At a Glance
- Tasks: Support COO initiatives, conduct research, and improve operational processes.
- Company: Join BNY, a leading global financial services company with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible resources, generous leave, and wellness programs.
- Other info: 24-month rotational programme with mentorship and career support.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience and contribute to impactful projects in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Pursuing a business or tech degree, graduating in 2027, with a minimum 2:1.
The predicted salary is between 25650 - 31350 £ per year.
The Chief Operating Office practice brings together professionals focused on operational excellence, business management, governance, execution discipline, and enterprise enablement. The practice helps ensure that teams across BNY are equipped to deliver consistent, efficient, and well-governed outcomes while supporting the broader goals of the Platform Operating Model. It serves as a professional home for colleagues whose work strengthens how the organization operates, executes priorities, manages risk, and drives continuous improvement. By connecting practitioners across teams, the Practice promotes consistency, capability building, and the sharing of best practices.
What you will do
- Support day-to-day activities and strategic initiatives within the Chief Operating Office (COO)
- Conduct research and analysis on operational processes, performance metrics, and business priorities
- Help track action items, risks, milestones, and deliverables across ongoing projects
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency
- Assist with documentation of business procedures, workflows, and governance materials
Skills you will build
- Process improvement: understanding workflows and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency
- Governance and controls awareness: learning how organizations manage oversight, accountability, and risk
- Project and program coordination: tracking actions, milestones, dependencies, and deliverables
- Reporting and metrics: helping compile dashboards, updates, and performance insights
- Execution discipline: supporting the follow-through needed to move initiatives from planning to completion
Impact you will have at BNY
- Improving team efficiency by helping organize processes, track deliverables, and support follow-through on priorities
- Supporting decision-making by gathering information, preparing updates, and helping turn data into clear insights
- Strengthening coordination across stakeholders by helping manage communications, action items, and project touchpoints
- Contributing to operational excellence by identifying gaps, suggesting improvements, and helping streamline routine work
- Enabling execution by supporting projects, timelines, governance activities, and reporting
- Bringing a fresh perspective by asking questions, challenging assumptions constructively, and offering new ideas
Why this could be a fit for you
This could be a fit for you if you’re interested in how organizations operate behind the scenes and enjoy bringing structure, coordination, and problem-solving to complex work. It’s an opportunity to build broad business exposure, strengthen your professional skills, and contribute to work that helps teams execute more effectively across the organization.
Analyst Program
Our 24-month rotational Analyst Program is designed to set you up for success from day one. New joiners take part in a structured induction experience to help them assimilate into BNY, learn about the organization, connect with peers and leaders, and build the core skills needed to navigate their early career with confidence.
From day one, analysts are immersed in BNY's collaborative and innovative culture through:
- Enterprise-wide onboarding and development programming, including an in person immersive induction experience, executive speaker series, skill development, and networking opportunities.
- Meaningful project work aligned to key business practices and platforms, providing hands-on experience, skill development, and real-world business impact.
- Structured mentorship and career support from managers, senior leaders, peer mentors, business stakeholders, and dedicated program managers.
- Exposure across practices, platforms, and teams, building a broad understanding of BNY's integrated business model.
- Professional, technical, and financial services training designed to strengthen business acumen and prepare participants for long-term career success.
- A premier early-career experience, backed by senior leadership and designed to develop the next generation of talent for BNY's global workforce.
Program eligibility:
- Enrollment in a 3-year undergraduate degree program with a strong focus on business-related and/or technology-related majors preferred
- Graduating in 2027
- Minimum cumulative 2:1 or better
- Does not require sponsorship for employment visa status (now or in the future) in the country where applying.
At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.
Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.
At BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at: BNY Newsroom & BNY LinkedIn
Here’s a few of our recent awards:
- America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025
- World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025
- “Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025
Our Benefits and Rewards:
BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.
BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
2027 BNY Analyst Program - Office of the COO (London) employer: The Bank of New York Mellon
At BNY, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration, making it an exceptional place for professionals in the financial services sector. Located in London, our team enjoys access to cutting-edge technology and a commitment to employee growth through competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a focus on wellbeing. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values bold ideas and empowers you to make a meaningful impact in the world of digital assets and payments.
Contact Details:
The Bank of New York Mellon Recruitment Team