People Science Graduate Scheme

Job Description

Move how we work. Make your career count

When it comes to shaping how one of the UK’s largest organisations works, traditional HR can only take us so far. We need data that leaves no room for guesswork. Technology that keeps people and processes connected. And strategy that’s born out of insight. Exactly what our People & Places teams do every single day.

As a People Science Graduate, you’ll be at the centre of it all. You’ll bring your genuine curiosity and analytical rigour to improve our ways of working, ultimately delivering better workplaces, better decisions, and better outcomes. Alongside developing strong analytical expertise, you'll build the confidence to work with and influence a diverse range of stakeholders, translating complex insights into clear, compelling recommendations that drive action.

Two years. Lasting impact

Throughout this two-year scheme, you’ll rotate across a range of areas within People & Places – from data and experimentation to product design, strategy, and people partnering.

Expect to:

• Work on meaningful projects right from day one
• Build the practical skills to influence decisions and challenge thinking in evolving environments
• Put your learning into practice through a hands-on approach across projects and rotations
• Add a unique blend of skills to your arsenal – including analytics, design, systems, stakeholder engagement, and strategy

What your work could look like

• Decoding how organisations really work using data, insight, and experimentation
• Making powerful insights and recommendations the starting point of every decision
• Navigating complex stakeholder environments where priorities, perspectives, and data don’t always align
• Using product thinking, smart tech, and AI to improve the everyday systems, tools, and employee experiences
• Scoping for the skills that are needed not just today, but also tomorrow
• Being a trusted problem-solver that the leadership teams can always count on
• Partnering with colleagues and stakeholders across the business to understand challenges, build relationships, and co-create practical solutions.

Skills that go where you do

By the end of the programme, you’ll have developed skills that’ll stay relevant throughout your career. These include:

• Using data to understand what’s really going on and making better decisions
• The ability to solve problems creatively through experimentation
• Understanding how systems, processes, and people connect to shape outcomes
• Communicating clearly to influence decisions and bring others with you
• Building trusted relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, adapting your approach to different audiences and priorities.

Opportunities that let you take the stage

Get seen by those who can help you go further:

• Present your ideas and insights to leaders, influencing decisions and building credibility with top senior stakeholders across the organisation.
• Collaborate closely with those who have been there, done that
• Get visibility and exposure across the business
• Explore all the paths in front of you before picking your specialisation
• Take ownership early, contributing to work that has visible impact on teams and the wider organisation

Your future. Fully backed

By the end of the scheme, you’ll have:

• A respected professional qualification
• A deep understanding of how organisations really work on the inside
• A unique blend of data capabilities, analytical skill, design know-how, and expertise across systems and strategy – keeping you one step ahead everywhere you go

Requirements

What you need to apply

• While we do not require a set minimum degree achievement, we strongly recommend the ability to demonstrate sound knowledge, understanding, and technical skills aligned to the role. Some aspects of this will be assessed through the application process.
• Note: We cannot sponsor visas.

Locations

This programme operates in various UK regional locations, including Leeds, Bristol, and Edinburgh.

You’ll apply to one of these regional locations and will be based there for the duration of your programme. We support hybrid working, where you’ll be expected to spend a minimum of two days each week in the office where you have been placed.

Opening and Closing Date

Applications for our People Science Graduate Scheme open on 10/09/2026.

Apply soon, as our schemes may close early if we receive a high number of applications.

How to Apply

Our application process is designed to help you shine. We want everyone to feel they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity, or culture.

Find details, including stages and tips for success, on our How to Apply page.

At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses, and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow, and develop.

We keep your data safe. So, we'll only ever ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited along to an interview or accepted a verbal offer to join us which is when we run our background checks. We'll always explain what we need and why, with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person.

We're focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we’re building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.