About us

FirstBank UK is a wholly owned subsidiary of First Bank of Nigeria Limited (est. 1894). Authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), it operates from London with representative offices in Lagos and Paris, providing domestic and international banking and financial services.

Our Vision

Stability, Profitability, Growth – to be the leading UK bank for African trade and investment, delivering responsible growth and excellent service.

Our Values

We put customers first and are guided by integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect and ethical behaviour. We work together, champion inclusion, take ownership, think ambitiously, and show care for our customers, colleagues and communities.

Our Leadership

Our diverse and internationally experienced leadership team are recognised experts in African trade. All employees are encouraged to lead in their areas of expertise and help shape the future of FirstBank UK.

Our Behaviours

✔︎ Being Inclusive
We create a safe environment where people can be themselves and feel valued.

✔︎ Thinking Big & Making It Happen
We’re ambitious and innovative, we want to get things done.

✔︎ Working Together
We know that working together we’ll achieve more than we can alone.

✔︎ Taking Ownership
We have high standards and hold ourselves to account.

✔︎ Showing We Care
We find the right balance for our customers, ourselves and our stakeholders.

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Financial Markets
London, ENG
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FirstBank UK Summer Internship Programme - Financial Markets


FirstBank UK is a specialist international bank - the oldest African bank in the UK - where heritage meets innovation. We provide world class international banking and trading services, facilitating trade between Africa and Europe from our offices in London and Lagos. We’re proud to serve communities with trusted financial solutions, rooted in integrity, excellence and a deep commitment to global prosperity. 


The FirstBank UK Summer Internship Programme 


The Summer Internship Programme offers the chance to gain unparalleled insight into the inner workings of an international bank. You’ll work closely with everyone from your fellow interns to C-Suite executives, developing your skills quickly through structured training opportunities and meaningful, hands-on experience. 


This fast-paced, 10-week internship is in our London offices and gives you real ownership of your work, enabling you to make a real impact from day one. 


By the end of the programme, you will have developed strong skills in your chosen role, and essential professional skills, including commercial awareness, personal accountability, and workplace confidence - skills that are essential for a future career at FirstBank UK  and in the financial services sector. 


Successful interns may be able to return as full-time team members of our team upon completion of their studies, subject to performance and business need. 


The Financial Markets Internship


FirstBank UK’s Global Markets activity spans across bonds, repo and FX. The trading team is a market-maker in African Eurobonds and is an active repo market participant. The team provides liquidity in Nigerian Naira (NGN), Ghanaian Cedi (GHS) and West African Franc (XOF) currencies and FX hedging solutions for West African markets.


Primary Responsibilities: 


  • Assist the Markets Relationship Manager and Financial Markets Analyst in client onboarding.
  • Carry out research focused on prospecting of regulated institutional investors in African bond markets, most notably Cote D’Ivoire, South Africa, Morocco & Ghana.
  • Carry out research focused on prospecting of African FX trading counterparties, particularly fintechs.
  • You must act as a Company Ambassador, to deliver good outcomes to retail customers


What we look for:


  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance or a related field
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
  • A strong team player who is proactive, responsive, and who can thrive in a collaborative environment.
  • Strong analytical ability, with the capacity to interpret data and identify trends
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel


Application requirements


  • This programme is for undergraduate students who are in their penultimate year, with an expected graduation in Summer 2027.
  • You must be available for the full duration of the programme: Monday 22nd June until Friday 28th August 2026.


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