Wellcome

Graduate Investments Programme 2025

Job posted: Oct 08, 2024
London, Greater London, United Kingdom
  • Salary average
    £45,000
  • Type of employment
    Contract, Full-time
  • Remote
    n/a

Company

Wellcome

Wellcome is an independent foundation with a global influence, and we support a wide array of grants and initiatives through a robust £36.8 billion investment portfolio. Wellcome has generated strong, long-term returns investing in property, public equity, private equity, venture capital, and hedge funds.

Responsibilities

Contract

40 hours per week

Candidate requirements

  • As one of our recent graduates has commented
  • Interaction with the broader team deepens the Graduate's knowledge, offering expansive insight into financial markets and he asset classes across which Wellcome invests
  • Possess an undergraduate or Master's degree achieving at least a second-class honours

Skills used at work

    Job description

    Joining the Wellcome Investments Team provides a dynamic opportunity to delve into investment analysis, engage in financial markets, develop your investment judgment, and understand how our long-term philosophy seeks to generate returns to support Wellcome's mission.

    Participants gain invaluable insight by participating in our Investment Decision Meeting, which convenes weekly and is regularly chaired by our Chief Investment Officer. This forum is where key portfolio decisions are debated and made. Interaction with the broader team deepens the Graduate's knowledge, offering expansive insight into financial markets and he asset classes across which Wellcome invests.

    Training and development

    Early into your tenure, you will collaborate with your manager to map out a tailored personal development plan. This blueprint will outline the specific training and developmental objectives to be achieved through practical involvement as well as specialised training delivered by both internal and external facilitators.

    Training possibilities include, but are not limited to:

    • Investment Management Certificate (IMC) accreditation
    • Financial analysis and forecasting
    • Effective communication and presentation skills
    • Critical thinking and negotiation techniques

    From the start of our programme, you will directly experience and contribute to our pivotal weekly Investment Team meetings, where all the most important decisions about the portfolio are discussed and debated.

    As one of our recent graduates has commented

    “Wellcome's Investments Graduate Scheme allows individuals to work on a wide range of projects across various asset classes and learn about what it means to be a truly long-term investor. The team has a very collaborative culture, and it is extremely rewarding to know that you are contributing to Wellcome's mission.” Sabah, Investment Analyst

    You will also be matched with a mentor soon after joining, to guide your growth and optimise your experiences within Wellcome.

    Reward & Benefits

    The salary is £45,000 in the first year, alongside a host of other benefits provided to all Wellcome employees designed to promote your work-life balance and make your time at Wellcome enjoyable and rewarding.

    What we are looking for

    • We encourage applications from analytical individuals who show initiative, adapt quickly, relish intellectual challenges, and are eager to introduce and apply their thoughts and creativity from day one.
    • Possess an undergraduate or Master's degree achieving at least a second-class honours (2:2) or its international equivalent.
    • Are a recent graduate, or you are scheduled to graduate between 2023 and 2025.
    • Can commence employment from 9 September 2025.
    • Eligible to work in the UK, with necessary visa arrangements in place, provided the current visa remains valid until at least September 9, 2025.

    Accepted degree subjects

    Any

    Additional job details

    Location: London

    Salary: £45,000 The salary is £45,000 in the first year, alongside a host of other benefits provided to all Wellcome employees designed to promote your work-life balance and make your time at Wellcome enjoyable and rewarding.

    Contract, dates and working times: Fixed term Full-time

    How to apply

    Important Dates to Remember

    • Video interviews: 11 November 2024 until 17 November 2024
    • Assessment centre: Tuesday 3 December 2024
    • Final interviews: 12 December 2024

    Please note that these dates are provisional and subject to adjustments. Further, if you are invited to final interview you will be asked to provide a CV at this stage.

    We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background or personal characteristics. We support equal opportunities and are dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion throughout our organisation.

    Click Apply to start your application now. This job will be available on Prospects until 27 October 2024

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    Closing date: 27 October 2024

    Job posted: Oct 08, 2024

    Expiration date: Oct 28, 2024