Trainee 2025

Dynamo; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial services sector is offering a Trainee program starting in September 2025. This 12-month program is designed for high school students looking to gain valuable work experience, develop skills, and earn qualifications while working in a supportive environment. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about various career paths in the industry and receive guidance from experienced professionals.

Benefits

Access to study and volunteer leave

Tailored development program

Support for professional qualifications

Qualifications

• No prior work experience required.
• Open to high school students or recent school leavers.
• Willingness to learn and take on challenges.

Responsibilities

• 12-month placement with real responsibilities.
• Access to professional qualifications and training.
• Support from mentors and a tailored development program.

Skills

Self-motivated

Team-oriented

Effective communicator

Initiative

Problem-solving

Job description

Trainee 2025

Job Description

Location: Edinburgh

Start Date: September 2025

Are you a high school student eager to get some experience of the working world? Our trainee program is designed just for you!

Our Apprenticeship /Traineeship will give you 12 months of experience in our company that will help you to grow your knowledge of the world of work, gain work experience within a professional environment and improve your understanding of our industry. Moving from school is a daunting experience but it is one we understand, and we will support you fully.

Our Traineeship will see you learn as you earn, giving you access to qualifications, a structured training programme and a network of new colleagues. You may not have any work or industry experience but don’t worry, you don’t need it for this programme! Our focus is on finding those with the right attitude and values who are willing to learn. This programme is an excellent opportunity for school leavers to kick start their career in the industry.

What can you expect from the programme?

• 12 month placement in a team learning about what they do and being given real responsibilities;
• Access to see first-hand that Financial Services is an exciting and dynamic industry with many different career options, including those you may not expect, like Finance, Operations & Risk & Compliance;
• Encouraging line manager as well as having a buddy and a mentor;
• A tailored development programme to help you build your skills and knowledge;
• Support to gain a professional qualification;
• Opportunities to develop a network with your colleagues and trainees working in other companies within the industry;
• Have access to study and volunteer leave, in addition to your annual leave allowance;
  
  

About You

Don’t worry if you don’t have much experience or know a lot about the industry yet we’re just looking for individuals who are self-motivated, team-oriented, and effective communicators. More importantly, we value those who can take initiative and tackle challenges head-on.

You will start on the programme in September 2025 on a 12 month fixed term contract. Upon completion of the programme, if there is the opportunity to apply for a permanent role you'd then follow the career progression applicable to that specific role/department.

This program is for those starting their careers, with no work experience or university education.

Our Inclusive Culture

We have a long-term commitment to building inclusive work environments; we value diversity in our workforce and welcome enquiries from everyone. You can find out more about our inclusive culture here.

Please contact us ([e-mail]) if you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any stage of the recruitment process. Our Early Careers team will be pleased to discuss your needs and ensure that these are accommodated.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all forms of difference are valued and which is free from any form of unfair or unlawful treatment. We define diversity in its broadest sense – this includes but is not limited to our diversity of educational and professional backgrounds, experience, cognitive and neurodiversity, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief and ethnicity and geographical provenance. We support a culture that values meritocracy, fairness and transparency and welcomes enquiries from everyone.

If you need assistance or an adjustment due to a disability please let us know as part of your application and we will assist.

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