Investment Consulting Graduate Programme - September 2027

Lane Clark & Peacock; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Study support

26 days leave + holidays

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Income protection

Digital GP services

Wellbeing networks

Job summary

Lane Clark & Peacock (LCP) is a leading actuarial, investment and analytics consultancy. In this role you will combine technical modelling with client-focused advisory work, analysing data to shape investment advice for large pension schemes, charities and sovereign wealth funds.

You’ll evaluate risks across asset classes, search for best investment opportunities, draft reports, and support transfers between investment managers, while developing consulting skills with exposure to clients and

Qualifications

• A Level STEM subject Grade A
• Degree educated (minimum 2:1) or currently studying for a degree and on track to achieve a 2:1, in any subject
• IT skills – including Microsoft software
• Problem solving, numeracy and analytical skills
• Remaining up to date on developments across financial markets
• Excellent communication skills

Responsibilities

• Using complex models to evaluate past performance and future risks associated with different asset classes, with a view to helping clients identifying optimal investment strategies. This includes detailed consideration of responsible investing
• Helping LCP search the market for the best investment opportunities available for our clients, and then identifying investment managers and funds to implement chosen strategies
• Draft reports for review by senior colleagues covering all aspects of investment advice and reporting
• Involvement in, and planning of, the transfer of assets between investment managers liaison with managers during the transfer process
• Calculate investment performance figures for performance attribution and monitoring purposes
• Access to opportunities to improve consulting skills both externally and through exposure to clients and other advisers

Skills

Problem solving

Numeracy

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

2:1 degree or studying for degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

LCP is an award-winning actuarial, investment and analytics consultancy providing advice on investments, energy, insurance, pensions, employee benefits and health. We fuse human expertise with powerful analytics to shape a more positive future for our clients and people.

The Opportunity:

Our investment consulting department is very well known and highly respected within our industry. We advise a large range of institutional clients and count over 50% of FTSE100 companies as receiving advice from our business.

Your Role:

Investment consulting isn’t just about crunching numbers, instead striking a fascinating balance between technical work and consulting. You will be using data and complex models to explore vast financial landscapes and building relationships as you contribute to investment advice for a range of clients including some of the largest pension schemes in the country, charities and sovereign wealth funds.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Using complex models to evaluate past performance and future risks associated with different asset classes, with a view to helping clients identifying optimal investment strategies. This includes detailed consideration of responsible investing, so that we can help shape a better future
• Helping LCP search the market for the best investment opportunities available for our clients, and then identifying investment managers and funds to implement chosen strategies
• Draft reports for review by senior colleagues covering all aspects of investment advice and reporting
• Involvement in, and planning of, the transfer of assets between investment managers liaison with managers during the transfer process
• Calculate investment performance figures for performance attribution and monitoring purposes
• Access to opportunities to improve consulting skills both externally and through exposure to clients and other advisers

Professional Development:

We encourage continuous learning through professional qualifications and personal development training. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside leading professionals in the sector.

What We’re Looking For:

• A Level STEM subject Grade A
• Degree educated (minimum 2:1) or currently studying for a degree and on track to achieve a 2:1, in any subject
• IT skills – including Microsoft software
• Problem solving, numeracy and analytical skills
• Remaining up to date on developments across financial markets
• Excellent communication skills

Take a look at our and our Career stories page to see why our people love being here! As well as joining a multi-award winning, fun, collaborative, people first organisation where your personal and professional skills will be developed to make you the best you can be, we offer an attractive benefits package designed to promote your overall wellbeing so that you are able to perform to your full potential both in and out of work. At LCP, we believe in a mutual commitment - we invest in you through exceptional support, training and benefits, and in return, we value individuals who bring skills, dedication, and a community-focused mindset.

Currently our core benefits package includes:

• Study support for professional qualifications
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays,
• Competitive pension scheme
• Private medical insurance, life assurance, income protection, and digital GP services
• High street discounts and discounted gym memberships
• Access to Wellbeing, LGBTQ+, Multicultural, and Women’s networks

Accessibility:

LCP is committed to making our opportunities accessible to all. If you would like to talk to someone about any adjustments you may need to assist with your application process, please contact our Early Careers recruitment team by emailing @email to arrange a confidential conversation.