Core operational area

Programme overview

Location: Southampton

Start date: April 2026 or September 2026 (two intakes)

Applications for this programme open on 20 January 2026.

The Core operational area keeps the business running smoothly every day. They turn the Chief Executive Officer’s big ideas into practical plans, making sure everything works efficiently and resources are used wisely to reach company goals. This team looks after areas like Operations, Technology, Change and Data, focusing on doing things better and leading people to deliver our strategy successfully.

Our two-year rotational programme gives you the flexibility to choose a path that suits your qualifications and career ambitions. You can select from two options:

Pathway 1 – Operations: A broader route into the world of business operations, perfect if you want to understand how everything works behind the scenes.
Pathway 2 – Technology: A tech-focused journey into IT and AI, ideal if you’re passionate about digital innovation and data-driven solutions.

Whichever pathway you choose, you’ll gain hands-on experience across key areas and build a strong foundation for your future career.

Where you’ll gain experience

Three reasons to join us:

What are we looking for?

Bold and dynamic: are you comfortable taking risks and leading innovation?
Curiosity and innovation: do you want to seek knowledge and new ideas, and are you willing to experiment and learn?
Challenging and ambitious: will you question the status quo and set stretching goals?
Growth mindset: are you interested in driving your own personal and professional development?

Collaborative and inclusive: We’ll need you to work well with others, be willing to share your knowledge, and listen to diverse perspectives.
Integrity and honesty: You’ll need to build trust through being open, honest and true in your communication and actions.
Personal accountability: You’ll be expected to take responsibility for issues and solutions, following through on commitments.
Insightful and service-focused: We’ll need you to understand and exceed client and colleague needs.

What does the recruitment process involve?

For our one-year and two-year programmes, we’ve designed our recruitment process to help us get to know you and give you the chance to shine.

Apply with your CV
Show us your skills, experience, and what makes you unique. This is your first step towards an exciting future with Quilter.
Motivation questionnaire
Here’s your chance to tell us why you’re interested in the role and what inspires you. We want to understand what drives you and how you see your career developing.
Live video Interview
You’ll meet our friendly Talent Acquisition team for a virtual chat. You can share your story and learn more about us.
Assessment centre
Join us at our Southampton office for an interactive experience. You’ll take part in group exercises, presentations, and meet some of the people you could be working with.

Top tip:
We’re looking for enthusiasm, curiosity, and a willingness to learn, not just good grades on paper. Be yourself and let your personality shine through!

Key dates to be aware of:

Recruitment timeline for April intake

Interview Process
5 February – 12 February	Email questionnaire will be issued.
16 February – 24 February	Interviews will be held via Teams.
w/c 2 March	Assessment centre (Southampton).
w/c 9 March	Final decision will be made.

Onboarding Process After Offer
30 March	Pre-induction day call (virtual call)
6 April	Start date

Recruitment timeline for September intake

Interview Process
2 February – 6 February	Email questionnaire will be issued.
23 February – 13 March	Interviews will be held via Teams.
7 April – 13 April	Assessment centre (London or Southampton).
4 May onwards	Final decision will be made.

Onboarding Process After Offer
2 July	Introduction to Early Careers Team (virtual call).
30 July	‘Meet your Manager’ networking lunch (In-person).
2 September	Pre-induction day call (virtual call).

Tips to help you succeed

We asked some of our 2025 early careers intake to share their advice on how to ensure your application is successful. Take a look at the video.

Want to be inspired to be your best?

Our inclusive and collaborative culture will encourage you to be curious, embrace learning and take personal ownership for your work – setting you up for success at Quilter.
You’ll see each of our values in action: embrace challenge, do the right thing, always curious and stronger together.
You’ll thrive in our friendly and open environment, where helping each other is second nature.
You’ll be encouraged to grow and develop your skills to make the most of your career with us.
Help drive our culture by joining our Culture Champions working group

Find out more about working at Quilter by visiting our Careers site.

Why we do what we do

We are united behind our purpose of creating brighter financial futures for every generation.

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What’s important to us

Our culture is underpinned by our four core values. Hear our Quilter colleagues explain how they continually drive us in the way we behave.

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If you want to know more about what makes Quilter such a great place to work, and the awards and recognitions we’ve received, head over to our careers page.

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Programme overview

Where you’ll gain experience

Three reasons to join us:

What are we looking for?

Your drive and determination

Your working style

Essential skills

Academic qualifications

What does the recruitment process involve?

Here’s what you can expect from our recruitment process

Key dates to be aware of:

Tips to help you succeed

Want to be inspired to be your best?

Working at Quilter

Why we do what we do

What’s important to us

Programme overview

Where you’ll gain experience

Pathway 1: Operations

Pathway 2: Technology

Three reasons to join us:

You’ll have real responsibility from day one

You’ll receive comprehensive training and mentoring

You’ll have opportunities to shape the future of investment and operations

What are we looking for?

Your drive and determination

Your working style

Essential skills

Academic qualifications

What does the recruitment process involve?

Here’s what you can expect from our recruitment process

Tips to help you succeed

Want to be inspired to be your best?

Working at Quilter

Why we do what we do

What’s important to us

All our early careers opportunities

Hints and tips

Why Quilter?