Applications for this year’s programme have now closed. It will reopen next year.
Programme overview
Location: London
Start date: September 2026
Our two-year rotational programme gives you the chance to work across core operational and investment teams, giving you a comprehensive understanding of our function and the complete lifecycle of our products and solutions.
You’ll gain practical experience and insight into how we deliver solutions that help customers achieve their financial goals. You’ll learn from industry experts, develop technical and business skills, and work on projects that make a real impact. We’ll tailor your journey to your interests and strengths, ensuring you make the most of every opportunity.
During the programme, you’ll work towards your CFA Investment Management Certificate (or other appropriate qualification).
Where you’ll gain experience
- Operations – Keep everything running smoothly by supporting trade processing, valuations, and governance activities.
- Implementation – Help bring our solutions to life and support the team during key delivery periods.
- Research Hub – Work with experts to identify the best fund managers and funds for our customers.
- Investment Risk – Learn how we keep investments safe and compliant by monitoring market risks and reporting on key factors such as liquidity and stress testing.
- Portfolio Management – Support our portfolio managers with asset allocation, fund selection, and portfolio construction.
- Business Management – Gain insight into regulatory and governance reporting processes that are essential to our success.
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?
What does the recruitment process involve?
Tips to help you succeed
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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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