Santander Data & AI Graduate Programme | Unity Place | 27 months | September 2026

Milton Keynes - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Santander Data & AI Graduate Programme Unity Place 27 months September 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Turn data into impact. Shape the future with AI.

Data is transforming how we live work and bank and at Santander were at the forefront of that change. OurData & AI Graduate Programmeis your opportunity to help us reimagine the future of Financial Services through insight innovation and technology. From intelligent automation to generative AI youll be part of the teams shaping how Data & AI are applied responsibly and creatively to make banking smarter faster and more human.

This programme gives you thetechnical foundation and business understanding to launch a standout career in one of the most exciting fast-evolving areas of our business.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and be part of the digital revolution in the banking sector

What to expect:

Over 27 months youll rotate across teams to build a strong grounding in:

Data fundamentals:Learn how data drives smarter decisions from customer insights to risk management.
Product development:See how data powers products that make a real difference to our customers.
AI and Analytics:Discover how machine learning and automation are reshaping the way we think and work.
Agentic AI & Automation: Get hands-on with next-generation AI automation platforms helping to design test and deploy AI agents that transform how our internal teams work and deliver for customers.

Alongside your rotations youll complete a development programme combining formal training on-the-job projects mentoring and access to communities across Santander. Youll also experiment with some of the latest AI tools and emerging technologies learning how to safely and effectively bring innovation into a global financial services environment.

Requirements:

You dont need to be a coding expert just curious analytical and ready to learn. What we really want to see is your drive to grow and your passion for how data and AI can make things better for our customers.

A Bachelors degree in any discipline as well as 112 UCAS points (top 3 A Level grades or equivalent excluding General Studies and Extended Project)
Business acumen understanding how data translates into strategy and value
Tech savviness getting hands-on with data tools platforms and analytics
Problem-solving turning complexity into clarity through insight
Collaboration working with experts across technology product and business teams
Curiosity for innovation exploring how Data & AI can reimagine the colleague and customer experience and turning experimentation into real-world impact.
Commitment to The Santander Way and our TEAMS behaviours:

Think Customer: I care about our customers so I go the extra mile to earn their trust and loyalty

Embrace change: I embrace new challenges and I see new ways of doing things as an opportunity to grow

Act Now: I take accountability and manage risks accordingly always keeping things simple

Move Together: I seek opportunities to promote collaboration and work together to achieve common goals

Speak Up: I feel free to raise any idea ask any question or escalate any issues or risks building an environment of respect and trust. I am comfortable sharing and receiving feedback.

Why join Santander

Were investing in people who want to shape whats next. Here youll be part of a community that celebrates innovation encourages continuous learning and supports you to reach your potential.

Youll collaborate with teams across Santander Group including in Spain Argentina and the US to co-develop cutting-edge Data & AI solutions that benefit millions of customers and colleagues worldwide. Youll grow fast make meaningful contributions and help us create a smarter more human bank powered by data and technology.

Unlock your future and accept the challenge at Banco Santander. It Starts Here!

LET YOUR STORY UNFOLD WITH US

At Santander were creating a thriving workplace where all colleagues feel they belong and are supported to succeed. We all help to make Santander a workplace that celebrates diversity and attracts retains and develops the most talented and committed people through living our values of Simple Personal and Fair.

We welcome applications from people who have their own right to work in the UK. At this present time Graduate roles are not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. We are welcoming applications from people who have a valid right to work in the UK and you will be asked to provide evidence of your right to work during your application process.

WHAT TO DO NEXT

If this sounds like a role you are interested in then please apply.

Submit Application Form

Complete Gamification Assessment - within 72 hours

If successful complete your One-Way Interview within 72 hours

If successful attend an Assessment Centre (Case Study & Competency Based Interview): Between 11th and 18th December

Verbal offers will be made w/c 22nd December

If theres anything we can do in the recruitment process to help you achieve your best get in touch. Whether its a copy of our application form in another format or additional assistance were available through email. You can contact us at

Santander Data & AI Graduate Programme Unity Place 27 months September 2026Country: United KingdomTurn data into impact. Shape the future with AI.Data is transforming how we live work and bank and at Santander were at the forefront of that change. OurData & AI Graduate Programmeis your opportuni...