We're an international bank, nimble enough to act, big enough for impact. For more than 170 years, we've worked to make a positive difference for our clients, communities, and each other. We question the status quo, love a challenge and enjoy finding new opportunities to grow and do better than before. If you're looking for a career with purpose and you want to work for a bank making a difference, we want to hear from you. You can count on us to celebrate your unique talents and we can't wait to see the talents you can bring us. Our purpose, to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity, together with our brand promise, to be here for good are achieved by how we each live our valued behaviours. When you work with us, you'll see how we value difference and advocate inclusion.

Location: London 

Our Markets Apprenticeship is a two-year, paid programme for students who are curious about financial markets and want to start a career in banking without going to university.  

From day one, you’ll be part of a front-office Markets team, learning how we support our clients through trading and risk management. 

You’ll earn while you learn, gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment, and complete a fully funded, industry-recognised qualification alongside your role.  

What is Financial Markets?

Our Markets teams help clients buy and sell financial products, manage financial risk and access global markets. This includes areas such as: 

Foreign exchange (FX)

• Rates and credit products
• Commodities and market-linked solutions. 
  
  

Markets sits within Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) and plays a key role in helping clients grow, manage risk and invest sustainably.  

What you’ll be doing 
During the programme, you’ll gain exposure to different Markets teams and supporting functions. You’ll: 

• Learn how global financial markets operate day to day
• Support teams with data analysis, market monitoring and reporting
• Help with daily activities such as trade booking and operational processes
• Attend learning sessions, briefings and insight events across the Bank

Build strong communication skills through regular interaction with colleagues and stakeholders. You’ll rotate across teams to build a broad understanding of Markets and develop practical, transferable skills. 

Apply here: Financial Markets Apprenticeship Programme UK 2026 Job Details | Standard Chartered Bank

Wage: £30,000 and £2,000 Relocation Allowance 

Start Date: September 2026 

Closing Date: 06/03/2026

 

Our Client Coverage Apprenticeship is a two-year, paid programme for students who want to start a career in banking without going to university.  From day one, you’ll be part of a front-office Client Coverage team, learning how we support our clients, building long-term relationships and delivering solutions across markets, financing and investment products.  You’ll earn while you learn, gain real responsibility early on, and complete a fully funded, industry-recognised qualification alongside hands-on experience.  What is Client Coverage?  Client Coverage teams are responsible for managing and developing relationships with our corporate and institutional clients around the world.  They work closely with specialist product teams to deliver solutions across areas such as:  Trade and cash management Financing and credit Capital markets and investment products  Client Coverage sits within Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) and plays a key role in helping clients grow, manage risk and invest sustainably. What you’ll be doing  During the programme, you’ll gain exposure to different areas of Client Coverage and supporting teams. You’ll:  Work alongside experienced bankers to support client relationships Learn how a global bank operates across markets and regions Help prepare client materials, research industry trends and analyse data Attend insight sessions, briefings and learning events across the bank Build strong communication and presentation skills through regular stakeholder interaction  You’ll rotate across teams to help you understand the role fully and decide where your strengths and interests lie.  Apply here:  Client Coverage Apprenticeship Programme UK 2026 Job Details | Standard Chartered Bank

Wage: £30,000 and £2,000 Relocation Allowance 

Start Date: September 2026 

Closing Date: 06/03/2026

Who we are

Neptune North is a newly created Joint Venture between Oliver Wyman, a global leader in management consulting and part of the NYSE listed Marsh McLennan, and Rokos Capital Management (RCM), a global alternative investment fund manager.

We pride ourselves on employing and developing only the very best talent, ensuring unparalleled quality and expertise in every project we undertake so that we can surpass our clients expectations, solve challenging problems and deliver innovative solutions.

We are headquartered in the heart of Newcastle City Centre, where we are building a team of exceptional people and an incredibly intellectually stimulating environment from which to work.

