Occupational Psychology Graduate Scheme (Bristol)

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Job Description

A front-row seat to the science of work

When it comes to shaping how one of the UKs largest organisations works traditional HR can only take us so far. We need data that leaves no room for guesswork. Technology that keeps people and processes connected. And strategy thats born out of insight. Exactly what our People & Places teams do every single day.

But they dont do it alone. Our occupational psychologists are the people behind the people using behavioural science research and insight to understand what makes work work better. Join us on the Occupational Psychology Graduate Scheme and see how it all happens up close.

2 years. Three rotations.

Youll do the hard yards in a training-to-profession scheme that puts you front and centre of occupational psychology in action. And along the way youll:

• Bring your scientific know-how insight and creativity to the most important challenges we face as an organisation

• Understand how psychology is used in a real business setting

• Help improve performance and wellbeing by improving how we work and make decisions

The work you could be doing

Throughout the scheme youll find yourself touching a range of projects within the People function. Whether its assessment and selection or performance and development youll back every decision you make with data and research. Youll also:

• Decode how collaboration office design and colleague experience can drive engagement productivity and wellbeing

• Conduct applied research and lead projects to uncover what drives performance

• Evaluate our existing people systems and frameworks and understand how we can improve performance management leadership capability and talent processes

• Analyse colleague data to explain patterns challenge assumptions and influence how the organisation functions

• Create frameworks and guidance that make way for occupational psychology to be used throughout the business

• Design fair and effective assessments that improve how we evaluate potential performance and development

And whatever you do you wont be doing it alone. A dedicated supervisor will always have your back so youll stay on track with your own development as well. Youll also have access to a growing community of Occupational Psychologists across the Group giving you plenty of opportunities to learn and make your mark as part of a function thats always evolving.

What youll take away

By the end of the scheme youll have the skills the confidence and the experience to apply psychology in a commercial environment where everything you do will improve how we work together to serve our customers. Youll also complete a fully funded Stage 2 training working towards Chartered Psychologist status.

Requirements

What you need to apply

• Be eligible for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership

• Be currently studying towards or have completed a BPS-accredited Masters in Occupational Psychology

• While we do not require a set projected 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 cannot sponsor visas.

Location

This programme operates in various UK regional locations including Bristol Leeds and Edinburgh.

Youll select one of these regional locations and will be based in various offices for the duration of your programme. We support hybrid working where youll be expected to spend a minimum of two days each week in the office where you have been placed.

Opening and closing date

Applications for the Occupational Psychology Graduate Scheme open on 10/09/2026

Apply soon as this scheme may close early if we receive a high number of applications.

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.