Job title: Graduate Trainee
Department: People and Culture
Start date: Thursday 16 September 2027
Location: City of London, London
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.
You’ll also be encouraged to bring a future-focused mindset, helping us review how we work, embrace change, and contribute to continuous improvement across the team.
Required skills and capabilities:
Our two-year programme will offer you the chance to gain a breadth of experience across our teams and a range of exciting initiatives. This can include short term placements or rotations across the department, getting exposure with the Generalist team (employee relations), Talent Solutions (talent management, inclusion and diversity), Compensation and Benefits and Talent Acquisition (Recruitment). As part of the Graduate Programme, you will also be given training to help you perform to the best of your abilities and get up to speed on industry knowledge.
The People & Culture (P&C) team is responsible for ensuring that Schroders maximises the return on its investment in people. We do this through the development and implementation of policies and practices that attract, reward and retain high-quality employees. As a member of People & Culture, you’ll be joining a group of experienced, dedicated and supportive professionals who continuously deliver work to a very high standard and provide exceptional service to their stakeholders. At Schroders, our success lies with our diverse range of people. Our global colleagues are from a variety of different backgrounds, cultures and beliefs. It’s our P&C team who help enable each one of them to be outstanding.
Some day to day tasks may include:
Supporting a variety of People & Culture projects across areas such as Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Reward, Employee Relations and People Operations
Knowledge, experience and qualifications we’re looking for:
You should be due to graduate in 2027, or have recently graduated, and be on track to achieve, or have already achieved, an honours degree (or equivalent). We welcome applications from all degree subjects.
A good working knowledge of document production software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
When you join our graduate programme at Schroders, you will benefit from a wide range of professional and personal development opportunities, including:
Professional qualifications:
Achieve the Investment Management Certificate (IMC) in your first few weeks - the UK’s benchmark entry qualification for investment professionals
Work towards an industry and role relevant qualification
Comprehensive training:
Access immersive training sessions covering industry knowledge, technical skills, and essential soft skills to help you adapt, thrive, and make an impact from day one
Senior networking opportunities:
Attend exclusive “Coffee Hours” hosted by senior leaders, allowing you to build your network within the industry
Wellbeing support:
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24-hour confidential counselling and resources on a range of topics, including mental health
Use of a private GP service
By joining us, you will be part of an inclusive environment where your learning, wellbeing, and professional growth are a priority.
Candidates should be available to start the graduate programme on Thursday 16 September 2027.
We Recognise Potential, Whoever You Are
Our purpose is to deliver excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We believe diverse perspectives and an inclusive culture help us make better decisions and achieve better outcomes for our clients. That's why inclusion is a strategic priority for us, and we are an equal opportunities employer. You are welcome here, regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, or any other protected characteristic.
We will consider flexible working arrangements for all roles and provide reasonable accommodations to support applicants and employees, including those with neurodiversity, disability, or physical and mental health needs. For more information, please visit our FAQs.
