Barclays
Location
Remote (UK)
Deadline
21 September 2026
Type
virtual simulation
Overview In this Virtual Taster Course, you will assume the role of an HR expert at Barclays, helping to plan a detailed and considered onboarding plan for your new colleague. You’ll work with Suzan, a Job Architecture Relationship Manager, to discover why the first 90 days are crucial for a new starter, and what aspects of an onboarding journey are crucial to include. What’s Included This Virtual Taster will see you learn about Suzan’s role as a Job Architecture Relationship Manager at Barclays, discover her career path, hear her advice, and get stuck into a true-to-life HR project. This Virtual Taster will give you an idea of what a good onboarding journey could look like, so by completing this task, you’ll equip yourself with applicable knowledge and insight that can help you in the future.
Entry Requirements
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Barclays operates in financial services, where accuracy, trust, regulation, data, and customer outcomes are central to the work.
Student note
Strong applications usually show attention to detail, clear communication, numeracy, integrity, and an interest in how financial services help people or businesses.
Typical process
Fewer than 5% of applicants
Online application
Day 1
Online numerical and situational tests
1–2 weeks after application
The test score is decisive, practise numerical reasoning at graduate level before applying.
Video interview
1–2 weeks after tests
Competency-based questions. Prepare STAR examples aligned to Barclays' values.
Assessment centre
2–4 weeks after video interview
Group exercise and manager interview. Research your chosen division (e.g. Corporate, Investment Bank, Technology).
Application tips
Location
Remote (UK)
Deadline
21 September 2026
Type
virtual simulation
Overview In this Virtual Taster Course, you will assume the role of an HR expert at Barclays, helping to plan a detailed and considered onboarding plan for your new colleague. You’ll work with Suzan, a Job Architecture Relationship Manager, to discover why the first 90 days are crucial for a new starter, and what aspects of an onboarding journey are crucial to include. What’s Included This Virtual Taster will see you learn about Suzan’s role as a Job Architecture Relationship Manager at Barclays, discover her career path, hear her advice, and get stuck into a true-to-life HR project. This Virtual Taster will give you an idea of what a good onboarding journey could look like, so by completing this task, you’ll equip yourself with applicable knowledge and insight that can help you in the future.
Entry Requirements
Not published for this listing
The employer hasn't published structured entry requirements through this listing. Check their application page for GCSEs, A-Levels, or any other entry criteria.
See entry requirements on employer listingUse these cues to judge how complete and actionable this listing looks.
Barclays operates in financial services, where accuracy, trust, regulation, data, and customer outcomes are central to the work.
Student note
Strong applications usually show attention to detail, clear communication, numeracy, integrity, and an interest in how financial services help people or businesses.
Typical process
Fewer than 5% of applicants
Online application
Day 1
Online numerical and situational tests
1–2 weeks after application
The test score is decisive, practise numerical reasoning at graduate level before applying.
Video interview
1–2 weeks after tests
Competency-based questions. Prepare STAR examples aligned to Barclays' values.
Assessment centre
2–4 weeks after video interview
Group exercise and manager interview. Research your chosen division (e.g. Corporate, Investment Bank, Technology).
Application tips