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City of Edinburgh, Alba / Scotland, United Kingdom
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End Date
Tuesday 26 January 2027We support flexible working – click here for more information on flexible working options
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Prior to submitting your application, please visit our early careers website to find out more about the programmes we offer and the recruitment journey: www.lloydsbankinggrouptalent.com.Job Description
Duration: 4 years
Salary: £27,400
Start: September 2027
Location: Edinburgh
Qualification : BSc (Hons) Software Development with Edinburgh Napier University
About this opportunity
At Lloyds Banking Group, we don’t just keep the lights on in financial services - we’re busy rewiring the whole system. With over 23 million digitally active customers, we’re the UK’s biggest digital bank. But here’s the thing: we’re nowhere near done.
That’s why we’re investing up to £3bn each year in game-changing tech like cloud platforms, AI and next-gen engineering. And we’d love you to be part of it.
As a Software Development Apprentice, you won’t be making tea or watching from the side lines. You’ll be coding, testing and building the digital tools that millions of people and businesses rely on every single day.
Four years. Big projects. Endless possibilities
This four-year programme is your launchpad into Software Engineering. You’ll split your time between Edinburgh Napier Uni and LBG. Learning the theory in class and then putting it straight to work on real-world projects.
You’ll cover modules such as:
By the end, you’ll graduate with a BSc (Hons) in Software Development and four years of exceptional hands-on experience.
The impact you could make
Your skills toolkit
You’ll master:
Support in your corner
We’ll set you up to succeed with:
Your future. Fully funded
We’ll cover the cost of your degree and pay you a salary while you learn, giving you the opportunity to earn a fully funded BSc (Hons) in Software Development. Over four years, you’ll gain hands-on experience working on one of the UK’s largest tech transformations, developing valuable skills that can open doors to a wide range of career paths—from specialist software engineering to digital leadership.
Requirements
What you need to apply
To be eligible for this Graduate Apprenticeship, you must also meet the Scottish Government’s funding eligibility criteria which includes:
Important information
An additional requirement for the apprenticeship position is that you must currently possess a valid Right to Work in the UK. Your visa end date must extend beyond the duration of the apprenticeship programme, which will last up to four years
Due to Home Office requirements regarding Skilled Workers, we’re unable to accept applications for visa sponsorship for our apprenticeship roles as the proposed salary for the role does not meet the minimum threshold – if this situation applies to you, please consider looking for other vacancies which may be more suitable.
Location
This apprenticeship is based in Edinburgh, and you will be expected to work from the Edinburgh office throughout the programme. While our hybrid working policy requires office attendance at least two days per week (40% for full-time colleagues), apprentices are expected to be in the office most days during the initial settling-in period.
If your commute exceeds 1.5 hours, we strongly recommend relocating closer to the office to ensure consistent attendance in line with contractual and hybrid working expectations
About working for us
Our ambition is to be the leading UK business for diversity, equity and inclusion supporting our customers, colleagues and communities and we’re committed to creating an environment in which everyone can thrive, learn and develop.
We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer Initiative.
We offer reasonable workplace adjustments for colleagues with disabilities, including flexibility in office attendance, location and working patterns. And, as a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee interviews for a fair and proportionate number of applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role with a disability, long-term health or neurodivergent condition through the Disability Confident Scheme.
We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to reduce or remove barriers. Just let us know what you need.
Salary
You will join us on a fixed apprenticeship salary. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be re-graded, with your pay range consistent with the job family for your business area.
We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes:
The closing date to apply for this opportunity is 26th January 2027
Our roles generate a lot of interest and occasionally we need to close for applications earlier than originally advertised. If you think working with us could be right for you, please apply now and see where an apprenticeship with us can take you!
If you have any queries regarding the recruitment process, please email lloydsbankinggroup@cappfinity.com and a member of our team will be happy to help and will reply within 3 working days (Monday – Friday).
What happens next?
Submit your application → Complete the online assessments → If successful, attend the Assessment Centre in March → Receive your outcome.
At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop.
We're focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we’re building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.
