Barclays is recruiting business banking apprentices in Manchester for its 2027 programme, with applications closing on 27 November 2026. The two-year apprenticeship pays £25,200 a year plus benefits and starts in August 2027.

The Manchester programme is a permanent, full-time role from day one. Apprentices earn a salary while working towards a Senior Financial Services Customer Adviser Apprenticeship, combining practical work in the bank's retail banking division with structured study.

What the apprenticeship involves

Apprentices take part in the day-to-day activities of the retail banking division, helping senior colleagues make informed decisions, develop new products and services, and identify new market opportunities. The role includes managing client relationships and providing customer service support, responding to questions about products and services, processing transactions and resolving customer complaints.

Barclays says the programme is designed for school leavers and career changers but is open to anyone, whatever their background or age. Apprentices receive structured on-site training to build confidence, banking knowledge and an understanding of good customer service, before supporting customers through telephony channels as the first point of contact for everyday banking needs.

Pay, locations and working pattern

The annual salary is £25,200 plus benefits. Barclays offers a hybrid working model, with apprentices able to work in its offices and from home. The Manchester office is described by the bank as a vibrant hub with flexible spaces for collaboration and client events.

The programme runs from August 2027 to August 2029. Barclays notes that because apprenticeships evolve, a different but more relevant apprenticeship may be substituted before the programme starts if one becomes available.

Who can apply and how

Applicants need five GCSEs at grades A* to C, or 9 to 5, including maths and English or equivalent. They must also meet the government's apprentice funding requirements, including a three-year residence requirement in most cases, and must have the legal right to work for the full duration of the programme at the point of enrolment, with no gaps in that right to work.

Barclays accepts one application per season across its early careers programmes, so candidates must choose a single region, programme and business area. Multiple applications will not be considered.

The closing date for applications is 27 November 2026. Barclays warns that the vacancy may close ahead of the advertised date if application volumes are high, and recommends applying as early as possible. The full role description, including the assessment process, is published on the Barclays careers website, where applications are made.