2026 Wealth Management Apprenticeship Programme

Overview

Job Description
Apprenticeship Standard: Level 4 – IDA Investment Advice Diploma
Department: Wealth Management, Cazenove Capital
Salary: £27,000 pa plus benefits
Start date: 7 September 2026

Location: City of London, London

Programme overview

Schroders’ two-year apprenticeship programmes give school and college leavers a hands-on introduction to investment management and the opportunity to develop key skills, gain professional qualifications and build an industry network. We have a wide range of opportunities across our business.

The Investment20/20 programme

You will join as an apprentice as part of the Investment20/20 programme. You will have opportunities to meet and network with apprentices across the industry, as well as participate in technical skills training, socials and insight events.

The Team

We’re looking for an Apprentice to join our Wealth Management division known as Cazenove Capital, which is part of the Schroders group. Someone who is passionate about delivering excellent client service and investment management for our clients. We want someone who can work alongside our Portfolio Managers, with the desire and curiosity to learn their job as well as your own. You’ll do it by getting to grips with the analysis, checks and balances that keep our clients\’ portfolios in great shape. You\’ll be busy, hands-on and can-do. You’ll learn your way around the foundations of investment, tune into clients\’ needs, and keeping Portfolio Managers informed and up-to-date.

What You’ll Do

• Support Portfolio Managers and Directors in managing client portfolios in compliance with regulations while fostering trust
• Serve as a client contact, responding to inquiries promptly and maintaining records
• Assist with planning and attending client meetings, and prepare related materials and reports
• Manage account openings for new clients and additional portfolios for existing clients
• Join fund manager meetings and internal discussions to share insights
• Help Portfolio Managers with investment recommendations and implement approved changes
• Assess portfolio suitability and performance, preparing investment proposals
• Execute trades and handle administrative tasks, including transaction statement reviews
• Keep colleagues informed about client portfolios and any pertinent changes
• Balance daily tasks with longer-term projects while managing inquiries
• Participate in our industry leading in-house presentation programme
• Uphold Schroders\’ core values: Excellence, Innovation, Teamwork, Passion, and Integrity

About Cazenove Capital and Schroders Wealth Management

We provide a wide range of wealth management services, designed to meet the individual needs of our clients, from complex financial planning and portfolio management services to high net worth and ultra-high net worth private individuals, family offices, businesses and pension plans. We also offer discretionary fund management services to external advisers and are the leading charity fund manager in the UK. Our UK and Channel Islands businesses operate under the Cazenove Capital brand while our Swiss, Asian and UK-based SEC registered subsidiaries operate under the Schroders Wealth brand. The combined heritage of Schroders and Cazenove Capital is unique in the investment world.

Although you may have never heard of us before visiting our website, this apprenticeship programme could be for you, seeing as the key purpose of the programme is to teach you about what, why and how we do what we do.

Who We’re Looking For

• Are living in England and have been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least three years prior to the apprenticeship start date
• Will be aged 18 or over by 7 September 2026
• Are a recent school or college leaver (A-levels, BTECs or equivalent), or are unsure whether university is the right path for you
• Are not enrolled in another government-funded apprenticeship or further education programme when you start with us
• Are ambitious and enthusiastic, eager to learn about the industry
• Flexible with a keen eye for detail and good IT skills
• Natural flair for developing relationships and an entrepreneurial mindset

Qualifications Required

• A-levels (or equivalent) in any subjects – no minimum UCAS points required
• Level 2 in both English and Maths (GCSE grade 9-4 or equivalent) for those undertaking a level 3 or higher apprenticeship

Skills That Will Help

• Flexible approach and willingness to engage in various tasks and projects
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Numerate with a problem-solving mindset
• Experience in providing excellent customer service is beneficial

Ultimately, we can teach what you need to know about the job; we just need you to bring your drive, passion and enthusiasm to make the most of the opportunity to start building your career.

Recruitment process

• Online application form and CV
• Online assessments
• Online video interview
• Assessment centre

For more information about the Recruitment process and our programmes, please visit Apprenticeship enquiries

Please note we recruit on a rolling basis so recommend you apply early.

Please only apply for one school leaver role.

We encourage candidates to carefully review the available school leaver opportunities and select the one that best matches their interests and skills before submitting an application. Applying to multiple programmes may delay the recruitment process and could result in your applications being withdrawn. If you are unsure which role is the best fit, we recommend reading each job description thoroughly and reaching out if you have any questions before applying.

Diversity and Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer. Diversity is at the heart of our culture. You’re welcome here whatever your socio-economic background, race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious belief, age or disability.

Reasonable Adjustments

If you require reasonable adjustments to complete the online tests or video interview, including additional time, please contact schroders.support@aon.com. A maximum of 25% extra time can be provided for the online test, if appropriate.

Technical Issues

If you experience any technical issues, please email schroders.support@aon.com and provide details of your query.

Extension to Deadline

Please endeavour to complete the video interview within the 7-day window. Extensions are discretionary and may not always be possible due to recruitment timelines.

About Us

We’re a global investment manager. We help institutions, intermediaries and individuals around the world invest money to meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future. We have around 6,000 people on six continents and have been around for over 200 years, but keep adapting as society and technology changes. What doesn’t change is our commitment to helping our clients, and society, prosper.