Danske Bank

Our purpose is to help customers, colleagues and society thrive.
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Danske Bank, the trading name of Northern Bank Limited, has been supporting people, businesses and communities in Northern Ireland since 1824. Today it is a leading bank in Northern Ireland and a growing bank in Great Britain.

Headquartered in Belfast, the Bank serves around half a million personal and business customers through its network of 24 branches, business centres and an award-winning local contact centre.

Danske Bank’s culture is rooted in its purpose - to help colleagues, customers and society thrive. The organisation is committed to creating a vibrant and inclusive workplace where everyone can grow personally and professionally, supported by an extensive range of policies to support colleagues through different life stages and individual circumstances.

Learning and development is a key priority. Colleagues have access to a wide range of learning opportunities, including professional, leadership and digital skills programmes. Future talent is nurtured through inspiring squiggly careers, coaching and mentoring, and the Danske Futures higher-level apprenticeship programme delivered in partnership with Ulster University.

Colleague voices play an important role in shaping the organisation. Through its ‘Making Your Mark’ engagement champions, wellbeing champions and affinity networks, colleagues are encouraged to contribute ideas, build connections and make their mark.

Making a positive difference in local communities is also central to life at Danske Bank. Colleagues actively support volunteering, financial education and charity initiatives, reflecting the bank’s commitment to helping communities across Northern Ireland thrive.

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Featured Workplace Factors

Wellbeing

93% of staff agreed

Help is available to support my mental wellbeing

This year, Danske Bank’s wellbeing theme is mental health delivered through the ‘Your Self Care’ programme. With extensive colleague support, it includes the launch of mental health toolkits; a new people leader workshop, mental health leading from the front; partnering with Benenden with webinars, location visits to share information on resources and offer one-to-one support.
Personal Growth

87% of staff agreed

The experience I gain from this job is valuable for my future

Danske Bank’s Learning at Work Week was open to all colleagues and consisted of 14 top-quality sessions and inspirational speakers. With a mixture of external and internal speakers, Danske Bank colleagues focused on the central theme ‘Winning in the Marketplace’ and explored skills such as AI, Relationship Management, customer insights and focused on external perspectives.
Giving Something Back

98% of staff agreed

My organisation encourages charitable activities

Danske Bank is committed to making a positive social impact in Northern Ireland. Through community engagement it supports the next generation with a focus on financial education and employability skills, with programmes including Money Smart Financial Education. It also has a dedicated charity partner, Include Youth, and has raised over £100,000 through colleague fundraising.
Wellbeing
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93% of staff agreed

Help is available to support my mental wellbeing

This year, Danske Bank’s wellbeing theme is mental health delivered through the ‘Your Self Care’ programme. With extensive colleague support, it includes the launch of mental health toolkits; a new people leader workshop, mental health leading from the front; partnering with Benenden with webinars, location visits to share information on resources and offer one-to-one support.
Personal Growth
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87% of staff agreed

The experience I gain from this job is valuable for my future

Danske Bank’s Learning at Work Week was open to all colleagues and consisted of 14 top-quality sessions and inspirational speakers. With a mixture of external and internal speakers, Danske Bank colleagues focused on the central theme ‘Winning in the Marketplace’ and explored skills such as AI, Relationship Management, customer insights and focused on external perspectives.
Wellbeing
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93% of staff agreed

Help is available to support my mental wellbeing

This year, Danske Bank’s wellbeing theme is mental health delivered through the ‘Your Self Care’ programme. With extensive colleague support, it includes the launch of mental health toolkits; a new people leader workshop, mental health leading from the front; partnering with Benenden with webinars, location visits to share information on resources and offer one-to-one support.

Quick Facts

Organisation established in
Founded in 1809. Limited status 1883.
Total number of UK employees
Number of UK locations
41
Employee average age
40% : 60%
Male : Female employee ratio
44%
Employees earning £35k+
7%
Employee turnover (voluntary)

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At Danske Bank our colleagues’ commitment, expertise and passion make a real difference for our customers every day and are central to our success. We're proud of a culture where people feel valued, supported and able to grow, and we remain committed to investing in their wellbeing, development and careers. When our people thrive, our customers, communities and business thrive too.

Julie-Ann Haines, CEO - Danske Bank

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