Grad Life

We understand the transition from college to working life can seem daunting, but we are here to support you. We offer:

A dedicated Line Manager who will support you through your work, give feedback, and ensure you are integrated into your team.

A dedicated Buddy who is a graduate that understands what it is like to be in your shoes.

Additional bespoke support with our Early Careers Team.

Other supports include our Employee Assistance Programme, our Employee Networks and our Mental Health Employee Champions.

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We know that ongoing opportunities for development and growth are important to you. We’re serious about creating an environment where everyone, everyday has the opportunity to learn, grow and make a difference.

On our Graduate Programme, you can expect:

– A tailored induction programme

– Rotations into different teams to gain a broader perspective and experience, and to deepen your technical and behavioural skillset.

– Bespoke Graduate Training & Development Programme

– Focused on-the-job training

– Academic and Professional Training Scheme (APTS) – which supports our graduates in pursuing further qualifications – as well as study and exam leave.

– State-of-the-art in-house training facilities and study spaces

– Access to an up-to-date and modern physical and online library of resources

– Access to online course providers recognised by universities.

 

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There are lots of opportunities to get involved in different clubs at the Central Bank. We have a vibrant Sports & Social Club, which comprises numerous activities such as:

– Athletics

– Angling

– Basketball

– Football 

– Golf

– Tag Rugby

– Surfing

– Photography

– Walking

The club runs fitness classes across all our offices, including:

– Pilates

– Yoga

– Boot Camp

– Circuits

– Trampoline Fitness 

These events include:

– Theatre nights

– Quiz nights

– Cocktail nights

– Wine tasting

– Summer race evenings

– Comedy nights

– Taste of Dublin

– Bloom

– Dublin Horse Show

– Summer BBQ

Our efforts to support and promote the employment of graduates with disabilities has been recognised at the Willing Able Mentoring (WAM) Leader Awards by AHEAD for the past four years. 

The Central Bank has also been recognised with an accreditation from the Business Working Responsibly Mark.

We were awarded Public Sector Organisation of the year at the 2024 National Diversity & Inclusion Awards.

And we retained the IBEC Keep Well Mark, which involved an assessment of our D&I activities.

Find out more about our Awards and Accreditations.