What is an investment banking graduate job?

Investment banking graduate jobs are entry-level jobs suitable for university leavers – typically found at investment management firms, investment banks and stockbroking firms. You’ll most likely start with the job title of analyst.

How much do investment banking graduates make?

Investment banking graduates are among the highest paid graduates in the UK. While investment banks and investment management firms are notoriously secretive about their exact graduate salaries until you reach the job offer stage, the salary for a graduate analyst in London is typically between £32,000 and £52,000. The top firms are reportedly offering up to £70,000.

When is the best time to apply for investment banking graduate jobs/schemes?

Some investment banking graduate jobs and schemes are open all year round, but many will open for applications in August and close in November. Watch out, though, as some deadlines will fall earlier in October. Even applications that don’t have a set deadline are at risk of closing once they’ve received all the applications they need. So, the best idea is to apply for investment banking graduate jobs early in the autumn.