Global Technology, Global Payments Solutions Technology Apprentice
Bromley, United Kingdom
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. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.
Being a Great Place to Work is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. This includes our commitment to being an inclusive workplace, attracting and developing exceptional talent, supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness, recognizing and rewarding performance, and how we make an impact in the communities we serve.
Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture with specific requirements for office-based attendance and which allows for an appropriate level of flexibility for our teammates and businesses based on role-specific considerations.
At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!
The team:
The Global Technology teams design, develop and support applications needed to maintain the Banks full range of products and services in over 30+ countries. The team liaise with both technical and business colleagues across the bank to deliver high quality, scalable and performant systems that align with the Banks strategic goals.
Programme Overview
Our apprentice programme starts in September 2026, you will join our Global Payments Solutions Technology team in a full-time role whilst studying for a three-year Digital & Technology Solutions Professional Degree (Software Engineering pathway).
The Global Payments Solutions Technology (GPST) team is responsible for end-to-end technology solutions and strategic change for the GPS business. The International Technology team provides oversight to all technology functions in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, the Asia Pacific, Latin America and Canada, and partners with global and regional business executives and regulators. The wider International Technology organisation covers other lines of business operating across the enterprise's international footprint, including Global Markets, Commercial Banking, Card Services and enterprise control functions.
You will spend most of your time working alongside experienced colleagues, learning relevant and valuable skills, contributing to exciting projects whilst being exposed to cutting-edge technology and see first-hand how first-class organisations operate systems. For the remainder of your time, you will follow an established apprenticeship programme, graduating after three years with a Degree in Digital and Technology Solutions.
Training and Development
Your training and development is our top priority with extensive formal training offered at the start of the programme in addition to on the job support, educational speaker events and mentorship throughout.
Responsibilities:
Successful apprentices will continuously relate what they are learning with their work at Bank of America, as they progress through their degree programme. The apprenticeship will support you in developing in key elements of the role below:
(1) Data Gathering
- Understanding a problem statement, a technology or business requirement
- Build relationships throughout the organisation irrespective of location, and access systems to collate data
- Develop confidence to ask questions to clarify you understanding of the problem and challenge the individuals providing the information to ensure that you have the correct problem statement
(2) Data Analysis
- Apply a process or framework to translate data into information for the purpose of solving problem statements or meeting a requirement
- Critically reviewing information and clearly stating your assumptions
- Apply information to support your technology solution proposal. Present your proposal to your stakeholders and obtain their sign-off
(3) Delivery
- Plan the implementation work. Identify the risks, issues and dependencies, and manage them during the course of the implementation
- Provide regular and transparent updates on your progress. Demonstrate your work to stakeholders regularly
- Deliver your solution within the agreed timeline
- Comply with all rules, regulations and policies, and document your work
Eligibility
- Hold or predicted to achieve at least 3 A levels/BTEC or equivalent with a minimum of 104 UCAS points (BCC Grades)
- At least a grade C or 5 in Maths and English Language GCSE (4 will not be accepted) or equivalent
- Been a resident of the UK for the past 3 years
- Not in full-time education when starting the apprenticeship
- The right to work and remain in the UK indefinitely
- Not 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 we are looking for
Essential:
- An enthusiastic learner with the intellectual curiosity to explore new ways to solve problems and meet requirements
- Work effectively as part of a team and on your own
- Communicate clearly with diverse groups of colleagues
Desired:
A keen interest and understanding in the below would be beneficial:
- Some experience of coding / developing software
- Financial services
- System design and architecture
- Database systems and business intelligence tools
- Service management within Technology
Our recruitment process
Apprentice recruiting takes place on a rolling basis once our applications are open. Assessments often begin before the deadline, so it’s 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 know just how important and valuable it is to have a wide range of skills, backgrounds and experiences shaping our work and ideas. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and we’re 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.
What if I need workplace adjustments?
We’re 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 be more than happy to discuss the support you need, and we will respond to your email within three business days.
We offer a competitive Salary and Benefits package
We are an equal opportunity employer and ensure that no applicant is subject to less favourable 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.
