Schroders Armed Forces Programme

SCHRODERS ARMED FORCES PROGRAMME

Our Armed Forces programme is designed to allow talented service leavers to gain the commercial experience to complement their existing skills, enabling them to build a long-term career within the Schroders group.

Individuals are selected to join one of several business areas, dependent on their experience and the requirements of the business. All members of the programme will be given training and development opportunities in addition to interesting and varied work on a day-to-day basis.

Roles and Opportunities:

The programme is a 6-month paid internship that runs from around June to December each year.  The roles change each year, but you could work in one of a variety of areas including Wealth Management and Solutions.

Currently all roles are in the UK at our London offices in Moorgate.

About Schroders Group

Schroders is a leading provider of active asset management, advisory and wealth management services and is widely recognised as a leader in sustainability. Few investment managers can match the combination of capabilities and global reach that Schroders offers. This breadth of services across public and private markets allows for distinctive solutions for the diverse needs of clients, who look to Schroders to provide superior long-term investment outcomes.

Who we are looking for:

To be eligible for this programme you must have completed a minimum of 1-year regular service in the Armed Forces. We recognise and value the typical qualities of former service personnel; we are looking for bright individuals with an evidenced background of high achievement within the Armed Forces.  Individuals are expected to be degree level educated, demonstrate leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills, as well as an interest in asset management.

We are looking for interns in the following areas:

Wealth Management

Cazenove Capital Management (‘Cazenove Capital') is the UK Wealth Management business of the Schroder Group in the UK. Cazenove Capital offers specialist financial solutions to high-net-worth individuals, family offices, charities and their advisers, utilising both Schroders and Cazenove Capital's investment expertise and external providers and resources. We are one of the best providers of portfolio management, banking and investment advisory services for private clients and charities. Founded on the long-term relationships forged over many years, we've established ourselves as a leader in the private wealth management sector. We focus on growing and preserving wealth, using the knowledge of our economics and investment strategy teams, and using both proprietary Schroders investment products and external funds in structuring our clients' portfolios. This enables us to provide a highly personal wealth management service to wealthy individuals, families and their advisers.

We provide a full range of products including deposit-taking, cash management, custody and execution services, discretionary asset management, financial planning, private assets, family office services and specialised lending.

Solutions

Schroders Solutions was formed following the merger of two businesses; Schroders Portfolio Solutions and the River and Mercantile Solutions business, acquired in early 2022. We manage over £200 billion in assets for a variety of clients, primarily in the UK. You will be part of our Global Client Solutions team, which is responsible for creating and delivering customised investment strategies. We engage with a diverse range of clients, including Defined Benefit Pensions, Defined Contribution Pensions, Insurance companies, and other institutional clients, using our extensive knowledge to foster strong relationships. Our team comprises individuals from different backgrounds, including pensions, investment, and asset management, giving you the opportunity to learn from various experiences.

Essential skills and qualifications

At least one year of active UK military service;
A keen interest in asset management industry;
 Professional, organised, detail oriented and motivated;
Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills;
Excellent stakeholder engagement and management skills;
Must be self-driven and deliver results based on agreed targets;
High level of numeracy; and
Intermediate level in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

What we offer

You will have the opportunity to start a new career within a supportive, dynamic environment.  These roles have the potential to transfer into permanent jobs for individuals who show high potential and excel over the course of the internship.

Individuals will have mentorship from their line manager, but also a wide network of fellow former Armed Forces members to help integrate into the business and make your transition as successful as possible.

The next programme is due to commence in June 2025. Applications are now open.

Key Dates

Applications close: 18th April 2025
Interviews: Week of 5th May 2025
Internship start date: June 2025 (flexible)
Internship end date: December 2025 (flexible)

How to apply

Please visit our website to apply https://schroders.referrals.selectminds.com/careers

1.Search for Ex-Military Internship in the ‘keyword' section;
2. Click on the 'apply now' button to start your application;
3. Register your personal details;
4. Attach your CV (no need for a covering letter);
5. Please confirm area of interest in the pre-screening questions;
6. Once your CV is reviewed, you'll be asked to complete online assessments and a video interview; and
7. If you're successful you will be invited for an in-person interview.

We recognise potential, whoever you are.

Our purpose is to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. Diversity of thought, facilitated by an inclusive culture, will allow us to make better decisions and better achieve our purpose. This is why inclusion and diversity are a strategic priority for us and why we are an equal opportunities employer. You are welcome here, regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, or any other protected characteristic.