Our Culture

An exciting aspect of being part a newly created business at this stage is the opportunity to be in from the start and help define the culture.

There are things that we won’t compromise on though:

• We are looking for exceptional talent with excellent communication skills
• Collaboration is key, both internally and with our clients. We believe we do our best work when we are together and working hand in hand with business users
• Curiosity is something we embrace and value highly
• We want people who are positive and passionate, have proven problem solving capabilities, can work quickly to find solutions to complex challenges and unlock big opportunities
• People need to be able to take ownership and be trusted to deliver, going the extra mile when needed
• We want people who are highly motivated and have a high desire to learn

The Opportunity

Our Degree Apprenticeship offers you the opportunity to apply your academic learning in a real-world business context and accelerate the start of your career through our three-year combined study and work programme.

You will gain a recognised degree from a renowned top tier university (University of Exeter) – without tuition or student loan debt.

As an integral member of the team, you'll develop new knowledge, skills, and ideas that will enable you to add real change to the business and lay the foundation for a prosperous and challenging career.

The programme will begin in September 2026 and further information on the course can be found on the University of Exeter website.

Our Support

We will support you in your learning and development both on and off the job through a variety of avenues:

• 20% of your time during the working week will be allocated to your university studies, in partnership with the University of Exeter.
• We will give you an internal mentor to provide career and professional development guidance.
• You will have regular check-in meetings with your line manager to evaluate your progress – both in work and in your studies.

What makes a great candidate

• A genuine interest in Business Administration and Project Management.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A proactive, team-oriented attitude with the ability to work independently when needed.
• A desire to learn and grow within a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

 

Qualifications:

 

• Very strong GCSE grades and a minimum of AAA predicted at A Level

Any job offer is subject to meeting the required A-Level results and successful application to the University of Exeter. If this is not achieved on results day, the offer of employment will regrettably be withdrawn.

What we offer

• Paid Apprenticeship: Receive a competitive salary while gaining a degree and valuable work experience.
• Mentorship & Support: Ongoing support from experienced professionals who will guide your development and provide constructive feedback.
• Growth Opportunities: The chance to progress into permanent positions with Neptune North or gain experience for future career advancement.
• Comprehensive Training: Access to both academic and professional development opportunities throughout your apprenticeship journey.
• Deliver demonstrable business value

 

 

 

 

How to Apply

If you are eager to learn in a supportive, innovative environment, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your interest in the Business Management Degree Apprenticeship to careers@neptunenorth.co.uk

At Neptune North we are committed to cultivating a work environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion at its core. We believe that our people’s diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences will help us to attract, develop, and retain top talent.

We will not discriminate against any individual on the basis of their gender, age, race/ethnicity, identification as an LGTBQIA+ individual, religion, or disability (or any other characteristic protected by relevant local law).

We are the Information Intelligence Group (IIG) of CACI UK, providing bespoke software solutions to solve our customers complex problems. As our team continues to grow, we are looking for a Level 6 Degree Apprentice Software Engineer to join us in September 2026 for the duration of 3 years, based in Plymouth. As part of the scheme, you will achieve a BSc Digital and Technology Solutions from Exeter University.

We offer a supportive, flexible working environment where you will grow your technical knowledge and apply this on live customer projects. You will learn from some of the UK’s leading Software Developers, who will provide full support & exposure to the full software lifecycle. You will have the opportunity to join one of our small, fast-paced, agile delivery teams; using agile methodology and DevOps techniques to build backend systems, data processing pipelines, and progressive web apps for customers in the UK Government and Defence sector.

The Opportunity:

An Apprentice Software Engineer at CACI works in a supportive, flexible working environment where you will grow your technical knowledge and apply this on live customer projects. You will learn from some of the UK’s leading Software Developers, who will provide full support & exposure to the full software lifecycle.

