Career Returner Programme 2025

We understand that talented people take time out of their careers for a variety of reasons, and we recognise that those looking to return to work have a wealth of skills and experiences to draw upon from their earlier careers and time away from the workplace. Our Career Returner Programme is here to support those who are ready to return to work after an extended break. We know from experience that returning to work can feel daunting, so we have partnered with Career Returners since 2018 to offer a 12-month returner programme to ease the transition. The programme consists of a series of professional coaching sessions, a mentor programme and a ready-made community of former and current career returners to support with navigating the path ahead. Candidates with a minimum of a two-year career break are eligible to apply for a role on our Career Returner Programme. You may have taken time out for childcare or eldercare, for relocation, or for other reasons. You may have been working on a small-scale basis to fit around your other commitments or have not done any paid work for a number of years. Professional work experience is necessary as you will be operating and influencing at a senior level. The right skills are more important than the right background. Financial experience is not essential for all roles, though would be beneficial. Our teams include people from a range of backgrounds such as finance, science, government, civil service and the military. Through our Ways of Working Norms and flexible working policies we welcome applications from people who want to work in a balanced way around their other commitments. There are different flexible working options available depending on the role and the area of the Bank.

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