Shape your future at Close Brothers

Is expertise, service, relationships, and teamwork important to you?

Are you committed to becoming an expert in your field of interest?

Our graduate programme offers you the opportunity to gain an in depth knowledge of the teams specific to your chosen career path, whilst gaining exposure across our business division within Banking.

Join Close Brothers and shape your future.

In this rotational programme you will develop your skills and knowledge through working with high-performing teams and will be supported through a comprehensive induction programme, tailored training and dedicated mentoring.

Working alongside subject matter experts, you will receive guidance and encouragement in a collaborative environment to grow professionally and reach your potential.

You’ll be joining a network of graduates to learn and have fun with, whilst gaining the best practical experience with an opportunity to study towards a professional qualification or accreditation.

Operational Control Graduate Programme (Treasury and Savings)

This is a fantastic opportunity within the Treasury and Savings business to develop a deep understanding of how the function runs, by gaining grounding in Balance Sheet Management, Capital Markets, Treasury Dealing, Treasury Finance & Product Control and Savings. The businesses provide the Bank’s funding and financial risk management, across various markets and via a deposit taking arm to UK savers (Savings). The Operational Control team have a broad remit, reporting to the Group Treasurer and working closely with all operational areas on embedding a sound framework for operational and conduct risk management.

As a graduate trainee, you’ll gain knowledge of the changing financial services environment and relevant changes for the bank, as well as developing an understanding of our core risk management tools. You will be involved in carrying out monitoring tasks to check that the businesses’ controls are performing effectively to manage operational and conduct risks – this will include analysing events, identifying themes and delivery of control tests and process reviews. You will also be encouraged and supported in training towards industry relevant exams such as the AMCT Diploma in Treasury Management, CIMA or IMC.

Who Thrives Here?

We’re proud of our people whose expertise, passion and willingness to go the extra mile really set us apart. It’s what builds our long-term relationships with clients and customers that stand the test of time.

We are committed to creating an environment where our colleagues feel motivated, proud to work for us and can thrive in an inclusive workplace where we can all reach our full potential.

If you care about delivering excellent service, enjoy building relationships, always act with integrity, and are eager to make an impact in a commercial environment within financial services, we’d love to welcome you onto our 2022/23 programme.

Locations: Central London (occasional business travel in the UK required for most roles).

Salary and benefits: £31,500 in year one with an increase to £33,000 in year two. Close Brothers have a competitive benefits package including eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus, season ticket loan, a cycle to work scheme, pension and life assurance.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK and have the flexibility for occasional business travel in the UK where required.

About You

You will have a degree (or will have completed your degree by September 2022)
Be a good communicator with the ability to build strong and lasting working relationships
You are comfortable navigating change and managing ambiguity
You are a quick learner, inquisitive, solution focused with the tenacity to make things happen
You have excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with high attention to detail
You are confident to articulate well thought out opinions and views
You’re able to work on your own initiative with well-developed organisation and time management skills
Good knowledge of software applications such as Microsoft Office Suite
An analytical and problem-solving approach.

Diversity & Inclusion

Here at Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. We can offer a collaborative environment with exposure to various working groups, committees, and networks for you to add value to outside of your working role.

Charity & Sustainable work

At Close Brothers, we are committed to supporting charities that are close to our employee’s hearts. Our donations increase year on year thanks to our employee’s fundraising efforts. We continue to seek out new ways to give back as a group and to care for our communities.