Job Specifications
Job Description
About this programme
This programme is designed for students who have recently graduated and are looking to start their career at the heart of the UK's economy.
length of contract: 24-month programme, leading to a permanent position
start date: early September 2026
location: Leeds offices (hybrid)
salary: £33,525, as well as our comprehensive benefits package
This Could Be Right For You If You Are
keen to learn about what we do and gain practical experience
eager to gain a unique insight into the workings of the UK's central bank
looking to build your network and pursue a career at the Bank of England
We are committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds.
To Apply, You Must Have
achieved, or be expected to achieve, a 2.1-degree classification
achieved 120 UCAS points from three A levels (or equivalent)
What To Expect
We start by giving you an introduction to the many areas of the Bank. You will get an idea of the range of specialist roles across the organisation. You will also receive training sessions, which focus on crucial skills to develop as a central banker. We hire graduates who are driven and intent on learning while building their career with us.
In your first 12 months, you will take part in a foundation year covering the Bank's breadth of work. In your second year, you will have the opportunity to study for a masters in Global Central Banking and Financial Regulation with Warwick Business School.
Data
If you are interested in producing and analysing key economic and financial statistics that are published by the Bank, then this stream might be ideal for you. By joining this stream, you will help make sure that insights from data analysis can directly inform strategic business decisions. You could help develop impactful visualisations and dashboards to communicate trends, supporting robust data management practices, and overseeing the integration of data from multiple sources—all contributing to meaningful, data-driven decision-making.
The Skills You Could Develop Include
data analysis and visualisation (e.g. Python, R, Excel)
economic and financial research
drafting briefing materials and internal notes
supporting project delivery and stakeholder engagement
data management practices
Right to work in the UK
For our graduate programmes, the Bank may be able to offer visa sponsorship in specific circumstances. We will assess eligibility on a case-by-case basis, taking individual circumstances into consideration. All applicants must comply with Home Office regulations. Please note, should sponsorship be offered, the cost of the Skilled Worker visa application and the immigration health surcharge (IHS) will be payable by the applicant themselves and this will not be reimbursed by the Bank. Please follow this link for further information on the costs involved – Skilled Worker visa: How much it costs - GOV.UK
Our Approach to Inclusion
The Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve.
At the Bank of England, we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we're working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work. We celebrate all forms of diversity, including (but not limited to) age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We believe that it’s by drawing on different perspectives and experiences that we’ll continue to make the best decisions for the public.
For most roles where work can be carried out at home, we aim for colleagues to spend half of their time in the office. Subject to that minimum requirement, individuals and managers should work together to find what works best for them, their team and stakeholders.
We are proud to be a member of the government’s Disability Confident Scheme (DCS). We are committed to creating an equitable interview process for disabled candidates through our membership of the DCS and this means we guarantee progression to video interview for disabled* applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you wish to apply under this scheme, please select 'Yes' to the DCS question at the end of the application form. We understand, however, that not all applicants with a disability may wish to apply through this scheme, and we fully respect that choice; you will still be fully supported with any support or adjustments you may require.
As we are an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to providing adjustments and support to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process. Should you require support with completing your application and require any adjustments for this (even if you do not wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme), p
About the Company
The Bank of England is the central bank of the United Kingdom. Sometimes known as the “Old Lady” of Threadneedle Street, the Bank was founded in 1694 with a founding charter that stated its purpose was to “promote the public good and benefit of our people”.
The Bank of England’s purpose today reflects that vision first articulated by our founders. Our mission: to promote the good of the people of the United Kingdom by maintaining monetary and financial stability.
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