Business and Commercial Banking Graduate Scheme

End Date

Sunday 11 October 2026

Salary Range

£45,000

Before you start your application, please note alternative formats are available on request. Please contact us by emailing [email protected] or calling on 0345 330 4576. If emailing, please tell us how you would like us to respond - we can email back or call you to discuss any requirements or concerns you might have. We will get back to you as soon as we can but during busy times, it might take up to 5 working days (Don't worry, this won't affect your progress in the application process)

Job Description Summary

Prior to submitting your application, please visit our early careers website to find out more about the schemes we offer and the recruitment journey: www.lloydsbankinggrouptalent.com.

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.

If you have any questions, please do contact the team at [email protected]

Job Description

Help get the economy back on track

Want a role that means more? Join us on our mission to Help Britain Prosper and support UK businesses.

Right now, what we do matters more than ever. We create and deliver all kinds of financial products for businesses of every size and shape. We help them manage risks, become more sustainable, innovate, bring on new talent, and grow.
Finding solutions, embracing tech

When world events shake up markets, we're quick to collaborate and find solutions. We're flexible and excited to embrace new tech to improve the way we work. With our goal of finding even better ways to help our customers and businesses become more sustainable, this is a program you'll be proud to be part of. And you don't need a banking or finance degree.

Growth
From day one, your perspective is valued and it’s real work that matters, helping real businesses grow.  It’s real responsibility.

Specialities
You'll dive into all kinds of specialties and build a solid toolkit of skills, including:  Working directly with Business & Commercial clients – understanding what they need and building relationships that last. Getting to know our range of products like lending, foreign exchange, payments, and merchant services

Teams
Teaming up with engineers and experts to make our products better and create smoother experiences for customers

Learning
Learning how we handle risk across the business (think credit underwriting and conduct controls) to support customers and make finance a positive force.
 
Skills
Grow your skills through our development opportunities. Connect with colleagues, build your network, and make a difference. Build the career you want in our inclusive, growth-focused culture.

The work you could be doing

• Meeting clients to understand their needs and how we can support them. 

• Helping teams pitch for business, develop leads, and make introductions. 

• Working on deals within a team of experts. 

• Monitoring market opportunities and generating trade ideas. 

• Developing financial business cases for investments and initiatives and supporting pricing and trading. 

• Supporting efforts to break down barriers and build a more inclusive society.

Requirements
What you need to apply

• 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.

• Please note we’re not able to sponsor visas.

Locations
This is a rotational programme across various UK Locations including London, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Edinburgh and Glasgow. You’ll need to be flexible. You will do your first year in one location but may need to relocate for year two. 

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.

Opening and Closing date
Applications for our Corporate Banking and Markets Graduate Scheme open 10th September 2026.

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.

How to apply
Our application process is designed to help you shine. We want everyone to feel they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity, or culture.  
Find details, including stages and tips for success, on our how to apply page.   

At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop.

We keep your data safe. So, we'll only ever ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited along to an interview or accepted a verbal offer to join us which is when we run our background checks.  We'll always explain what we need and why, with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person. 

We're focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we’re building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.