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2026 Sponsored Degree Programme (m/f/diverse)

Task:

The Vocational Trainee/Sponsored Degree scheme has been developed to replicate the “Kaufmann" apprenticeship-based training programmes which are well renowned in Germany. The scheme provides trainees with the opportunity to work full time, whilst studying towards a degree. Upon joining, you will be assigned to a business area within Commerzbank, where you will stay for the duration of the scheme (three and a half years).

During the first two years, you will study towards a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business (Accounting and Finance) at the European College of Business and Management (ECBM). Upon successful completion of the HND, you will study for a further year and a half to top-up to a BSc (Hons) International Business and Management degree. The BSc (Hons) is provided by ECBM and is accredited by Liverpool John Moores University. 

Overview of Programme:

• Three and a half years structured programme working full-time whilst studying towards HND and BSc (Hons) degree. 
• Qualifications gained: BSc (Hons) degree in International Business and Management
• Typically attend College for 3 days of every month
• Study leave: eligible for up to 5 days per academic year (in the first 2 years) and up to 7.5 days during the last year and a half
• Challenging work on a diverse range of projects
• On-the-job learning, with a dedicated team, and a buddy to support you
• A host of transferable business skills
• All college fees are paid for by the bank on top of your basic salary. Other benefits include 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), selling and buying of annual leave, private healthcare, life cover and a non-contributory pension scheme
• Trainees start at Commerzbank end of September 2026
• Assessment centres are planned to take place in April 2026

Profile:

• Minimum of 120 UCAS points at ‘A’ level or equivalent
• Fluent in English and a good level of Maths
• Genuine interest in working in a Banking environment