Graduate Programme – Investment Operations & Fund Services

Role overview

A global financial services firm is hiring graduates for a structured programme focused on investment operations and fund services. The role offers hands-on exposure to fund administration, investment risk, fund accounting, regulatory reporting, financial markets and client servicing. It is designed for candidates who want to build a long-term career in investment management while learning from experienced professionals.

From the outset, you will contribute to meaningful work, receive formal training and mentorship, and be supported as you work toward professional qualifications. The opportunity is well suited to analytical, commercially aware graduates who are keen to develop technical skills in a fast-moving international environment.

Responsibilities

• Help with the daily servicing and administration of a varied range of investment funds.
• Review financial and operational information to spot patterns, investigate anomalies and aid decision-making.
• Support fund accounting tasks, reconciliations, investment operations and reporting work.
• Track investment portfolios and assist with risk monitoring, compliance checks and governance activity.
• Draft reports for internal teams, clients and regulatory stakeholders.
• Partner with colleagues in Operations, Finance, Risk, Compliance and Client Services.
• Take part in process improvement work and look for ways technology and automation can increase efficiency.
• Gain a solid understanding of financial markets, investment products and the regulatory landscape.
• Develop strong working relationships with colleagues, clients and external partners while maintaining high service standards.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree, or expected degree, in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Mathematics, Data Analytics or a similar numerate subject.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability, with careful attention to detail.
• Commercial awareness and a real interest in investment management and financial markets.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, along with strong interpersonal ability.
• Well-developed organisation skills and the ability to balance competing priorities.
• Comfort using Microsoft Excel; experience with data analysis tools or financial systems is useful but not mandatory.
• A self-starting mindset, willingness to learn and confidence in taking responsibility for your work.
• Prior internship, placement or work experience is helpful but not essential.

Perks and benefits

• Competitive graduate pay with yearly performance reviews.
• Full sponsorship and study assistance for a recognised professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CFA, FRM or another relevant accreditation.
• A structured graduate development path with formal learning and mentoring.
• Clear routes for progression, including chances to specialise or work across several business areas.
• Exposure to international markets, investment products and global clients.
• A collaborative and inclusive workplace that supports innovation, ongoing learning and career development.
• Hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package that includes wellbeing initiatives and generous annual leave.
• The chance to build a career in a high-performing organisation focused on developing future leaders in financial services.

Additional information

There are no details provided for application deadlines, start date, programme duration or number of openings.

About the employer

The hiring organisation is an international financial services business that works with investment managers and institutional clients to provide specialist fund services and investment solutions.