Retail Banking Graduate Programme 2027

Location/office policy: Central Park, Dublin – 3 days per week in office 

Start date: September 2027 

Salary: €34,500 

This role is being offered as a 23-month contract 

Ready to start your career at AIB? 

Join an award-winning graduate programme with AIB, recognised by gradireland as the ‘Most Popular Graduate Recruiter in Banking, Investment & Financial Services’ for six consecutive years and a winner of the Diversity Recruitment Award. 

Help shape the future of banking for millions of customers across Ireland. 

As a Retail Banking Graduate at AIB, you'll work on products, services and strategies that support customers at every stage of their financial journey. From digital banking and payments to lending, savings and wealth solutions, you'll gain first-hand experience of how a leading financial institution serves customers and communities across Ireland. 

At AIB, we know that starting your career is a big step. That's why we've created a graduate programme that gives you meaningful work, plenty of support and opportunities to develop both professionally and personally. 

Over 23 months, you'll rotate across different teams, gain exposure to exciting projects and develop the skills, experience and confidence needed to build a successful career. 

No two days will be the same! 

Why join our graduate programme? 

As part of the programme, you'll get the opportunity to experience different areas across Retail Banking, working with a range of teams and colleagues. 

Our graduate programme combines structured rotations with real-world experience, helping you build a strong foundation for a long-term career in Retail Banking. Your first year will typically be spent in Branch Banking, where you will develop core banking, customer and relationship management skills while learning directly from experienced colleagues. As you progress through the programme, you will gain exposure to different areas of the business, broadening your experience and accelerating your development 

You'll learn on the job, contribute to real business initiatives and work alongside experienced professionals who are invested in helping you succeed. 

Along the way, you'll also have opportunities to: 

• Gain industry-recognised QFA qualifications, fully supported by AIB. 

• Build your professional network 

• Attend development events 

• Connect with senior leaders across the organisation 

• You'll join a network of graduates across AIB, giving you opportunities to collaborate, learn from peers and build connections across the organisation from the very beginning of your career. 

• Explore different career paths within AIB 

This is more than a graduate programme. It's an opportunity to develop the skills, experience and network that will help shape your future career. 

What You’ll Do 

As a Retail Banking Graduate, you'll gain exposure to a wide range of teams and projects that help shape the banking experience for personal, business and wealth customers. 

Depending on your rotations, you could: 

• Support the development of new products and customer propositions 

• Analyse customer, market and portfolio data to inform business decisions 

• Contribute to strategic projects that enhance customer experiences 

• Work with digital, product and operational teams to improve banking services 

• Support governance and regulatory initiatives that protect customers and the business 

• Build relationships with colleagues, customers and key stakeholders across AIB 

Our graduate opportunities match the broad and diverse nature of our customers with roles in product management, strategy, portfolio management, governance, in addition to, customer facing roles in person, by phone and via digital channels.  

You may rotate across areas such as: 

• Homes 

• SME Banking 

• Consumer Banking 

• Product Management 

• Portfolio Management 

• Governance 

• Wealth 

What's in it for you? 

Alongside valuable experience and development opportunities, you'll enjoy: 

• 21 Days annual leave & 2 additional volunteer days 

• Additional AIB Bank Holidays – Good Friday & the day after St. Stephens Day 

• Hybrid working, 3 days in office & 2 working from home 

• Rotations across different teams 

• Dedicated graduate development programme 

• Professional qualifications supported by AIB 

• Access to senior leaders and mentoring 

• Internal networking events 

• Real project ownership from day one 

• Strong emphasis on wellbeing & work-life balance 

• Structured learning & development programme 

• Defined Contribution Pension Scheme  

• Vhi Healthcare scheme 

• Variable remuneration scheme 

We are with you every step of the way 

Starting your first professional role can feel daunting, but we'll be with you every step of the way. 

Every graduate is assigned a dedicated People Leader who will support your development, help you navigate challenges and encourage you to get the most from your experience. 

You'll also become part of a vibrant graduate community, joining fellow Retail Banking graduates as well as graduates from previous intakes. Whether it's learning, networking or social events, you'll quickly build relationships that last well beyond the programme. 

We also offer access to a wide range of support networks and initiatives, including our Employee Assistance Programme and Mentor Her programme. 

Entry Requirements: 

• Achieved or expected to achieve a minimum 2.1 Honours Degree (or equivalent for universities outside of Ireland) is a prerequisite for those joining the AIB graduate programme. 

• Candidates must be fully authorised to work in Ireland or hold a valid work permit for the full duration of the 23-month contract (September 2027 – August 2029). 

If you are not sure about your suitability based on any aspects of the role advertised, we encourage you to please contact our Future Talent Programmes team at Grads@aib.ie for a conversation. 

 AIB is an equal opportunities employer, and we pride ourselves on being the first bank in Ireland to receive the Investors in Diversity Gold Standard accreditation from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. Should you have a reasonable accommodation request please email the Talent Acquisition team at Grads@aib.ie 

Apply today and start shaping your future with AIB. 

Applications are expected to close on the 26th October 2026 however, we encourage candidates to apply early as the programme may close sooner if demand is high. 

Eligibility and Equal Opportunities 
Applicants must be resident in the Republic of Ireland and be fully authorised to work, or hold a valid work permit, for the full duration of the programme. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory evidence of the right to work in the Republic of Ireland. 
 
AIB is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. 

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