Home Amazing Careers How to apply Current Page

How to apply

Once you've done your research, you should hopefully have a good idea of what life at first direct is all about. Have we ticked all the right boxes for you?

If the answer to that is a resounding ‘yes’, then what are you waiting for? We’ve made the recruitment process as straightforward as our banking. If you are ready to apply, see the link below. If you would like to find out a bit more about us and the recruitment journey, take a look around the website. We look forward to seeing your application.

By click apply now, you will first direct website and apply via HSBC job site. You will be directed straight to the first direct job application.

Our recruitment process
Interview hints and tips

Working for us

With a trophy cabinet fit to burst with prestigious awards and accolades from the likes of Which?, Moneywise and Cool Brands to name but a few. It's no secret that we'vre loved by our customers and industry experts alike.

Learn what it's like to work here

About us

Since we began back in 1989, we have always been at the forefront of delivering amazing customer service alongside innovative ideas. It's what comes naturally to us.

Not only were we the UK's first telephone bank, but the first to offer an around the clock service to suit the needs of our customers, 365 days per year. In short, we’re the black and white bank with the big personality.

Read more about first direct

The roles

We've around 3,000 people working for us at first direct and every single one of them brings their own unique personality. Find out more about the roles we have available.

View available roles

Need Help?

Read all of our FAQs

first direct newsroom

The Social Media Newsroom is our designated press area for journalists, pulling together all our news, PR stories, photos and videos into one central hub. It's easily searchable and packed with information about first direct, making it the go-to resource area for breaking news and in-depth detail about first direct stories.

Visit the first direct newsroom