Global Markets Data Science Apprenticeship 2025 - London

2025 Global Markets Data Science Apprenticeship Programme

London, UK

About Us

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. Responsible Growth is how we run our company and how we deliver for our clients, teammates, communities, and shareholders every day.

We are devoted to being a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. We hire individuals with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences and invest heavily in our teammates and their families by offering competitive benefits to support their physical, emotional, and financial well-being.

Working at Bank of America will give you a great career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact, along with the power to make a difference. Join us!

Programme Overview

Our Apprentice programme starts in September 2025, you will join our Quantitative Strategies and Data Group, within Global Markets, working in a full-time role whilst studying with one of our trusted learning providers.

You will spend most of your time working alongside experienced colleagues, learning relevant and valuable skills, and contributing to exciting projects whilst also following an established apprenticeship programme, graduating after three years with a BSc (Hons) in Data Science.

The Team

Quantitative Strategies and Data Group (QSDG) uses models, data, and analytics to develop and deliver impactful solutions to sales and trading teams across Global Markets. In your role you will contribute directly to the firm by helping us serve our clients and manage risk. You will be on active projects in the fast-paced environment of the trading floor.

Responsibilities

As an apprentice, your key tasks and responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Applying statistical and data science techniques to analyse market dynamics and client behaviour.
• Participating in the development of models and strategies that the business uses to make trading decisions.
• Studying, implementing, and improving electronic trading algorithms.
• Building signals and tools to improve the efficiency and profitability of the trading business.
• Contributing to the development of pricing models to understand and manage the risks of complex derivative products.

Eligibility

To be considered for this programme, candidates must:

• Hold or be predicted to achieve at least 3 A levels/BTEC or equivalent with minimum grades of AAB (136 UCAS Points), with at least an A (or equivalent) in Mathematics.
• Have at least a grade A or 8 in Mathematics and at least a grade 6 or B in English Language GCSE or equivalent.
• Have been a resident of the UK for the past 3 years.
• Not be in full-time education when starting the apprenticeship.
• Have the right to work and remain in the UK indefinitely.
• Not have completed a qualification or apprenticeship at the same level or higher which provided you with substantially the same skills or training as you would gain through this apprenticeship with Bank of America.

What are we looking for

Essential - please include details of the following in your CV and application form:

• An understanding and an active interest in programming (preferably in an object-oriented language such as Python, C++, C# or Java).
• Any extra-curricular activities/interests that have provided exposure to quantitative finance or technical subjects such as statistical/data analysis, financial mathematics and stochastic calculus, computer science.
• Great communication skills with an ability to convey complex ideas clearly to a diverse audience in both spoken and written form.

Desired

• In addition to Mathematics, at least one of the other A Levels should be in Further Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or Economics.

Our recruitment process

Apprenticeship recruiting takes place on a rolling basis once our applications are open. Assessments often begin before the deadline, so it is best to submit your application early as this will give you the best chance of being considered for the role.

We care deeply about shaping the world of work to be an equal and inclusive one - and that starts with our recruitment process. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and we are proud to focus on attracting, retaining, and developing diverse talent within Bank of America. Together, we aim to mirror the customers, clients, and communities we serve.

We are an equal opportunities employer, ensuring that no applicant is subject to less favorable treatment on the grounds of gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, age, sexual orientation, being pregnant or on maternity leave, socio-economic background, responsibilities for dependents, physical or mental disability. The Bank selects candidates for interview based on their skills, qualifications, and experience.

What if I need workplace adjustments?

We are committed to ensuring our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers. If you need a workplace adjustment to search for a job opening, need help completing your application or video interview, please email juniortalentemea@bofa.com and let us know. We will get back to you within two business days.

We offer a competitive Salary and Benefits package