Schroders is a global investment manager which provides active asset management, wealth management and investment solutions. We aim to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We serve a diverse client base that includes pension schemes, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations, high net worth individuals, family offices, as well as end clients through partnerships with distributors, financial advisers, and online platforms.
Established in 1804, we have around 5,500 people across 36 global locations. Schroders' success can be attributed to its diversified business model, spanning different asset classes, client types and geographies.
Our 12-month Placement Programme begins on Monday 14 June 2027 and offers a unique opportunity to bridge your academic learning with real-world financial experience. As a Placement Year student at Schroders, you will play an active role in the team, contributing to live projects and supporting strategic objectives through research and insightful analysis.
Shadow experienced professionals and learn directly from leaders in the field
Have opportunities to network with colleagues and other interns and placement year students, helping you build connections for your future career
This placement year programme provides practical experience, professional development, and a strong foundation for a successful career in asset and wealth management. We believe that a talented, creative and diverse team is key to our long-term success, so if you're intellectually curious, eager to learn and ready to make a meaningful impact, this 12-month programme will give you the skills, experience and exposure to help launch your career in the asset and wealth management industry.
We are seeking individuals who are highly motivated, demonstrate a strong ethical compass and are committed to delivering assurance that supports and strengthens Schroders’ ability to create, protect and sustain value. The ideal candidate will combine curiosity and critical thinking with a proactive and positive attitude and possess the organisational skills necessary to contribute effectively within a global internal audit function.
Required skills and capabilities
Proficient in Excel (including basic formulae), Word and PowerPoint; experience with data analytics (Tableau, Power BI) or coding (SQL, Python) is beneficial
The team
The purpose of Group Internal Audit (GIA) is to strengthen Schroders’ ability to create, protect, and sustain value by providing the Board and management with independent, risk-based, and objective assurance, advice, and insights. To achieve this, GIA provides challenge and assurance over the Group’s control environment, risk management and governance arrangements implemented by management. Accordingly, GIA comprises the ‘third line of defence’ and works closely with Business teams and Risk & Compliance functions – the ‘first’ and ‘second’ lines of defence, respectively.
GIA operates globally from headquarters in London, with permanent teams in Luxembourg and Singapore. The department consists of approximately 25 professionals from diverse backgrounds in practice, industry, and specialisms, organised into sub-teams covering Asset Management (public and private markets), Wealth Management, and Operations & Technology. The team is led by the Head of Group Internal Audit, reporting primarily to the Chair of the Board Audit and Risk Committee and secondarily to the Group Chief Executive.
Knowledge, experience and qualifications we’re looking for
