile, identify risks, and support risk management activities.
• Conduct research projects supporting risk identification and strategic decision-making.
• Prepare presentations and reports communicating findings to senior management.
• Review and challenge business propositions while supporting informed risk decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder and client relationships progressively independently.
• Use financial models and strategies to support risk management and decision-making.

Programme and Support

• Work towards a Compliance and Risk Officer Apprenticeship alongside full-time employment.
• Receive practical workplace experience combined with theoretical learning and professional qualification study.
• Participate in training and development programmes to build relevant skills and knowledge.
• Receive support from a Programme Support Manager, People Leader, and specialist subject expert.

Eligibility and Requirements

• Have SQA Highers at BBBB or equivalent qualifications.
• Meet applicable Government apprentice funding requirements for Scotland.
• Have the legal right to work throughout August 2027 to August 2031 without gaps or future visa dependency.
• Reside in Scotland from 1 August 2027 and satisfy the applicable three-year residence requirement, subject to exceptions.
• Have no prior study, training, qualifications, work-based competence, or funding that makes you ineligible.
• Demonstrate commitment, enthusiasm, willingness to work hard, and openness to developing capabilities.

Application Process

• Barclays reviews applications before inviting candidates to complete online assessments.
• Eligible candidates complete a survey confirming their apprenticeship eligibility.
• In-person assessment days include a group activity and interview from October 2026.
• Candidates receive an outcome and feedback after the assessment process.
• Applications close on 25 September 2026, although the vacancy may close earlier due to application volumes.