Barclays
Location
Remote (UK)
Deadline
21 September 2026
Type
virtual simulation
Overview In this Virtual Taster Course, you will assume the role of a risk expert at Barclays, scanning the horizon to locate and mitigate any risks that could threaten the bank. You’ll work with Shanika, a Barclays higher apprentice, to discover why risk is so important to a business like Barclays, and learn how the Risk Intelligence team plans for future risks using past trends and learnings. What’s Included This Virtual Taster will see you learn about Shanika’s role as a higher apprentice in the Governance, Risk, and Compliance team, discover her career path, hear her advice, and get stuck into a true-to-life risk project. This Virtual Taster will give you a good idea of the types of risk Barclays has to consider, so by completing this task, you’ll equip yourself with applicable knowledge and skills 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.
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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 a risk expert at Barclays, scanning the horizon to locate and mitigate any risks that could threaten the bank. You’ll work with Shanika, a Barclays higher apprentice, to discover why risk is so important to a business like Barclays, and learn how the Risk Intelligence team plans for future risks using past trends and learnings. What’s Included This Virtual Taster will see you learn about Shanika’s role as a higher apprentice in the Governance, Risk, and Compliance team, discover her career path, hear her advice, and get stuck into a true-to-life risk project. This Virtual Taster will give you a good idea of the types of risk Barclays has to consider, so by completing this task, you’ll equip yourself with applicable knowledge and skills 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