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About the programme

The Career Returner Programme provides a supported route for individuals returning to work after an extended career break. The programme runs for 12 months and includes professional coaching, mentoring, and access to a community of career returners. Eligibility requires a minimum two-year career break prior to the programme start date. Professional work experience is necessary, and candidates from a range of backgrounds are considered. Financial experience is not required for all roles but may be beneficial for some. Flexible working options may be available depending on the role and area of the Bank.

The programme is offered on a fixed-term contract basis.
Locations may vary by year and according to business needs but include Leeds, London, or hybrid arrangements.
Salary details are provided in job adverts for each hiring area.

Development opportunities include induction, coaching, mentoring, and ongoing support. Previous participants have joined areas such as Monetary Analysis, Financial Stability, Strategy and Risk, Financial Market Infrastructure, Prudential Regulation Authority, Legal, and Resolution.

Programme details

Five group coaching sessions from an external Career Returners coach spread throughout the 12 months.
A buddy from the immediate business area.
A mentor from a different area of the Bank, possibly a previous returner.
Dedicated support from the programme lead.
Participation in and support from the Career Returner community (cohort of up to 20 returners).

Application process

While the Career Returner Programme will not be opening for applications in 2026, we remain supportive of career returners. We have many other opportunities available and if you are interested in finding out more about these, please visit our Careers Page for current vacancies at the Bank.

For any questions not answered here, please email CareerReturnersRecruitment@bankofengland.co.uk.

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