Job Description

Job title:

Graduate

Department:

Wealth Management - Cazenove

Salary:

50,000

Start date:

17 th September

Location:

City of London, London

Programme overview:

At Schroders, our two-year rotational Graduate Programme provides a unique opportunity to gain broad experience across our award-winning teams. Based in our Cazenove offices, which are in London, Oxford, Bristol, Birmingham, Chester, Manchester, Leeds, and Edinburgh, this structured programme is designed to develop your skills, expand your industry knowledge, and prepare you for a successful career in Wealth Mangement.

Who we're looking for:

We are looking for graduates who are passionate about Wealth Management, resilient in a dynamic environment, and eager to build lasting relationships with clients from all walks of life. You will excel if you are analytical, proactive, and truly client-focused, with the curiosity to keep learning and the confidence to communicate with integrity and empathy. You should be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, be interested in world events and markets, and have a strong desire to solve problems, innovate, and help clients reach their financial goals.

Required skills and capabilities:

Numerical ability:

Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to analyse complex data using critical thinking, identify errors and draw meaningful insights.

General commercial awareness:

Broad awareness of world events, enabling you to connect with people from diverse backgrounds and articulate your reasoning.

Growth mindset & curiosity:

Proactive, eager to learn and adapt, with a positive mindset and commitment to self-development and learning.

Communication skills:

Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to adapt your style for different audiences and comfortable speaking to clients in person or over the phone.

Innovation & problem-solving:

Analytical thinker who can understand client issues, adapt quickly, and use available tools and knowledge to develop practical and effective solutions.

Collaboration & relationship building:

Empathetic and a strong listener, able to work well within teams, build rapport easily, and foster teamwork and trust. If you want to begin your career in Wealth Management by working with experts, helping clients, and developing broad professional skills, we would love to hear from you.

The team:

Cazenove Capital is the dedicated Wealth Management business of the Schroder Group in the UK, renowned for providing specialist financial solutions to high-net-worth individuals, family offices, charities, and their advisers. Leveraging the investment expertise of both Cazenove Capital and Schroders, as well as carefully selected external providers, we deliver leading portfolio management, banking, and investment advisory services. Our longstanding client relationships and commitment to the highest standards of professionalism and integrity have established us as a leader in private wealth management.


As a graduate, you will gain hands-on experience through a rotational programme across core areas of our Wealth business while based in one of our

Private Client and Wealth Planning teams.

You will collaborate with experienced professionals, work closely with clients, and develop a strong understanding of investments, financial planning, and client relationship management.

Knowledge, experience and qualifications we're looking for:

An honours degree or equivalent - we're not fussed when it comes to your degree subject or predicted grade, however a STEM or finance related degree would be beneficial You will be in your final year of study or already graduated A good working knowledge of document production software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint The ability to understand our target audiences

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 Opportunity to complete industry led Charter Wealth Manager Qualification (CISI) - Level 7

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 "Lunch and Learns" and "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.

Recruitment process:

Online application form and CV Online assessments Online video interview Assessment centre

Candidates should be available to start the graduate programme on 17th September 2026.

We're looking for the best, whoever they are:

Diversity is at the heart of our culture. We strive to ensure inclusion at every level, to ensure that our actions match our words, and that our culture of belonging defines how we do business. We are an equal opportunities employer. You're welcome here whatever your socio-economic background, race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious belief, age or disability.

Investment20/20

You will join as part of the

Investment20/20 programme

and will have opportunities to meet and network with trainees across the industry, as well as participate in technical training, insight events and socials.