Associate

About the role

The two-year Syndicate and Portfolio Management Graduate Programme offers exposure to financing structure, distribution, credit, risk and portfolio management. Graduates support client financing and business growth across global markets, gaining practical experience, mentoring and development before starting in July 2027 in London.

Programme responsibilities

• Support the structuring, pricing, risk management and distribution of loans and bonds.
• Analyse credit portfolios, financial resources, risk and returns to support sustainable growth.
• Provide data-driven insights on clients, portfolios, performance and opportunities to improve returns.
• Work with colleagues and clients across markets, products and business functions.

Potential team placements

• Credit Portfolio Analytics manages capital, funding, financial resources, credit portfolios, risk and returns.
• Credit Portfolio Management provides analysis and insights for portfolio decisions and performance improvement.
• Syndicate and Financing Risk supports client financing while managing risk and returns effectively.

Development and training

• Two-year programme combining hands-on work, structured development, mentoring and practical experience.
• Build technical, commercial and professional capabilities for a long-term career.
• Develop understanding of clients, markets, financing, credit, risk and the wider business.

Requirements

• Open to students from all degree disciplines and backgrounds.
• Be in the final year of study and graduate by July 2027.
• Have permanent legal right to work in the country of application.
• Demonstrate initiative, critical thinking, problem-solving ability, curiosity and willingness to learn.
• Build effective relationships, collaborate well and perform under pressure.
• Show commercial curiosity and interest in clients, markets and global trends.

Timeline and benefits

• Assessment centres begin from October 2026 onwards.
• Programme start date is July 2027.
• Competitive salary and benefits support financial, physical, mental and social wellbeing.
• Flexible working, learning opportunities and retirement, medical and life insurance benefits are offered.