Futures Rotational Graduate Program Edinburgh

Franklin Templeton; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment firm is seeking a Futures Associate in Edinburgh to participate in a unique program featuring four six-month rotations across various departments. The role emphasizes analytical skills and offers mentorship from a company leader. Ideal candidates are well-rounded graduates with a drive for innovation and teamwork, seeking to make a meaningful impact in the financial services industry.

Benefits

Mentorship opportunities

Employee well-being support

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in progress or recently completed.
• Experience or internship in Investment Management.
• Proficient in data and digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Engage in project-related and analytical assignments.
• Support departmental initiatives through rotations.
• Contribute to departmental goals during rotations.

Skills

Proficiency with data and digital tools

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to synthesize complex information

Adaptable and innovative mindset

Effective leadership and teamwork

Attention to detail and commitment to excellence

Education

Bachelor's degree completed by September 2026

Internship or previous experience in Investment Management

Job description

At Franklin Templeton were advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset management wealth management and fintech offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise thats both broad unique. From our welcoming inclusive and flexible culture to our global and diverse business we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs.

Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!

Ready for an opportunity unlike anything else

Whether you are a recent graduate or about to be one Franklin Templeton could be the place for you! We welcome new perspectives and fresh ideas creating a diverse workplace and a truly inclusive atmosphere. Our Futures Program is open to students from any discipline who have a strong interest in working within the industry. If youre eager for new challenges and you value diverse perspectives in a global environment then join us for this exciting adventure!

How you will add value

An ideal Futures Associate is intellectually curious thrives in research and analysis strives to grow as an active learner and wants to make a positive impact on our business. Futures Associates come from a wide range of backgrounds and bring with them a unique perspective that when applied to solving difficult challenges allows them to propose thoughtful and novel solutions.

How it Works

The Program consists of four six-month rotations within various departments.

Rotations are designed to promote career development and enhance professional skills through meaningful contributions to departmental goals.

Associates will engage in project-related and analytical assignments while supporting departmental initiatives.

Development is achieved through on-the-job experience training and extensive networking opportunities.

Associates are paired with a Franklin Templeton leader who provides mentorship career guidance and support in building connections across the organization.

What will help you be successful in this role

Experience & Education

• Bachelors degree completed by September 2026 (or within the last few years)
• Internship or previous experience in Investment Management

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with data and digital tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to synthesize complex information

Soft Skills

• Adaptable and innovative mindset
• Effective leadership and teamwork
• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence

Passion for financial services

Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!

Building teams with diverse skills backgrounds and experiences has always been important to us. Cultivating an inclusive culture where employees feel safe to share their voices is not only beneficial for our people but also drives innovation and enables us to deliver better client outcomes. So no matter your interests lifestyle or background theres a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We will provide you with tools resources and learning opportunities to help you excel in your career and personal life.

Hear more from our employees

We want our employees to be at their best. By joining us you will connect with a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for staying physically and mentally healthy saving for lifes adventures taking care of your family members or making a positive impact in your community we aim to have you covered.

Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton

Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry age colour disability genetic information gender gender identity or gender expression marital status medical condition military or veteran status national origin race religion sex sexual orientation and any other basis protected by federal state or local law ordinance or regulation.

As part of our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment we welcome applicants with flexible working arrangements in their current roles or those seeking a flexible working pattern. We encourage you to communicate any preferences for flexible working so that we can consider this during our hiring process. Additionally returners individuals who have taken a break from work are also encouraged to explore our job opportunities.

As a registered UK Disability Confident Committed Employer we encourage you to disclose if you consider yourself to have a disability as part of your application. This information enables us to provide the necessary support and leverage your unique talents effectively.

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Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1