Lloyds Banking Group - Corporate Banking and Markets Graduate Scheme

Work with the companies everyone else talks about

At Lloyds Banking Group, we serve some of the largest corporate and institutional clients with strong UK ties. We're talking big. Really big. Generally those with a turnover above £100m.

From our bases in the UK and the USA, we're their go-to for funding big infrastructure, backing major housing and manufacturing projects, supporting higher education and regional development, and helping them navigate the fast-changing world of finance.

We're experts in transaction banking, debt financing, risk management and ESG advisory. And right now, we're investing in new products, digital trade solutions and capital markets growth - all while improving our client experience and building innovative offerings that help our customers make responsible, sustainable choices.

As a CIB Graduate, you won't just hear about the big deals. You'll be in the room, learning how they're made and seeing the strategy unfold.

Two years. Four rotations. Unlimited learning

Over two years, you'll take on four placements across our hubs in London, Birmingham, and Edinburgh, with the chance to explore other strategic locations (and maybe even a stint in Frankfurt). Think of it as a guided tour through the most fascinating corners of corporate and institutional banking.

Your first taste of CB&M life

In your coverage rotation, you might:

• Join high-stakes client meetings, picking up stakeholder management skills and learning how to build trust fast.
• Create slick, client-facing packs that showcase our solutions.
• Deliver strategic review presentations - complete with case studies - to celebrate wins and set next-step action plans.
• Make senior management pipeline reports more visual and insightful.
• Design one-page growth strategy templates to spot opportunities for strategic accounts.

Your risk and product rotations, you could get involved with:

• Supporting financial modelling to shape the future of a deal.
• Contribute to Deal Screening Committees, weighing up which opportunities should fly.
• Analyse ESG and reputational risks, proposing ways to solve them.
• Handle client queries across two portfolios while juggling tight deadlines like a pro: Sustainability-focused - diving into ESG opportunities that help clients make responsible choices. Product & Risk-driven - getting under the skin of our lending, credit and transactional banking solutions.

Learn. Apply. Repeat

You'll work towards your Global Credit Certification (GCC), plus any other training that fits your placements and ambitions. Along the way you'll:

• Build commercial awareness and technical skills.
• Learn directly from relationship managers, traders and product specialists.
• Join your fellow grads in running events, from client networking to socials that bring the team together.

Who you'll meet

You'll work with senior leaders, specialist teams, and top-tier clients - getting an insider's view of how the UK's biggest banking decisions get made. You'll also see how we're investing in infrastructure, trade digitisation, ESG growth and capital markets to keep our clients (and ourselves) ahead of the curve.

Your future. Fully loaded

You'll earn a great salary while building the skills, knowledge and network to go anywhere in corporate and institutional banking. By the end, you'll understand the players, the products and the markets. Ready to specialise, lead projects, or take your career global.

Requirements

What you need to apply

• While we do not require a minimum degree achievement, we strongly recommend the ability to be able to demonstrate sound knowledge, understanding and technical skills aligned to the role. Some aspects of this, alongside behaviours and values, will be assessed through the application process.
• Please note that we cannot sponsor visas

Locations

This is a rotational programme across various UK Locations including London, Birmingham and Edinburgh plus other strategic locations. You'll need to be flexible. There's potential for relocation with our hybrid working policy, all colleagues are expected to spend a minimum of two days each week in the office, some roles are five days per week

Opening and Closing date

Applications for our Corporate Banking and Markets Graduate Scheme open on 24th September 2025.

Our graduate schemes may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so it's best to apply as soon as you can.

How to apply

Our application process is designed to help you shine. We want everyone to feel they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity, or culture.

Find out more, including stages and tips for success, on our how to apply page.