Occupational Psychology Graduate Scheme (Edinburgh)

End Date

Salary Range

Before you start your application please note alternative formats are available on request. Please contact us by emailing or calling on 0. If emailing please tell us how you would like us to respond - we can email back or call you to discuss any requirements or concerns you might have. We will get back to you as soon as we can but during busy times it might take up to 5 working days (Dont worry this wont affect your progress in the application process)

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Empower our people

Our people drive our success. Talented dedicated and diverse theyre at the heart of everything that we do. Theyre the reason were respected and trusted by customers and our industry. Right now were putting exciting new strategies into action. To give our people every support to shine grow and Help Britain Prosper.
Making Lloyds Banking Group one of the best places to work means empowering our people. We want everyone to maximise their potential and build the career they want. Thats where you come in. Helping to shape our culture. From how and where we work to all the ways we recognise and reward our people.

As an occupational psychologist Masters graduate and a creative thinker this is for you.

What youll learn
Understanding how our people behave we can help them perform at their best and be their happiest.
Our Occupational Psychologists apply theories knowledge and practice to make positive change. Enhancing our people proposition. Supercharging the way we work and interact. And creating an environment where everybody thrives.

Rotating through three HR teams youll gain both specialist and generalist experience complimenting core competencies needed on your way to becoming a chartered Occupational Psychologist. These teams may include:

• Talent Management
• Culture and Leadership
• Future Ways of Working
• Organisation and Capabilities

What youll learn
Youll receive enrolment support from a graduate a year ahead of you along with guidance throughout your scheme from a designated coordinator and supervisor.
Youll have access to technical and business-aligned training and further enhance your development through platforms like Viva Learning and Learning Management systems.
Develop your skills with our growth opportunities connect with colleagues build your network and make a difference. Shape the career you want in our inclusive growth-focused culture.


The work you could be doing
Leading the development of a people product from early design to implementation.
Using your specialist knowledge to challenge thinking and provide fresh insight.
Working with forward-thinking suppliers to scope exciting new people solutions.
Researching our market to uncover new partnerships products and trends.
Supporting and inspiring colleagues to unlock their full potential.

Benefits
We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package which includes:
A generous pension contribution of up to 15%
An annual bonus award subject to Group performance
Share schemes including free shares
Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle such as discounted shopping
22 days holiday with bank holidays on top
A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies

Requirements:

What you need to apply
A Master of Science degree in Occupational Psychology accredited by the British Psychological Society.
While we do not require a set minimum degree achievement we strongly recommend the ability to be able to demonstrate sound knowledge understanding and technical skills aligned to the role. Some aspects of this alongside behaviours and values will be assessed through the application process.
We are unable to offer sponsorship for this programme and you must have full unlimited right to work in the UK.

Locations
Youll be in Edinburgh for the duration of your scheme. With our hybrid working policy all colleagues are expected to spend a minimum of two days each week in the office.

Qualifications
Stage 2 Qualification in Occupational Psychology with the British Psychological Society leading to eligibility for Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration and Chartered Membership with the British Psychological Society. Training and costs are all taken care of.

Closing Date
Applications for our Occupational Psychology Graduate Scheme open on 7th January 2026.
Our graduate schemes may close early if we receive a high number of applications so its best to apply as soon as you can.

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 ourhow to applypage.

At Lloyds Banking Group were 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 youll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future whilst the scale and reach of our Group means youll have many opportunities to learn grow and develop.

We keep your data safe. So well 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. Well always explain what we need and why with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person.

Were 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 were building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.