Graduate Trainee - Commercial Banking Review
at NatWest Group
Graduate Scheme
Commercial Banking
Bishopsgate
Review Submitted: August 2026
Overall Rating
4 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
3.8/5
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Overview of the Role
4.4/5
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Experience & Company Culture
3/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at NatWest Group?
It has a great environment and a lot of opportunity to learn.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Responsibilities change per placement. I really enjoy the level of work ownership offered and how they allow you to grow in the role.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
3/5
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
3/5
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
4/5
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
5/5
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
4/5
How is your work-life balance?
4/5
At times feel that I am underworked.
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
5/5
How would you rate NatWest Group initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
How would you rate NatWest Group CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
4/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend NatWest Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a brilliant environment and people are really willing to nurture your career.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
3/5
I thought it would be busier than it is.
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to NatWest Group?
Try to reach out to people who are currently on a grad scheme to understand what to expect.
