Departments you could be working in include Investment Operations, Risk and Compliance, Client Service, Governance and Operations, Marketing, and Finance.
An enthusiasm to learn about Walter Scott and investment management plus good organisational skills are a pre-requisite. We’re looking for self-starters with excellent communication skills, adaptability and ambition. Excellent academic standards combined with other interests outside education are also essential.
A CV and covering letter should be sent to [email protected]. We are open for applications from early August to 30 November 2024.
In conversation with a Walter Scott Intern
Insights into the Operations Internship programme from 2024 intern Neelakshi Dua.
The atmosphere at Walter Scott is different from what I had previously thought to be typical of an investment house. It felt that as interns we were integrated into the wider staff team, not left behind on the sidelines
BSc (Hons) Physics, University of St Andrews
Joined: 2018
I was originally an intern with Walter Scott and I was lucky to be offered a permanent role after I graduated. It’s an exciting place to work with every day presenting new challenges. I feel fortunate to be empowered to take responsibility and make decisions. My understanding of investment management has broadened as I’ve learnt directly from experienced colleagues who are happy to share their knowledge.
When I graduated, I didn’t imagine that I would end up working in investment management but the transition is not one I’ll ever regret. In my role here, I’ve had the opportunity to really understand our business and, crucially, our clients. As a relatively small business, you know everyone and lines of communications are short. Every day is different, which keeps it interesting and I take great pride in being able to work with our clients around the world on a daily basis.
MA (Hons) Anthropology, University of Aberdeen
Joined: 2015