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Job Description

Arbuthnot Latham has been associated with banking since 1833. We combine private and commercial banking, wealth planning and investment management. We believe in traditional relationship and service-led banking powered by modern technology. Diverse and talented, with exceptionally high professional standards and a passion to deliver the very best for our clients, our people are our most vital asset. Rewarding and challenging, Arbuthnot Latham prides itself on encouraging colleagues to reach their full potential within a supportive and progressive environment.

Our value-led culture underpins everything we do and we believe that every colleague contributes to the growth and success of the business.

This is an eight-week internship starting on 28th June 2027.  It is designed for students currently studying and undertaking a relevant University degree who will be returning to university after the internship. Candidates must be available for the duration of the eight week programme.

We are advertising a number of internships across different departments. Please apply to the one or two vacancies which best align with your academics and career aspirations.

Purpose

The intern will primarily focus on providing day-to-day administration and support to Directors and Bankers in the Commercial Banking team and, in addition, support the team with client acquisition and retention via client contact and support the growth aspirations of the Commercial business
 
Key responsibilities
 
  • Support Commercial Bankers with day-to-day client servicing activities, helping to deliver an exceptional experience to business clients.
  • Assist with account opening, account maintenance, and client onboarding processes, while ensuring records are accurate and up to date.
  • Prepare client communications and maintain client information across the Bank's systems and CRM platforms.
  • Develop an understanding of commercial banking products, lending facilities, and the lifecycle of a client relationship.
  • Attend client meetings and networking events, gaining valuable exposure to relationship management and business development.
  • Support lending and credit activities, including the preparation of documentation, drawdown requests, and annual client reviews.
  • Assist with Know Your Customer (KYC) and anti-money laundering (AML) processes, developing an understanding of the regulatory environment in which the Bank operates.
  • Collaborate with colleagues across Commercial Banking and other teams, contributing to projects and gaining broad exposure to commercial banking operations.
 

Risk:

  • Responsible for managing risks inherent to the role by diligently observing internal policies and procedures.

Person Specification

  • Experience in Client Facing role and/or ability to provide a high level of client service
  • An interest in banking and financial markets
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Good time management and organisational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure
  • Experience using Microsoft Programs – Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills
  • Training will be provided where appropriate 

Competencies:

  • Client/Customer Focus
  • Performance Focus
  • Working Proactively
  • Communications and Confidence
  • Team Working

About Us

Life, Work and Benefits

At Arbuthnot Latham, we seek proactive individuals who embrace high standards and bring the energy needed to drive success. In return, you can thrive in a dynamic environment that values your innovative ideas and provides the stability and support for your personal and professional growth.  Our human-scale ethos means that everyone is recognised as an individual, not just a number, creating a workplace where you truly belong and thrive.  

As a service led, relationship driven bank, in-person collaboration and wellbeing are important to us and drives our inclusive culture. With this in mind we offer one day a week working from home.

Benefits

  • Competitive holiday allowance with the ability to buy / sell / rollover up to five days per year
  • Pension via market leading provider
  • Private Healthcare cover
  • 4x Life Assurance
  • Discretionary Bonus
  • Access to a suite of flexible benefits including Cycle to Work Scheme, Gym Scheme, Health Assessment, Season Ticket / Travel loans and Dental insurance as well as other discounts / vouchers

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Reasonable adjustments: Please let us know of any adjustments or arrangements that you may need to help you apply to this role or that will help you during the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss any particular requirements or concerns you have because of a disability or medical condition please contact us at [email protected]. Information you provide about any disability or medical condition will remain confidential unless it is necessary to disclose it to other members of staff or outside agencies to ensure the health and safety of yourself and others, or to implement the adjustments you require. In these circumstances we will first discuss with you how and to whom the information may be disclosed.