We’re looking for proactive, curious and motivated graduates who are excited by the opportunity to understand how Finance supports a global investment management business. You’ll enjoy working with numbers, asking thoughtful questions, building relationships across teams and communicating your ideas clearly. We value people who take ownership, are willing to get stuck in and challenge the status quo and bring enthusiasm and energy to new challenges.

Our Finance Graduate programme is the perfect start for a graduate looking to become a qualified accountant and build their long-term career in Finance.

Required skills and capabilities:

• Strong analytical skills and confidence working with numerical information

• Broader business awareness and a basic understanding of how the asset management industry operates

• Curiosity about how businesses operate and how Finance supports decision-making

• Clear verbal and written communication skills

• Proactive approach, with a willingness to take ownership and follow through

• Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with different teams

• Good attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work

• Comfortable using Excel, PowerPoint and Word, with willingness to develop technical and AI skills further

• Interested in developing a long-term career in Finance and completing either the ACCA or CIMA qualification
  

The team:

Our Finance function is central to delivering the firm’s strategic objectives and driving sustainable, profitable growth. The team provides vital financial insights, supports well-informed decision-making, and ensures strong financial and regulatory control.

The Finance department’s core focus areas are:

• Supporting sound commercial decisions through insightful analysis and business partnering

• Enabling effective business operations with efficient finance processes

• Safeguarding the organisation with robust financial and regulatory controls

• Our activities span three key pillars: Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Operations, and Control, delivered through finance hubs in the UK, Luxembourg, and Singapore, as well as local teams in other regions.
  

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.

• Maths A-level or equivalent is preferable (a STEM degree if you do not hold a Maths A-level or equivalent) but not essential

• A good working knowledge of document production software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

If you are commercially aware, analytical, and ready to thrive in a dynamic environment, we look forward to hearing from you.

Benefits of joining us :

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
  Finance Graduates are expected to take study for either the ACCA or CIMA qualification after the IMC, with the expectation that exams are completed within three years. Support will be provided through study leave and a key point of contact for the three years.

• 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

• Buddy system:
  Be paired with a dedicated buddy to support your transition into both the programme and the wider business

• 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

• On-site facilities:
  Enjoy the convenience of an on-site staff restaurant and complimentary use of our on-site gym

By joining us, you will be part of an inclusive environment where your learning, wellbeing, and professional growth are a priority.

• Online application form

• Stage 1 Cognitive Online Assessment

• Stage 2 Behavioural and Motivational Assessment

• Stage 3 Work Simulation and Video Interview

• Assessment centre