Financial Markets Graduate Programme London 2026, Apply Now (Potential Sponsor)

Company
Standard Chartered

Location
London

Type
Office Working

Salary (£)
Competitive

About Standard Chartered
They’ve spent more than a century helping people and businesses move capital, manage risk, and chase new opportunities. Their work touches global markets and local communities, and they’ve built a space where curiosity, learning, and human connection shape each career path. It’s a place where someone who loves solving problems and spotting patterns can thrive. If that sounds like you, you might feel right at home here.

Job details

Benefits

• Competitive salary that supports long term career growth
• Core bank funding for retirement savings to help you plan ahead
• Medical and life cover designed to support your wellbeing
• Time off including parental leave, sabbaticals, and volunteering days
• Flexible working options that make room for your rhythm
• Access to learning platforms that sharpen technical skills and human skills
• Wellbeing support through digital tools and trained first aiders

Requirements

• Final year student graduating by July 2026
• Eligible to work full time in the UK
• Strong academic track record and active extracurricular involvement
• Analytical mindset with good numeracy
• Curious about global markets and motivated to make an impact
• Adaptable when things shift and comfortable learning fast
• Team focused approach with a willingness to grow
• Backgrounds in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics welcomed for technical paths

Salary Details

They offer a competitive package aligned with their Fair Pay Charter and designed to support your financial and personal wellbeing.

About the Role

This graduate programme gives you room to learn, try things out, and grow your confidence. You’ll spend twelve months shaping your future through project work, training, and close mentoring. The aim is simple. They want you to build the kind of technical skills and market instincts that carry weight in real situations.
You’ll see how global markets move, why decisions matter, and how teams collaborate under pressure. You’ll rotate through areas like Sales, Trading, Structuring, Financing Risk, or Research. Each rotation helps you understand how clients manage risk, find solutions, and build long term strategies. If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to contribute to decisions that shape real world outcomes, this gives you that chance.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with teams to support client needs which helps you understand how trusted relationships are built
• Support analysis and research tasks that influence decisions and improve outcomes
• Help deliver solutions for clients which deepens your understanding of risk and opportunity
• Contribute to projects that make trading and operational processes smoother
• Engage in learning sessions that strengthen your market awareness and future readiness
• Collaborate with colleagues across regions which opens your mind to new perspectives

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

A standard screening process may be required for this role.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Skilled Worker Sponsorship is available for eligible candidates.

Equal Opportunity Statement

They value difference and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Everyone is treated with fairness, respect, and consideration throughout the hiring process.

Employer Details

• Company Name Standard Chartered
• Address London
• Contact Careers Team via their careers website

Reference Number
43533

How To Apply
If you’re ready to step into a programme that helps you grow from day one, apply now.