Graduate Sustainable Investment Associate
About the Role
Salary: £37,000 per annum + Annual Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits
Launch Your Career Where Finance Meets Purpose
The investment industry is changing, and so are we.
We're looking for bright, ambitious graduates who want more than just their first job. This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking investment business where you'll help identify companies creating positive environmental and social impact while delivering long-term value for investors.
As a Graduate Sustainable Investment Associate, you'll become part of a collaborative team working on real investment opportunities from the beginning of your career. You'll gain practical experience, receive continuous mentoring and develop a strong understanding of responsible investing, financial markets and company analysis.
Whether you're analysing emerging industries, researching global market trends or supporting investment decisions, you'll play an important role in helping shape future investment strategies.
What You'll Be Doing
No two days are the same. During your graduate programme you'll gain exposure to a wide variety of responsibilities, including:
- Researching companies across global financial markets
- Assessing environmental, social and governance performance
- Supporting investment recommendations through market research
- Monitoring portfolio performance and investment trends
- Producing reports for senior investment professionals
- Reviewing corporate sustainability initiatives
- Identifying investment risks and future growth opportunities
- Analysing industry developments and economic news
- Collaborating with experienced investment managers on live projects
Why Join Us?
This programme has been designed to give graduates genuine responsibility from day one.
Rather than spending months shadowing others, you'll work alongside experienced professionals who are committed to helping you develop both commercially and professionally. Your ideas will be encouraged, your development will be supported and your achievements will be recognised.
If you're motivated by challenge, enjoy solving problems and want to build a long-term career within investments, you'll thrive in this environment.
Salary & Rewards
£37,000 starting salary
Annual discretionary performance bonus
Investment success incentive scheme
Salary reviews based on performance
Employee recognition awards
Profit-sharing opportunities
Benefits
Hybrid working available following probation
Private medical insurance
Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
Health and wellbeing allowance
Premium gym membership contribution
Season ticket loan
Enhanced pension contribution
Employee discounts and lifestyle benefits
Modern Central London offices
Regular company social events
Complimentary refreshments and healthy snacks
Career Development
You'll benefit from a structured graduate development programme designed to accelerate your career.
This includes:
One-to-one mentoring
Personal development workshops
Exposure to multiple investment functions
Leadership coaching
Opportunities to attend investment and sustainability conferences
Internal promotion opportunities across investment teams
What We're Looking For
We're interested in graduates who enjoy analysing information, solving problems and learning about financial markets.
Applicants should hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant subject, including:
Finance
Economics
Accounting
Business Management
Mathematics
Data Analytics
Environmental Science
Sustainability
Politics
Geography
Engineering
Or another related discipline
You'll also bring:
Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
Commercial awareness and curiosity
A proactive and enthusiastic attitude
Confidence working with data and research
The ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Your Future
This graduate programme is designed to provide a clear route into long-term investment careers. Successful graduates may progress into positions including Investment Analyst, Portfolio Associate, ESG Research Analyst, Responsible Investment Consultant or Investment Manager.
If you're ready to begin your career with an organisation investing in both your future and the future of global markets, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in sustainable investment.