Your role at a glance
LGIM is looking to recruit an Year in Industry Intern into the Asset Allocation team for 13 months. The Asset Allocation team manage a variety of multi-asset funds which utilise the benefits of diversification to reduce risk while maintaining an attractive return to investors.
What you'll be doing
LGIM is looking to recruit an intern into the Asset Allocation team. The Asset Allocation team manage a variety of multi-asset funds which utilise the benefits of diversification to reduce risk while maintaining an attractive return to investors. The asset allocation within these funds range from relatively passive to more active in nature and can be used by defined benefit (DB) schemes, defined contribution (DC) schemes and retail investors. The team conducts a wide range of quantitative and qualitative analysis in order to determine the asset allocations that best suit clients across the range of funds.
The intern will be joining a front office investment management team and will be responsible for a wide range of tasks that aid the team's investment process and distribution efforts. You will be expected to interact with the teams’ economists, strategists and portfolio managers on a day-to-day basis. There are a series of regular tasks that must be performed as well as ad hoc or longer-term projects. Most work involves either qualitative or quantitative analysis of numerical data, including time series data.
What we're looking for
First and foremost, we are looking for people with an inquisitive mind and a desire to learn. We’re not expecting prior industry experience, but we’ll want to see that you have the tools to develop quickly. These include:
- On track to a 2.1 degree in any background, however enthusiasm and aptitude for investments, and willing to improve and apply mathematical and economics skills is desired
- Analytical mind-set, with a high level of numeracy - the role will include supporting quantitative analytics and modelling within the investment process
- Great communication skills
- Flexible and a team-player
- High levels of energy, dynamism and commitment
- Highly organised with the ability to prioritise effectively
- Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and the ability to code is desirable. Python and VBA languages preferred
The internship programme has been running within the Asset Allocation team for several years and we recruit two interns into this role each year. Given the nature of the fixed term contract this position lends itself well to a placement in industry during an undergraduate degree, however we do not only look at candidates in this position.
Benefits
Whatever your role, we reward ability, performance and attitude with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Our employees have a wide range of benefits including a generous pension scheme, life assurance, at least 25 days’ holiday (with potential to rise to 26 days), private medical insurance, performance related bonuses, a variety of share schemes, discounts at both a huge range of high street stores and our own great products, your hard work will be rewarded when you join us.
About L&G
The brand with the brolly is choosing today to change tomorrow.
Since 1836, we’ve grown to become one of the world's largest asset managers, homebuilders, pension providers and insurance brands.
We’re all here to improve the lives of our customers, build a better society for the long term, and create value for our shareholders - helping to shape a better future for society and the planet.
We need people who share our ambitions, agility and entrepreneurial spirit to help us do it.
At L&G, you’ll find a balance that helps you be your best. Empowered by hybrid working, we’re supported by technology and workplaces that enable us to work effectively wherever we are. We come together in offices to collaborate and connect, and use time at home for individual, focused activities. And, when we achieve great things, we celebrate our success and reward strong performance.
Today, there’s over 10,000 of us, working towards our mission, with plenty of opportunities to grow your career as we grow L&G. Will you join us?
About the business area
The world of investment is changing. Our vision at Legal & General Investment Management is to create a better, more sustainable future through responsible investing. We work in partnership with our clients around the globe to deliver positive long-term outcomes, while rising to the challenges of a rapidly changing world. Our clients include institutional pension funds, financial institutions, local authorities and sovereign wealth funds. To meet our clients’ complex and evolving investment needs, our investment strategies cover a broad array of asset classes and styles, including equities, bonds, property and alternatives, as well as multi-asset funds. We’re focused on continuously innovating our investment products, maintaining our reputation as experts across all asset classes, and striving to build a more responsible and sustainable future.
Our commitments to you
Great minds don’t have to think alike, so we welcome voices from all backgrounds. Bringing together people with different life experiences helps us build empathy with our customers and drive innovation.
We don’t just talk about it, we actively promote diversity and equitable opportunities for all. That means our employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or protected veteran status. In fact, we embrace every dimension of diversity to reflect the customers and communities we serve.
We think it’s important to create an inclusive environment where we can all belong, contribute and drive progress, where you can develop and grow, and be empowered. We want you to use your voice to help us build a better tomorrow.
We all work differently, and have different needs, which is why. we’re always open to discussing flexible working arrangements. Likewise, we’re committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with specific needs during our recruiting process.
So whoever you are, wherever you are, whatever your story, we'd love to hear from you.
How to find out more
We believe that good businesses are built on doing the right thing and strive to do what is best for both our people and our customers. This means, enabling you to bring your best self to work by giving you what you need, when you need it.
This is why we have designed a process that puts you in control, because we recognise your time is valuable. At each step, make sure you take time to pause and reflect before progressing to the next, as each subsequent step will ask for a bit more of your time.
We want you to feel comfortable that this process is as fair and inclusive as possible, so please let us know if you need an accommodation for any disability.
At each step we will give more information and clear instructions on what actions you need to take. You will be screened at each of these steps. In brief our recruitment process will include:
The first step of the application process will involve asking you to upload your CV, answer the application questions, including an assessment of your eligibility based on A-Level grades and degree, online testing (General Ability) and an assessment centre/interview (with further details to follow).
Please note that we are recruiting on a rolling basis for this role and therefore the position may close sooner than the advertised date. We would encourage you to apply as soon as possible so as not to not miss out on this opportunity.
For any queries please contact futuretalentrecruitment@landg.com . Please note we are unable to accept email applications.