Graduate, International (FTC until the end of March 2027)

Reporting to (Job Title):

TBC

Objective of role:

We are seeking a motivated graduate to join our International Team, with a focus on supporting our work across Asia Pacific and the United States. This is an exciting opportunity to gain first-hand experience in the financial and related professional services (FRPS) industry, working at the intersection of business, policy and international engagement.

The role offers the chance to contribute to high-profile projects and initiatives, supporting senior colleagues as they deliver against our international strategy. You will work closely with the leads for Asia Pacific and the US, gaining valuable insights into how we engage with international stakeholders, governments, regulators and industry leaders.

Closing Date:

5pm on Monday 30 March 2026

We reserve the right to close an advert early if we identify suitable candidates.

First Round Interviews:

w/c 13 April 2026

Key Activities & Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and organisational support to the Asia Pacific and US leads, including preparing agendas, note-taking, and follow-up for meetings.
• Assist in the preparation of briefings for the Chairs of committees, the CEO and others, ensuring content is accurate, timely, and aligned with organisational priorities.
• Support the planning and coordination of inward and outward delegations, including logistics, stakeholder engagement, and briefing materials.
• Contribute to the delivery of international events, meetings, and roundtables, ensuring professional and seamless execution.
• Undertake desk research and produce written materials to support policy work, engagement strategies, and international initiatives.
• Provide flexible support to the wider International Team, assisting with ad hoc projects and other responsibilities as required.

Key Relationships & Interfaces

Internal

• International team
• Key committee chairs

External

• Members
• Stakeholders
• Policymakers

Person Specification

• An interest in international affairs, financial and professional services, and global business environments.
• Minimum 2:2 degree or equivalent in a related subject area.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and professional materials.
• Excellent organisational skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• A proactive and adaptable approach, with a willingness to take on varied responsibilities.

Values at TheCityUK

These core set of values are essential for effective performance in our company and provides a common purpose as to how we deliver our work on a daily basis.

• We create value
• We embrace excellence
• We empower each other
• We act with agility
• We work as one team

About TheCityUK

TheCityUK is the industry-led body representing UK-based financial and related professional services. We champion and support the success of the ecosystem, and thereby our members, promoting policies in the UK and internationally that drive competitiveness, support job creation and enable long-term economic growth. The industry contributes over 12% of the UK’s total economic output and employs almost 2.5 million people – with two thirds of these jobs outside London across the country’s regions and nations. It pays more corporation tax than any other sector and is the largest net exporting industry. The industry plays an important role in enabling the transition to net zero and driving economic growth across the wider economy through its provision of capital, investment, professional advice and insurance. It also makes a real difference to people in their daily lives, helping them save for the future, buy a home, invest in a business and manage risk.

Equal Opportunity

TheCityUK is committed to equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or gender.

We are proud to be a disability confident committed employer and, as such, all disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the job as set out in the job description and person specification will be guaranteed an interview.