You’ve got the drive. The ideas. Now it’s time to put it all to use — while learning from industry-leading experts and taking on new challenges. We’ve recently launched our Foundation and Higher Apprenticeship opportunities in our Operations and Technology business areas. Here’s everything you need to know about them.

What happens in Operations?

Every minute of every day, Barclays is a hive of activity — from a couple getting their first mortgage to a business receiving a crucial loan. Operations are behind it all, using data to ensure each transaction, payment and trade is processed effortlessly.

What happens in Technology?

Our Technology teams keep us ahead of the curve — developing innovative technologies that shake up our industry.

What is an Apprenticeship?

Apprenticeships at Barclays enable you to take on a fulfilling role, earn a salary, and gain new qualification — all with our support behind you.

Why should I become an Apprentice?

Whichever team you’re interested in, you’ll be part of a structured development program — one that gives you everything you need to start building a rewarding career at a world-class bank. You’ll benefit from focused on-the-job training, challenging work, a strong team-focused working culture and the opportunity to drive and take ownership of your career. All of this coupled with a Foundation Apprentice Qualification or Higher Apprentice Degree. Once your Apprenticeship’s complete, you’ll stay part of the team to develop your career further.

Am I eligible?

For UK Foundation Apprenticeships,  minimum of 5 predicted or achieved GCSE’s 9-5 (or equivalent), including Maths and English is required, but we will help support you in growing your skills whilst on programme

Ø  England Higher Apprenticeships in Technology, minimum of 3 A-Levels (or equivalent) at BCC,

Ø  Scotland Higher Apprenticeships in Technology, minimum of 4 Highers (or equivalent) Grade B, including Maths or Computing

Ø  England Higher Apprenticeships in Operations, minimum of 3 A-Levels (or equivalent) ranging from BBB-AAA

Ø  Scotland Higher Apprenticeships in Operations, minimum of 4 Highers (or equivalent) Grade B, including Maths or Computing

How do I apply?

Visit https://joinus.barclays/eme/apprenticeships/ to find our more and to apply

Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, one-hour lunch

We are currently looking to recruit a Trainee Administrator in our busy city centre Glasgow office.

This is an opportunity for a suitable candidate to enter the financial services industry, learn new skills and develop knowledge, opening up several avenues of career progression in the longer term.

The key purpose of the role is to provide administration support to colleagues, ensuring we deliver a first-class service to our Clients.

Working within a supportive working environment, the successful candidate will initially cover the following areas:

·         Assist in the efficient operation of an administrative support service

·         Inputting client data and ensuring our systems are kept up to date

·         Gathering information on websites and by phone

·         Issuing client communications

·         Assisting in other routine office tasks

·         Systems; client database, Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook

·         Learning the Administrator role; data, valuations, processing business

As Investors in People Platinum, full training and support in every area will be provided.

Hard working with a strong desire to learn to learn a new role

Focussed with high attention to detail

Good organisational skills

Systems;  basic use of MS Office, Outlook and websites

Willing to undertake training and development appropriate for the role

Diligent and punctual

·         Salary £10,000 per annum

·         Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, one-hour lunch

·         Attractive benefits package including holiday allowance with an additional 11 public holidays, health insurance and life cover

·         Permanent contract subject to successfully completing a 6-month probationary period

·         Interview process; initial interview with our Client Service Manager, successful candidates will be invited back for a second interview.

• Job start date – immediate/negotiable

If you are interested and would like to apply then please submit your CV and a cover letter to Worker@eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk