Alliance & Leicester - Site allows visitors to search the job database, register their interest, learn more about the graduate scheme and apply for a job on-line.
Bank of Scotland - Opportunities and information for graduates and students on pursuing a career at the Bank of Scotland.
Royal Bank of Scotland - Includes details on the business areas in the bank, the selection process, training and development some employee profiles and benefits.
Royal and Sun Alliance - Offers a variety of mini sites detailing careers and opportunities within this insurance group worldwide.
Smile - Apply for a job in Stockport with this bank online and read about their rewards and staff ethos.
Standard Chartered - Offers details on how to apply, training as well and profiles.
Standard Life - Details of vacancies, the working environment, and information for graduates, as well as online application forms.
Woolwich - Details on investors in people award and the national training award as well as positions currently available.
Bank of England Careers - Offers opportunities to work in the UK's central bank right from GSCE level up to opportunities for graduates and professionals.
Insurance Window - Portal for insurance professionals which offers a job search feature and consultancy as well as advice on a career in insurance.
KPMG - Site has details of graduate career opportunities and details of their recruitment services.
Deloitte & Touche - Professional services firm with offices worldwide. Site focuses on opportunities for school leavers and graduates within the organisation.
Julian Hodge Bank - Details of the positions available in this bank.
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