Graduate Analyst Review

Investment Graduate Analyst, working through different rotations including Multi Asset, Fixed Income, Equities, Real Estate both in private and public markets, getting a great overview to the investment world, alongside doing the apprenticeship program, taking the IMC Certification, CFA 1 level and a lot of training and seminars that help to expand my knowledge

Yes, both acquired new skills in terms of the analysis of companies from credit perspective based on the annual reports, estimating the creditworthiness of the borrowers, as well as from the equity perspective looking into the private deals, learning about the regulatory and legal complexities, the use of variety of financial instruments, etc.

I very much enjoy the program. There is a lot of time allocated to my development, in terms of training, certifications, etc., as well as the great mix of rotations, giving the taste of how it is like working in different parts of the business. Structured, with a lot of support provided by HR, mentors, managers, personal development managers, etc.

Great structure of the programme: 6 months rotations which enable both to learn and be thrown in the deep end of things, as well as actually adding value to the teams during rotations. At the same time, great deal of care is taken to ensure that graduates have enough time which is ring fenced to enhance the skills, get the CFA and training

Great deal of support. As mentioned above, there is mentor, personal development manager, as well as support from HR, and in my rotations my managers and people in the wider teams have always been very helpful and supporting my growth, taking the extra time and effort to help me grow

Great support from the training provider. Always prompt in their responses to the queries raised, always guidance provided ahead, during and after the training sessions, going the extra step to ensure that my development is a priority, and there are a number of points of contact to reach out to in case if any questions arise along the way

Very much so. The training is essential part of ensuring that I perform well in my role, that I am learning and growing along the way, as well as making me able to contribute effectively to the teams that I am part of during my rotations and hopefully once I roll off.

Not very much at this moment. We organised a few socials with the fellow graduates once the restrictions eased, meeting and socializing outside of work, however, as the situation hopefully improves going forward, there are a lot of plans to increase social and extra-curricular activities. For example, I have met with my team for a social recently as the restrictions eased

Yes

Just great place to work, feel respected and valued at the workplace. The personal and professional development is a priority, and the teams are very supportive and friendly helping the newcomers to settle and realise their potential

The biggest tip perhaps is to be proactive, take the responsibility, and make sure that genuine interest in the business is shown. Being yourself, and honest about your thoughts, opinions, and building relationships with people from across the business. The expectation is not that a newcomer should know everything, more it is that the newcomer should be energized and interested in what the team does, learning and contributing along the way