Investment Research Graduate Programme
Three one-year rotations in equity investment teams followed by a two-year placement. Includes IMC and CFA training. Permanent Edinburgh-based role.
Edinburgh
Graduate
Finance
In-Person
3 November 2026
Last verified: 15 September 2026
About this opportunity
After an induction, graduates rotate through three different investment teams (one year each) before completing a final two-year placement in another team. The programme offers formal training (including IMC and CFA L1), mentorship, and professional development opportunities. All roles are permanent, based in the Edinburgh office, with a starting salary of £58,000. The programme features hands-on research, report writing, and regular interaction with senior investors.
Who is it for?
Graduates from any degree background, including career changers. Applicants do not have to have graduated recently.
What you will gain
Professional qualifications (IMC, CFA L1), mentoring, varied investment research experience, opportunities for further career progression in fund management or client-facing roles.
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Requirements
Curiosity, breadth of thinking, and the ability to join the dots across different topics. No restriction on how recently the applicant has graduated.
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