Intern - Birmingham

Branch Summer Intern
Birmingham
Start Date – 24th June
Duration – 10 weeks
Main Responsibilities
We are looking for a branch intern to join us this summer, working in our Birmingham branch.
We have over 145 Branches operating across the UK, Our decentralised business model is key to its success. Each branch operates as a small business, enabling it to make decisions locally and to provide a service that is truly bespoke. Whilst key steering systems are in place to guide them; the branch is granted full autonomy to decide the structure and pricing of products, which directly benefits the customer through swift decision-making.
During your internship, you will be working in a small team of financial professionals, accountable for providing a bespoke customer experience. There will be ample scope for you to develop your banking knowledge within both the Individual and Corporate markets. The branch has a diverse customer base and you will have the opportunity to engage with customers and professionals at all levels throughout a variety of customer journeys.
Our Summer internship programme runs from 24th June to the 31st August. We are looking for individuals to commit to the full ten week duration of our internship programme.
As an intern you’ll follow a structured programme, Giving you a real insight into our culture and organisation along with the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills within Banking.
You’ll spend your first few weeks understanding the core principles of our business, before taking on your own responsibilities that will see you gain hands on experience and develop skills for the future in a friendly and supportive environment. As part of your support network you will be assigned a buddy and have regular check in with your line manager.
During the programme you will also work with other interns on a business project, giving you the opportunity to further develop your team work, creative thinking and presentation skills.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that supports your development and helps you achieve your potential.
By the end of the placement you will have delivered work and projects that add value to the Bank, developed your skills and have the potential to continue your career with us.
Ideal Candidate
Whether you're transitioning from college or university, in the middle of your studies or you're a final year student, we welcome you to apply for our Summer Placement programme.
Our main focus is to find candidates who share our values and possess a strong passion for teamwork, personal development and customer service.
Company Information
Handelsbanken is a relationship bank with a decentralised way of working, a strong local presence thanks to a nationwide network of branches, and a long-term approach to customer relations. Each Handelsbanken branch operates as a local business enabling it to make decisions at a local level and provide a bespoke service. The focus is always on the need of the individual customer and not on the sale of specific products.
The Bank is deeply committed to embedding good equality and diversity practice into all of our activities. This is so that we are an inclusive, welcoming and inspiring place to work that encourages everyone to apply, regardless of socio-economic background, age, disability, pregnancy and/or parental status, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), veteran status, marital and civil partnership status, religion or belief, sex, gender reassignment or sexual orientation.
Check our Handelsbanken website for further information
At Handelsbanken, we deeply value our unique culture and values including trust in and respect for each individual. We take pride in nurturing a work environment where people flourish, and where they are empowered to take decisions in their areas of expertise. We take a long term perspective in everything we do and want each employee who joins us to build a long terms successful career with the Bank.
What is in it for you?
We have a wide range of learning and development available, empowering and enabling our colleagues to take ownership of their own development.
Competitive Salary and an extensive range of benefits is provided, including private medical insurance, income protection and life assurance
A market-leading pension contribution of 15% paid by the bank, which can be invested in a wide range of funds (including ESG and Shariah funds)
Application next steps
This will be a one stage interview process. Interviews will take place virtually and will last 30 minutes. You will be advised of the questions to be asked ahead of your interview. Interviews will take place between 19th February and 8th March.

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