Product Development Apprenticeship Programme

Investment2020; City of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment manager in the City of London is seeking an apprentice to join their Product Development Team. The role involves managing the development lifecycle of products for UK and Luxembourg funds while engaging with various teams to ensure successful product launches. The ideal candidate should be a recent school leaver, over 18 by September 2026, and have relevant qualifications like A-levels. This apprenticeship offers a comprehensive introduction to investment management.

Qualifications

• Living in England and resident in the UK for at least three years prior to start date.
• Aged 18 or over by 7 September 2026.
• Recent school or college leaver.

Responsibilities

• Manage development of new product launches.
• Update and manage ongoing fund ranges.
• Engage with clients to understand their needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving mindset

Customer service experience

Education

A-levels or equivalent

Level 2 in English and Maths

Job description

You will join as part of the Investment20/20 programme.

Department: Product Development Team within the Client Group

Location: City of London, London

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.

Investment20/20

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

This role is part of the Product Development Team within the Client Group.

The Product Development Team is responsible for co-ordinating the development of new products and on-going range management for our UK and European fund ranges including taking the responsibility for prospectus and regulatory submissions:

• Development – taking ownership of the development cycle from initial concept, through detailed design, build and launch.
• Management – ongoing product range management to ensure existing products are fit for purpose. To the extent that changes or issues are identified, formulating action plans to ensure appropriate action is taken.
• Prospectus & Regulatory Submissions – co-ordinate and are responsible for all prospectus amendments for regulatory filings and managing all associated documentation.

What you’ll do

Reporting to a Product Development Manager, you will collaborate with the PD team on all aspects of the product lifecycle for our UK and Luxembourg fund ranges.

Primary Responsibilities

• Help manage the development of new products launches with an emphasis on Luxembourg, UK and Irish funds.
• Help manage the on-going fund ranges. Main activities will include prospectus updates, fund mergers and changes.
• Actively engage with client group (and clients) to understand their needs and ensure our products and services meet their expectations.
• Work with investment teams, client group & marketing, operations, compliance, risk, legal and finance teams to ensure adequate support for the product launches and changes.
• Maintain awareness of competitor, regulatory and market developments.
• Actively contribute and lead on ad‑hoc work and strategic projects as they arise.
• Actively engage in the implementation of new technologies, including AI, to improve PD processes and client outcomes.

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.

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.

We're looking for the best, whoever they are

Diversity is at the heart of our culture. We strive to ensure inclusion at every level, to ensure that our actions match our words, and that our culture of belonging defines how we do business. We are an equal opportunities employer. 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 test or video interview, including additional time, please contact [e-mail]. Please note that a maximum of 25% extra time can be provided for the online test, if appropriate.

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 Schroders

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