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2026 Data, Digital & Technology - Data Science Graduate Programme- London

FCA
City of London
2 days ago
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We offer you the chance to start your career and make a real difference.

Programme Length: Two years

Programme Type: Rotational

At the FCA, we regulate financial services firms in the UK to keep financial markets fair, thriving and effective. By joining us, you'll play a key part in protecting consumers, driving economic growth, and shaping the future of UK financial services. We're looking for graduates to join our diverse and highly capable teams across the FCA.


Overview

Our Data, Digital and Technology (DDAT) - Data Science Graduate Programme is designed to develop your career as a data scientist within the financial sector. As a graduate on this pathway, you'll work across our data, digital, technology, and innovation teams, gaining hands-on experience in applying data science to real world regulatory challenges. You'll build expertise in areas such as data analysis, machine learning, open finance, and artificial intelligence, directly supporting smarter, data-driven decision making at the FCA. Your rotations will immerse you in technical projects, ranging from developing analytical models and building data visualisation dashboards to coding and deploying solutions that enhance regulatory outcomes.


You must have a degree background in data science to apply for this programme.


Throughout the programme, you'll be encouraged to contribute to strategic planning, shape data architecture, and support the design and governance of digital solutions. You may also have the opportunity to deliver research and insights that inform FCA activities and drive thought leadership in FinTech, RegTech, and EmTech.


Your first two rotations are selected to build your technical skills and sector knowledge, setting a strong foundation for your career in data science. Your career goals and interests will be considered when your final rotation is selected, aiming to support your aspirations and the FCA's strategy.


The programme will prepare you for roles specialising in data science.


Learning & Development

Our two-year programme is designed to equip you with the skills and confidence to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Centred on the FCA's values of self-sufficiency, resilience, ambition, engagement, and integrity, you'll be supported in developing personal effectiveness, advancing professional capabilities, and making a meaningful impact.


You'll benefit from:



  • Formal learning aligned to your development goals
  • Bespoke induction and training
  • Networking opportunities
  • Social events with your graduate cohort
  • Opportunities to hear from senior speakers across the business

What We Look For

We are looking for candidates who are curious and eager to develop in a professional environment. Your ability to build relationships at all levels and understand and analyse data will help you succeed in a role here. Our colleagues are from a wide range of backgrounds; you can apply for our regulatory scheme with any degree. You don't need to have any specific experience; you'll learn through working in your team alongside experienced colleagues.


What We Offer

  • £36,000 salary
  • Rewarding work environment and flexible working options
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion
  • Wellbeing resources and support
  • Private health care
  • Career and family leave
  • Non-contributory pension
  • Charity and volunteering initiatives
  • Minimum of 25 days' holiday
  • Sports and social clubs
  • Subsidised on-site fitness centre (London only)
  • Free eye tests
  • Subsidised restaurant
  • Interest-free season ticket loans

Application Process

Submit your online application by midnight, Sunday 30th November 2025. Please apply early, as application windows may close if we receive a high volume of candidates.


Only one application is accepted across our early careers programmes within any six-month period.


You must have obtained or be on track to achieve a minimum 2:1 degree from any university. Applicants for the 2026 graduate programme must have graduated or be in their final year of study.


Graduate scheme offers are subject to candidates independently obtaining and maintaining permission to work in the UK for the duration of the programme.


Join us and shape the future of financial services - we look forward to receiving your application!


Your application and any work you submit throughout the recruitment process must be your own. Do not allow another person to complete any part of the assessment or submit responses generated by an AI assistant or similar software.


We welcome applications from all candidates. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and graduate scheme - you can request support from Employability at any stage.


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