BBVA CIB NEW GENERATION PROGRAM 2026 (London, The UK)

Ready to launch your career at a leading, dynamic, and growing financial institution? BBVA Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) is a robust global franchise dedicated to serving international corporate clients and institutional investors across 25 countries. Our extensive network of financial experts, investment-banking specialists, and industry advisers offers a comprehensive range of value-added products and financial solutions. Our mission is to enable clients to successfully execute their projects and achieve their business, transformation, and sustainability objectives on both a local and international scale, addressing needs from the simplest to the most complex.

CIB's activities include investment banking, market activities, loans, and transactional services. Guided by our core values: customer first, we think big, and we are one team, our responsible banking model aspires to achieve a more inclusive and sustainable society.

The BBVA CIB NEW GENERATION PROGRAM 2026 is seeking recent graduates eager to learn, grow, and contribute to the world of finance. Join us to drive business success while committing to sustainability and global transformation.

• Rotational Experience: You will rotate through key areas and roles, gaining hands‑on experience and embarking on a journey of personal and professional development alongside top finance professionals.
• Global Experience: The program offers the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues from around the world, providing a global perspective and exposure to international markets and cross‑border business.
• International rotation: Based on performance and business requirements, an international rotation may be offered during the program.
• Duration: The program lasts 12 months, starting with an immersive onboarding experience to provide a global understanding of the CIB environment.
• Post‑Program Role: Upon completing the rotational year, you will transition into a permanent role within a specific CIB team that aligns with BBVA's business needs, your skillset, and your career goals.
• Start Date: Between July and September 2026 (flexible to suit you).

• Global Transaction Banking: Focus on global payments, collections, and liquidity management, providing clients with optimal solutions to streamline cross‑border financial operations.
• Global Risk Management: Responsible for the approval, measurement, and control of the unit’s risks, encompassing both market risks and credit risks.
• Global Markets: Collaborate with specialists to structure, originate, and distribute financial products, helping clients manage risk profiles and adapt to dynamic global markets.
• Bankers and Industry Specialists (SIX): Work alongside industry experts to offer tailored services and strategic support, efficiently addressing clients' unique business requirements within key sectors.
• Global Institutional Business (GIB): Drives BBVA’s Corporate & Investment Banking business with institutional clients, ensuring high‑level specialization and a transformed commercial process to deliver bespoke solutions to global institutional partners.

The BBVA CIB Talent Program is a commitment to your growth. You will receive personalised development, including one‑on‑one guidance from experts and senior mentors. This tailored approach ensures you are fully supported in reaching your potential, exploring your passions, and taking ownership of your career path within a nurturing environment.

Gain a truly global perspective by collaborating with colleagues from around the world. This experience provides an invaluable understanding of international markets and cross‑border business.

We are dedicated to empowering your development through initiatives like the BBVA CIB Career Path and the International Mobility Program. These programs are designed to help you build critical skills in areas such as leadership and communication, shaping your long‑term career trajectory.

Sustainability is fundamental to BBVA's mission. From our responsible banking practices to supporting clients in achieving their sustainability goals, we are committed to making a positive impact on society and the planet.

If you are eager to develop your career, lead meaningful projects, and thrive in an environment where growth and sustainability are paramount, this is the ideal opportunity for you.

We are looking for dynamic individuals who possess the following essential skills and qualifications:

• Recent graduates or students nearing completion of a Bachelor’s degree, with an outstanding academic record (graduating between 2024 and June 2026, inclusive).
• Fluency in English (C1 level required). Additional languages are a plus.

• A genuine interest in Corporate & Investment Banking and a passion for learning in a global, multicultural setting.
• Possess a global mindset with an interest in gaining international exposure.
• Enthusiasm for new technologies and innovation.
• Empathy as a key skill for understanding and addressing clients' needs and fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Candidates must demonstrate the right to work in the UK at the interview stage.

• Application Submission: Upload your updated CV and attach a copy of your academic transcript (academic record) for your Bachelor’s Degree.
• Online Assessment: Complete a blended online assessment, which includes Psycho‑technical and English tests.
• Talent Acquisition Interview: Interview with the Talent Acquisition team (Talent & Culture).
• CIB Areas Interview: Interview with representatives from the CIB areas.
• Final Communication: Selected candidates will be notified.

• Application Deadline: February, 17.
• Program Start: The program is scheduled to begin between July and September 2025, accommodating the candidate's preferred start date.

At BBVA we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment, where all people can feel valued and respected, regardless of their race, gender, age, sexual condition or country of origin. We believe that diversity enriches our corporate culture and helps us to provide better services to our customers and society at large.