Portfolio Solutions Analyst Graduate Programme at Howden · London

Portfolio Solutions Analyst Graduate Programme Location: London - One Creechurch Place Who are we? Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 24,000 employees spanning over 56 countries. People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden. Location:London Start date:September 2026 Salary:£35,000 Closing date:Friday 5thJune Working structure:3days in office Portfolio Solutions Team Our Portfolio Solutions teamprovide bespokeand tailoredinsurancesolutionsand risk management for private equityfirmsto help themprotect their portfolio investments. Wereview existing fund risks and recommendimprovementsandensure they havethe right insurance coverage to protect their assets over the long term. The Graduate Programme You will join a collaborative and ambitious team where our clients are at the centre of everything we do.  We are looking forrecent or soon-to-be graduates who are interestedin Private Equity andare curious to learn how insuranceprotectstheirinvestments. This programme is designed to give you early exposure to real client work, supported by structured training andhands-onlearning from experienced professionals. Whatyou’llbe doing Play an active role in reviewing investment funds, to analyse performance and risk profiles. Support the team with administrative tasks. Support the review of existing insurance programmes, assessing their performance and recommending improvements to align with investor needs. Gain early exposure to clients through meetings and learn how our experts offer strategic advice. What are we looking for? Noexperience ortechnical knowledge isrequired-we’llteach you everything you need to know! Soon-to-be or recent graduates who are highly motivated to work with Private Equity clientsand are interested in the full fund process. Individuals who enjoy researching and haveakeen eye for detail. Individuals with strong interpersonal skills who thrive on connecting and building relationships with others. Strong written and verbal communication skills, and comfortablespeakingwith senior individuals. Resilient and hard-working graduates who are curious to learn and develop. You musthave full unrestricted right to work in the UK. Why apply? Opportunity to complete fully funded professional and technical training relevant for your role and career pathway. Access to discounted personal health policies as well as a range of insurance products. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and an extra day off for Christmas. Competitive salary and generous pension scheme. Excellent training and development schemes and accelerated career progression. Cycle to work loan scheme and discount on gym memberships. 2 daysallocatedto take part in volunteering schemes. At Howden, we are committed to developing and maintaining a culture of equality and diversity in the workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds. What do we offer in return? A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us: Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond Reasonable adjustments We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs.  Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*. If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require. *Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more. Permanent