HSBC UK
Salary
Competitive salary
Location
40 Wakefield Road, Leeds, LS98 1FD
Deadline
25 October 2026
Type
degree-apprenticeship
Start date
12 April 2027
Duration
4 Years
Positions
8 positions available
Working hours
Current hybrid expectations is a minimum of 60% (3 days per week) of your working week based out of your base-placement location.
Training provider
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Standard (Level 6)
Financial services professional (level 6)
Retail Banking at HSBC helps millions of customers manage their everyday finances while planning for longer-term goals. You'll gain exposure to teams that shape customer journeys, products and operations. Your placements could include branches, contact centres and head office teams. The programme starts in November 2027.
Entry Requirements
Subject-specific qualifications
| Subject | Type | Grade | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 subjects including Maths and English | GCSE | 4/C or higher | Required |
| any 3 subjects | A Level | BCC or higher | Required |
Skills Required
What they're looking for
Use these cues to judge how complete and actionable this listing looks.
HSBC 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 assessment
1–2 weeks after application
Numerical and situational judgement tests. Research HSBC's global footprint before taking the assessment.
Video interview
1–2 weeks after assessment
Expect questions on global mindset, commercial awareness, and motivation for HSBC specifically.
Assessment centre
2–4 weeks after video interview
Group exercise, written task, and senior manager interview.
Application tips
Salary
Competitive salary
Location
40 Wakefield Road, Leeds, LS98 1FD
Deadline
25 October 2026
Type
degree-apprenticeship
Start date
12 April 2027
Duration
4 Years
Positions
8 positions available
Working hours
Current hybrid expectations is a minimum of 60% (3 days per week) of your working week based out of your base-placement location.
Training provider
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Standard (Level 6)
Financial services professional (level 6)
Retail Banking at HSBC helps millions of customers manage their everyday finances while planning for longer-term goals. You'll gain exposure to teams that shape customer journeys, products and operations. Your placements could include branches, contact centres and head office teams. The programme starts in November 2027.
Entry Requirements
Subject-specific qualifications
| Subject | Type | Grade | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 subjects including Maths and English | GCSE | 4/C or higher | Required |
| any 3 subjects | A Level | BCC or higher | Required |
Skills Required
What they're looking for
Use these cues to judge how complete and actionable this listing looks.
HSBC 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 assessment
1–2 weeks after application
Numerical and situational judgement tests. Research HSBC's global footprint before taking the assessment.
Video interview
1–2 weeks after assessment
Expect questions on global mindset, commercial awareness, and motivation for HSBC specifically.
Assessment centre
2–4 weeks after video interview
Group exercise, written task, and senior manager interview.
Application tips