Graduate Programme 2026

Arbuthnot Latham has been associated with banking since 1833. We combine private and commercial banking, wealth planning and investment management. We believe in traditional relationship and service-led banking powered by modern technology.

Diverse and talented, with exceptionally high professional standards and a passion to deliver the very best for our clients, our people are our most vital asset. Rewarding and challenging, Arbuthnot Latham prides itself on encouraging colleagues to reach their full potential within a supportive and progressive environment. Our value-led culture underpins everything we do and we believe that every colleague contributes to the growth and success of the business.

We offer one graduate programme (details below), but the opportunities sit within specific bank functions.

This graduate programme role sits within CRO and will rotate regularly through its business units (Operational Risk, Credit Risk, Financial Crime Prevention, and Compliance). The main purpose of these functions is to govern and manage risks across the bank through policies, procedures and frameworks. You will have exposure to these and how risk is managed through a three lines of defence model. The function interacts regularly with the front office and operational teams across the business.

**The Graduate Programme**

Our 2-year programme starting on 7th September 2026 is designed to provide you with the skills and experience to help you progress your career and contribute to Arbuthnot Latham’s continuing success.

Work as part of a diverse team contributing to their team deliverables
- Build a breadth of experience through on-the-job learning
- Take part in a structured training programme covering technical industry knowledge, professional and soft skills
- Gain an understanding of our products and services and how they meet the needs of our high-net-worth clients
- Be empowered to build your leadership skills and agile thinking
- Develop relationship management skills and build your professional network
- Contribute your ideas and knowledge to a project
- Gain exposure to senior leaders, mentors and different areas of the Bank

On successful completion of the programme, you'll be well positioned to take on a permanent role with us and begin a meaningful career in Arbuthnot Latham.

Person Specification

**Knowledge / Experience / Skills**
- Ability to manage your workload and balance multiple demands and priorities
- Strong written and verbal communications skills
- Strong numerical skills, data analysis, problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Aptitude for learning and willingness to develop
- High level of confidentiality, diplomacy, and discretion
- Collaborative, team-based approach
- Ability to quickly adapt to change and learn new technologies
- Strong interest in financial markets or banking

**Competencies**
- Performance Focus
- Planning and Reviewing
- Customer Focus
- Working Proactively
- Problem Solving & Judgment
- Team Working
- Communication & Confidence

**Our Values**

Our values define who we are. They ensure that we approach our work, our colleagues and our clients in the right way. Being a relationship-led organisation makes this all the more important. We know what we do as a business, our values guide how we do it.
- Integrity
- Energy & Drive
- Empowerment
- Respect
- Collaboration

**Application Process**

About Us

**About Us**:
**At Arbuthnot Latham we offer**:

- A competitive salary
- 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Employer Pension Contributions
- Private Medical Insurance
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Season Ticket Loan
- Agile (Hybrid) working arrangements
- Charity Payroll Giving
- Extensive offering of health and wellbeing resources and support services
- Flexible benefits such as discounted gym membership, cinema tickets and restaurant vouchers.