You will have the opportunity to join one of our small, fast-paced, agile delivery teams, using agile methodology and DevOps techniques to build backend systems, data processing pipelines, and progressive web apps for customers in the UK Government and Defence sector. This will include:

• Working as part of a multi-skilled team to deliver solutions
• Creating logical and maintainable code
• Developing effective user interfaces
• Involvement in the design and development of applications and services across the stack, along with the cloud infrastructure they run on
• Taking on real business challenges in software engineering and receive training and support throughout
• Learning and working with some of the most advanced technologies, enabling you to develop a broad range of competencies including teamwork, communication and leadership skills

The Fit:

We are looking to speak with individuals who are passionate about technology, looking to start their career within Software Engineering in a consultancy environment. You will be able to demonstrate this passion through personal projects or academic studies, together with or expecting to achieve next year either of the following:

• 3 x A level Grade B or above in STEM related subjects

• BTEC or equivalent Level 3 Information Technology Extended Diploma (Grade D, D, D) desirable

Why work for us?

The Level 6 Apprentice Software Engineer role is an excellent opportunity, and CACI reward their staff well with a competitive salary and impressive benefits package which includes:

• Competitive Salary: £22,000 + regular generous pay increments
• Work Life Balance: 37.5 hour weeks around core hours of 10:00 – 15:00
• Early Careers Programme: 20 per cent of your contracted time devoted to studying for a degree and gaining off-the-job learning
• Social: Fantastic culture with monthly social events.
• Future You: Matched pension and health care package.
• Environment: We provide employees with a great working environment focussed on support, growth and empowerment.

We offer a great L&D package, a career coach and guilds to share innovation and learning. We also offer self-directed career progression, that fosters opportunities for success for us and our business.

Apply Here: Apprentice Software Engineer Level 6 | Dayforce Jobs

 

Step 1: Research apprenticeship opportunities available to you

Visit our degree apprenticeships vacancies above - check back regularly as we are always expanding our offering.

IfATE lists all apprenticeship standards approved for delivery – you can take a look through which standard best suits your career goals and see which providers offer this apprenticeship. GOV.UK also offers a search tool to find current apprenticeship vacancies.

Employer websites advertise apprenticeship vacancies – if you have a particular employer(s) in mind, sign up to receive alerts from them.

Opportunities are available for you to apply throughout the year. Please check our apprenticeship programme pages for more detailed information about when to submit your application.

Step 2a: Current employees - next steps

Check you meet eligibility rules and entry criteria

• Check online to see if you meet the ESFA funding rules
• Check the programme pages to see if you meet the entry criteria

Get approval to apply

• Once you’ve decided which apprenticeship you’d like to study and when you’d like to start, speak to your line manager and/or HR team about applying
• You need to achieve sign-off at relevant levels of approval before you complete the application form for the apprenticeship

Step 2b: Aspiring employees - next steps

Apply to relevant opportunities

• Once you’ve decided which apprenticeship you’d like to study, keep a look out for opportunities
• Register your interest for apprenticeships offered with the University or GOV.UK
• Regularly visit employer websites to search through the vacancies they’re offering

Take part in the selection process

• Different employers have varying selection processes. You may have to attend for an interview, or have additional stages to complete
• As part of the process, we’ll check with the employer if you meet the eligibility and entry criteria

Receive offer from employer

• If you receive an offer from the company, congratulations! You can now progress to the next stage of applying for your degree apprenticeship

Step 3: Apply to the University

Get in touch with our degree apprenticeship team via the relevant contact details for your chosen programme. You’ll be sent an application email outlining the next steps to apply.

Once your application has been reviewed, you will be notified of the outcome via email from the University’s central admissions team. If your application is successful, you will need to accept your offer via the instructions in the email.

Step 4: Enrol with the University and start your degree apprenticeship!

Once you have completed the above steps, you will be sent further information about how to register to be a student at the University, and you will have to sign some paperwork alongside your employer.

That's it! You will be gaining new skills, knowledge, and experience in the workplace and through your studies, giving you a head start in your future career.