London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) is accepting applications for the LSEG Engineering Graduate Programme in the United Kingdom. It is a 12-month programme that starts in September 2027, based in Nottingham with hybrid working. To apply, you go to the Graduates & students section on the LSEG careers website and search for requisition R0123391.
One condition matters more than any other. LSEG prefers candidates who already have unrestricted UK work rights, and it does not promise visa sponsorship. If you need sponsorship to work in the UK, this route is unlikely to work for you. Everything below explains the programme honestly so you can decide quickly.
LSEG Engineering Graduate Programme snapshot
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) |
| Programme | Engineering Graduate Programme (Technology stream) |
| Location | Nottingham, United Kingdom (hybrid working) |
| Start date | September 2027 |
| Duration | 12 months |
| Qualifications | Degree in Science, Engineering/Tech, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) |
| Who can apply | Graduated in 2026 or due to graduate in 2027 |
| Deadline | 16 November 2026 (rolling — places can fill earlier) |
| How to apply | LSEG careers website, Graduates & students section, requisition R0123391 |
| Salary | Not published on the official page |
What the 12 months involve
The programme is built around real work, not classroom exercises. You join engineering teams that build and maintain the technology behind financial markets. Over the year you also complete an 8-week group project, curated e-learning, offsite skills training and dedicated AI upskilling.
Support is part of the design. The Early Careers Team, your People Leader, a Senior Leader and a buddy are all available for guidance, alongside a global network of fellow graduates. You gain exposure to many parts of the business, which prepares you for a long-term career at LSEG.
A quick self-check before you spend your one application
LSEG allows only one application per candidate per recruitment cycle, so choose carefully. Use this quick check to see whether this programme fits you.
- You hold a STEM degree (Science, Engineering/Tech, Engineering or Mathematics), or will complete one before the programme starts.
- You graduated in 2026 or are due to graduate in 2027.
- You already have unrestricted UK work rights, or are sure you will not need sponsorship.
- You can work from Nottingham on a hybrid basis.
If you need visa sponsorship, do not spend your single application here. LSEG states that right-to-work requirements are checked against the job advert, and sponsorship is not promised. If the fit is wrong, this site lists other graduate routes — for a finance-focused option, read our guide to the EY Financial Services Audit Graduate Programme 2027, or for a longer international track, Siemens runs a two-year graduate programme in Spain that comes with a permanent contract.
The technology you would work on
LSEG engineers design, build and maintain the systems that power financial markets worldwide. Their work covers real-time data feeds, low-latency trading systems, cloud platforms and cybersecurity. You solve complex technical problems that affect customers and economies on a global scale.
The scale is large. LSEG employs more than 26,000 people across 65 countries. Every day its systems update 480 million financial records, deliver 147 million market messages and process 280,000 trades per minute. As a graduate you contribute to this kind of work from day one.
The company values curiosity, ownership and continuous learning, and a background in financial services is not required. Technical ability and problem-solving matter most.
How to apply, step by step
- Open the LSEG careers website and find the Graduates & students section.
- Search for the Engineering Graduate Programme and confirm requisition R0123391, checking the Nottingham location and the detailed requirements in the advert.
- Create or log in to your Workday candidate profile and complete the application carefully, keeping your CV accurate and up to date.
- Submit well before 16 November 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling, first-come-first-served basis, so places can be filled before the closing date.
Complete each assessment as soon as the invitation email arrives, because extensions are not always possible. You can track your application status at any time in your Workday candidate profile.
What happens after you submit
Your application is checked against the eligibility criteria and programme requirements. If you move forward, you are invited to the next stage, and LSEG says it provides an update after each stage whatever the outcome. Timelines vary with application volume.
All offers depend on pre-employment screening and background checks. If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage, contact the Early Careers team for support. If you are unsuccessful, you may reapply in a future cycle if you still meet the eligibility criteria.
Frequently asked questions
Is the salary published?
No. Salary and benefits are not published on the official page, so ignore any figure quoted by third-party sites.
Do I need UK work rights to apply?
LSEG prefers candidates who already have unrestricted UK work rights and does not promise visa sponsorship. Read the job advert’s right-to-work requirements carefully before you apply.
Can I apply to both the Engineering and Business graduate programmes?
No. Only one application per candidate per recruitment cycle is considered, so apply to the programme that best matches your skills and interests.
What degree do I need for the Engineering programme?
A degree in Science, Engineering/Tech, Engineering or Mathematics — in other words, a STEM degree.
When will I hear back after applying?
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and timelines vary. You can track your status in your Workday candidate profile.
What if my application is unsuccessful?
You are welcome to reapply in a future recruitment cycle, provided you still meet the programme’s eligibility criteria.
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