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Risk & Compliance Intern Programme 2025

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Santander

10d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Milton Keynes
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be a penultimate year student with a predicted degree pass, 112 UCAS points, a passion for numbers, strong collaboration skills, and a commitment to customer focus and teamwork.
  • You’ll gain hands-on experience in various Risk & Compliance areas, develop technical skills, receive support from colleagues, and potentially secure a graduate position in 2026. Some travel may be required.

Requirements

  • For penultimate year students - a predicted pass in any degree subject, as well as 112 UCAS points (top 3 A Level grades or equivalent excluding General Studies and Extended Project)
  • A genuine passion for numbers and reasoning, and the ability to translate statistics and trends into meaningful advice
  • A highly collaborative approach to work
  • The ability to truly listen, talk straight and build lasting relationships
  • The confidence to speak up with great ideas, embrace change and seek innovative new ways of doing things
  • Commitment to The Santander Way, and our TEAMS behaviours:
  • Think Customer : 'I care about our customers, so I go the extra mile to earn their trust and loyalty'
  • Embrace change : 'I embrace new challenges and I see new ways of doing things as an opportunity to grow'
  • Act Now : 'I take accountability and manage risks accordingly, always keeping things simple'
  • Move Together : 'I seek opportunities to promote collaboration and work together to achieve common goals'
  • Speak Up : 'I feel free to raise any idea, ask any question or escalate any issues or risks, building an environment of respect and trust. I am comfortable sharing and receiving feedback.'
  • We welcome applications from people who have their own right to work in the UK.
  • At this present time, Internship, graduate and apprenticeship roles are not eligible for sponsorship.
  • We are welcoming applications from people who have a valid right to work in the UK and you will be asked to provide evidence of your right to work during your application process.
  • Additionally, please note, during employment, you must be able to maintain and demonstrate your right to work in the United Kingdom throughout your employment at Santander

Responsibilities

  • - You’ll be allocated to one of the exciting Risk & Compliance areas, from Credit Risk (Personal, Business and Corporate), Treasury Risk & Analytics, Enterprise Risk, Operational Risk, to Compliance, Economic Crime Risk, or our Risk Chief Operating Office.
  • - This will help you gain a well-rounded understanding of a valuable insight into a global business and the UK Risk & Compliance function.
  • - You’ll have the opportunities to build on technical expertise.
  • - Throughout the programme you’ll be given plenty of support from some of the most passionate colleagues in the industry.
  • - You’ll be developing the skills, knowledge, and leadership experience you’ll need to influence the future of banking.
  • - If successful, you could convert to a Risk & Compliance graduate position within Santander UK in 2026.
  • - The programme is based in Milton Keynes but could include placements with one of our teams in London or Manchester, so some travel may be involved throughout the 10 weeks.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Risk & Compliance Intern Programme 2025?

The programme lasts for 10 weeks, from July to September 2025.

Where will the internship be based?

The internship is primarily based in our Milton Keynes head office, but placements may also involve travel to teams in London or Manchester.

What qualifications are required to apply for this internship?

Applicants must be penultimate year students with a predicted pass in any degree subject and have achieved 112 UCAS points (from the top 3 A Level grades or equivalent, excluding General Studies and Extended Project).

What types of roles will interns be rotated through?

Interns will be allocated to various Risk & Compliance areas including Credit Risk, Treasury Risk & Analytics, Enterprise Risk, Operational Risk, Compliance, and Economic Crime Risk.

Is there a possibility of a graduate position after the internship?

Yes, successful interns may have the opportunity to convert to a Risk & Compliance graduate position within Santander UK in 2026.

What skills are we looking for in candidates?

We seek candidates with a genuine passion for numbers and reasoning, collaborative work ethic, effective communication skills, and the confidence to share innovative ideas.

What are the core values of Santander that candidates should align with?

The core values are centered around: Think Customer, Embrace Change, Act Now, Move Together, and Speak Up.

Are there any specific commitments regarding diversity and inclusion?

Yes, Santander is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel they belong and are supported to succeed.

Can international students apply for this internship?

No, this internship is only open to individuals who have the right to work in the UK, and we are not offering sponsorship for internship roles.

What support will interns receive during the program?

Interns will receive plenty of support from experienced colleagues, which will help them develop the necessary skills, knowledge, and leadership experience.

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Santander is a leading global bank, founded in 1857 and headquartered in Spain, and is one of the largest banks in the world by market capitalisation. It provides a wide range of financial products and services, including personal and corporate banking, wealth management, and insurance. With a strong presence in Europe, Latin America, North America, and Asia, Santander's mission is to help people and businesses prosper by offering customer-centric solutions. Its purpose is to support growth and innovation while fostering responsible banking practices to benefit individuals, businesses, and communities.