Job title: Placement Year
Department: Corporate & Regulatory Change
Start date: Monday 14 June 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.
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.
Throughout the programme you will:
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.
Required Skills & Capabilities
Analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to solve problems, balance attention to detail with the bigger picture, and apply innovative thinking to new challenges.
Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing circumstances, and deliver high-quality work.
A proactive approach, demonstrating initiative, accountability, and a willingness to take ownership of tasks and outcomes.
Curiosity and a genuine interest in investment management, industry trends, change, and emerging technologies, including AI.
Corporate and Regulatory Change is a team of change delivery professionals at the heart of transformation across Schroders. The team delivers Strategic Transformation across the Corporate functions which support our core investment business - driving functional and commercial improvements and coordinating enterprise-wide regulatory change programmes . The Corporate and Regulatory Change team manage the end-to-end delivery of some of the firm’s most important initiatives which carry significant exposure to all areas of the business and senior stakeholder engagement.
Knowledge, experience and qualifications we’re looking for:
A good working knowledge of document production software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
No prior Change or Investment Management experience is needed. We just need you to bring your drive, passion and enthusiasm to make the most of the opportunity, to start building your career.
During your placement year, you will be assigned to a live project in the role of either Junior Business Analyst or Project Management Support. Depending on your placement, your experience may include:
Junior Business Analyst: Gain exposure to how business analysis bridges business needs and solutions by working alongside analysts and stakeholders. You may help gather and articulate business requirements, assist with documenting processes, and support the preparation of materials used in designing and implementing change.
Project Management Support: Collaborate with project teams and business stakeholders to gain exposure to the delivery of change initiatives. Support the team by assisting with project coordination, communications and documentation, whilst learning about effective project management practices. Help ensure project activities are organized, tracked and take part in regular meetings and governance processes.
You will also own the delivery of an internally focused project, in partnership with your fellow interns and placement year students, to deliver a pre-defined outcome to either help solve a business challenge or create specific sustainable value for the organisation .
When you join our placement year programme at Schroders, you will benefit from a wide range of professional and personal development opportunities, including:
Senior networking opportunities:
Attend “Coffee Hours” led by senior leaders, providing opportunities to connect and grow your professional network
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.
