A different career path

Earn your undergraduate degree while working in our business alongside our industry experts. We’re looking for highly motivated students in their last year of school or in college who have an interest in financial services and are looking to get ahead in their careers.

Program information

Learn more about our Financial Services Apprenticeship program

What you'll do

Who we're looking for

What we offer

While your day-to-day responsibilities will vary based on your team, you’ll make a meaningful contribution to our business from day one. You will acquire foundational knowledge and understanding of financial services business operations via virtual online learning and practical work within one of our specialist finance teams. We offer an environment of support and personal investment where you’re given the opportunity to develop your career alongside your personal and technical skills.

Valued Qualities

We’re looking for highly motivated students who have a passion for financial services and who are looking to get ahead in their careers. You should have a drive to learn new skills and the flexibility to take on different tasks within the team you are placed in for this 4-year apprenticeship. Hard workers with good time management excel in this program that balances work and study.

Key Skills

You’ll need strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills, as well as a continuous learning mindset. You should also have a passion for a career within business operations and financial services.

Entry Requirements

• UCAS equivalent of 3 B grades at A-Level or other qualification (B grade or higher). One STEM A-Level (or equivalent) subject is required. Business Studies is accepted. Contextual offers, as defined by the University of Exeter, are considered.
• GCSEs or equivalent qualifications in English (5 or above) and Mathematics (6 or above).

• Minimum of BBBB (or equivalent) at Scottish Higher level (or equivalent)
• National 5 grade B Maths and English (or equivalent)

If you do not meet the academic requirements for Heriot Watt University due to extenuating circumstances, consider explaining in your application.

With opportunities in London, Bournemouth, and Edinburgh, this four-year apprenticeship offers a comprehensive introduction to the world of financial services and the chance to obtain a full honors degree, industry-recognized qualifications, and valuable work experience.
You’ll develop your professional network, hear from senior leaders and learn from the best in the business. By applying your classroom learning to our business, you’ll have both the technical and practical skills to develop your career.

On-the-job experience

You’ll join one of our investment operations, technology, compliance or finance teams for four years—learning on the job as you learn in the classroom. Dedicated professionals will guide your classwork, while our business experts will help you develop and apply your skills.
In addition to classroom training, you’ll have a network of peers and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to help you navigate the firm and to support you as you pursue your certifications and career.

Training

You will have a dedicated study/development day each week. Your degree will be administered through virtual lectures. This collaboration with our internal training team helps us ensure the best chance of success.
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be awarded a full honors degree. Depending on your track, you will earn an honors degree in Applied Finance from the University of Exeter or an honors degree in Business Management: Financial Services Finance from Heriot Watt University.

Career Progression

You could be offered a full-time position within the firm once the program concludes.