Barclays
2027 Quantitative Analytics Associate Graduate Programme Glasgow

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Job Description
Purpose of the Role
Bringing quantitative and analytical expertise to bear across the full spectrum of our Markets and Risk businesses. Our Early Careers colleagues are expected to play an important role in the design and development of risk management and trading strategies, through the use of quantitative analysis, mathematical modelling, and technology, with the aim of optimising trading processes, development practices, systems and infrastructure as well as identifying growth and investment opportunities.
Accountabilities
- Develop and implement quantitative models and strategies to enhance decision-making, pricing, and risk management.
- Design and maintain high-performance trading platforms and risk systems, integrating new features to improve reliability and user experience.
- Conduct research and data analysis to uncover market trends and drive innovation through advanced methodologies and technologies.
- Collaborate with traders, sales teams, and stakeholders in Risk and Finance to deliver customised solutions and translate business needs into scalable tech tools.
- Work cross-functionally with compliance, IT, and strategy teams to resolve system issues and continuously improve trading infrastructure.
Assistant Vice President Expectations
- To advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development, and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions.
- Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives, and determination of reward outcomes.
- If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are:
- L – Listen and be authentic
- E – Energise and inspire
- A – Align across the enterprise
- D – Develop others
- For an individual contributor, they will lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will identify new directions for assignments and/or projects, identifying a combination of cross-functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes.
- Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues.
- Identify ways to mitigate risk and develop new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda.
- Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done.
- Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
- Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy.
- Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practices (in other areas, teams, companies, etc.) to solve problems creatively and effectively.
- Communicate complex information. 'Complex' information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience.
- Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
- All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave.
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Our Expert Programme
You'll join our expert programme, a 1 year targeted, fast-track programme designed to give you depth and breadth of experience. Participating in job-based bespoke training from the start enabling you to go fully-equipped into your role as you develop specialist technical expertise.
Why the Quant Graduate Programme?
Our team is an integral part of the bank, researching and developing models and producing data analysis tools for valuation and risk management across various business areas at Barclays.
Risk Quantitative Analytics (Risk QA)
As a Graduate in Risk Quantitative Analytics (Risk QA), you will join a group of specialised modellers and developers powering Barclay’s ability to manage financial risk. From day one, you’ll be part of a team that uses statistical methods, AI techniques, and coding strategies to build the tools and models Barclays uses to make big decisions. Along the way, you’ll collaborate with colleagues across risk, finance, global markets, and technology - gaining exposure to how different parts of the business come together to navigate market shifts and meet regulatory demands.


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The Chance to Make an Impact
We’ll provide you with challenging projects and opportunities to grow and learn. We’ll keep you motivated with encouragement, feedback, and support as you build your technical know-how, business acumen, and leadership skills. We’ll help you connect with mentors, and network with colleagues and senior leaders alike.
Requirements
To be considered for this opportunity, you'll be motivated with a strong degree or expected degree achieved before June 2027.
You’ll have strong mathematical and programming skills, ideally in C/C++ or Python, along with logical thinking, creative problem solving, and strong communication skills.
Working In Glasgow
Our brand new state-of-the-art campus in Glasgow is somewhere you'll want to work. It's the home of a team of colleagues who thrive in an environment designed with collaboration and the future of work in mind. The campus is made up of creative spaces and technology with hybrid working opportunities at the heart.
As well as offering the perfect space for collaborative working, there's also plenty to get involved in outside of your day job, from live music in the canteen to colleague clubs and events.
Visa Sponsorship
Barclays will accept applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK and will provide a skilled worker visa for successful applicants if they meet the Home Office’s eligibility criteria for a skilled worker visa.
Successful applicants who are not eligible to receive a skilled worker visa, and who we are therefore unable to secure a skilled worker visa for, will be required to have their own legal right to work in the UK on a full-time basis from August 2027 to August 2028.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is the policy of Barclays to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.
Application Deadline
The closing date for applications is 25 September 2026. Please note that this vacancy may close ahead of the advertised date due to application volumes, and we therefore recommend submitting your application as early as possible.
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