Apply today to attend Schroders' Future Black Talent Insight Day on Monday 16th September 2024. This event is being hosted at Schroders' London office and offers bright students like you the opportunity to learn how to master the application process from their early careers teams directly. Plus, they're offering to fast-track attendees to their assessment centre.
If you're looking to expand your network, upskill with a leading employer and get a valuable look into the day-to-day of the Schroders team, this is the perfect event for you.
About Schroders
Schroders is a leading global asset manager based in the City of London, with broad expertise across public and private markets, making decisions on behalf of savers and investors around the world every day. Their work spans five key areas: Private Assets & Alternatives, Schroders Solutions, Mutual Funds, Institutional and Wealth Management.
At Schroders, they look to grow and deliver long-term value for all stakeholders through three strategic priorities that include building closer relationships with end clients, growing asset management and expanding private assets and alternatives. As part of the team, you'd be joining a culture that champions diversity, invests in development and prioritises health and wellbeing.
Why attend?
- Learn all about the Investment Management industry
- Take part in speed interviews to help you master your interview technique
- Ask questions and hear from leaders and recent grads at the firm about their roles, experience working at Schroders and their careers to date
- Learn what Schroders are looking for in their interns for increased success during applications
- Have the opportunity to be fast-tracked to one of their assessment centres for an internship, which is a feeder for their grad programme
Who is this event for?
- Undergraduate members in their penultimate year who identify as Black Heritage and are graduating in 2026
- Attending a UK university
- All degrees welcome but with an interest in a career in finance
How to apply
This event is taking place at Schroders' offices in London - 1 London Wall Place, EC2Y 5AU. As the event is being run in person, Schroders will be offering travel cost reimbursements for attendees travelling on public transport from outside of London up to the sum of £50.
To attend the event on 23rd August, click the "Apply Now" button at the top of the page. Spaces are limited so we recommend applying sooner rather than later so you don't miss out.
You'll have the option of choosing three business areas to apply for. Click here to read more about the various business areas.
Agenda
10:30 - 10:50: Arrival and sign in
10:50 - 11:00: Introduction and overview of the day
11:00 - 11:30: Graduate networking
11:30 - 11:50: Skills session: Interview tips
11:50 - 12:15: Session on intern/grad programmes and what Schroders look for
12:15 - 13:00: Lunch
13:10 - 14:45: Speed interviews with business reps
14:45 - 16:00: Event wrap up, next steps and takeaways
Fun facts about Schroders
- 98% of the Schroders team are proud to be associated with the firm
- The Queen opened their brand new offices in Moorgate (featuring a free on-site gym and outdoor terrace spaces) at its grand opening in November 2018
- All employees get an extra two days off a year to dedicate to volunteering, helping the firm and their team contribute to good causes and social enterprises