Abbey Capital Graduate Programme

Our graduate programme is open to graduates of any discipline.

You will be working on a rotation across our Investment, Technology and Risk teams as part of a structured 2-year programme. This rotation will give you exposure into what it is like to work at Abbey Capital and help you decide what area you like best and what is most suited to your skills. You will be learning on the job, and we will also support your development through professional qualifications such as CFA or CAIA.

Through our interview process, we are keen to find out about you as a person, your strengths and attributes and to give you an insight into what it’s like to work at Abbey Capital. Graduate applications for 2024 are now closed.

Working at Abbey Capital

We invest in career development and run a Mentoring Programme and Coaching initiatives each year to support individuals in achieving their goals.

We know that investing in technology is crucial for our growth and we’re passionate about building a best-of-breed tech stack. We recognise that each person has individual needs and aspirations so our focus is on creating a working environment that encourages mental and physical health.

We work to have strong communication lines across our business supported by a feedback loop and an openness to continuous learning. We believe in all our leaders being approachable and there to offer support and guidance.

How to apply?

Entry Requirements

Our graduate positions are open to those with at least a 2.1 degree or Masters with a keen interest in working in financial markets. You may be a recent graduate or someone who has just under 1 year’s experience. Some experience in coding would be a distinct advantage.

You should also have strong spoken and written English language skills, strong Excel knowledge, attention to detail and interpersonal skills. Graduate applications for 2024 are now closed. If you have any questions, please contact hr@abbeycapital.com.

Choose Us to Build Your Career

Investing in People

We’re passionate about helping our people to progress, grow and meet their personal goals, providing the freedom and support they need to take control of their own career. Each graduate will be supported by an assigned internal mentor for the duration of the programme. We also offer the opportunity to be sponsored through a CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) or CAIA (Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst) qualification, with the costs covered by Abbey Capital, along with generous study leave options for CFA and CAIA exams.

Flexible working

We are operating a ‘core days’ model where people can work from home on Mondays and Fridays and work from the office on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Health and Well-being

We offer a comprehensive range of benefits and initiatives to support the physical and mental well-being of our team through our Total Reward programme. Find out more below

People Stories

Gavin O'Brien, Graduate Investment Analyst

"As I progress through Abbey Capital's Graduate Program, the experience has been nothing short of exceptional. Abbey Capital's commitment to education and growth is evident not only in the daily work but also in their support for furthering qualifications, as they've sponsored my upcoming CAIA Level 1 exams. The firm’s investment in cutting-edge technology and a culture that values team collaboration has significantly enhanced my learning curve. I've found the work environment to be inclusive and supportive, making it easy to connect with colleagues and immerse myself in the company’s dynamic."

Tanya Tuli, Graduate Investment Analyst

“I really like the collaborative working environment. The openness to talk to people from other departments, as well as the knowledge you gain about the Managed Futures market, is incredible. The social committee does an excellent job of organising events, encouraging you to participate and interact with others. Every day, I learn something new, and there is still so much to learn.”

Harman Singh, Graduate Investment Analyst

"My time at Abbey has been transformative. I quickly advanced my programming skills and gained a deep understanding of the Managed Futures industry. The team's friendly culture made settling in easy, and the social committee added a fun touch to the workplace. Working with the research team provided invaluable hands-on experiences, and the open, collaborative environment fostered my professional growth."

Health and Well‑being

Private Healthcare

We provide full cover on our Corporate Healthcare Plan for you, your partner and dependents.

On-Site Gym & Showers

Everyone has free access to our on-site gym, changing room and showers. During the year, our social committee organises exercise classes, such as yoga or pilates, that are free for all staff to attend.

Social Events

Our active social committee organise events every month (both virtual and face-to-face) such as wine tasting, table quizzes, cocktail making classes and pizza nights. On an annual basis, all staff and their partners and children are invited to a weekend away including hotel accommodation, dinner, drinks and activities.

Virtual/On-Site Lunches

We regularly order food to be delivered to the office for a mid-morning or mid-afternoon snack or over lunchtime. Every Tuesday in the office is Tasty Tuesday!! with meals, snacks or desserts ordered to the office by our Social Committee. This is an opportunity for people to catch up informally in the office.

Paid Time Off

Annual Leave: Our standard annual leave allowance is 22 days excluding public holidays. Your annual leave increases with length of service starting at 5 years. You also have the option of buying an additional 1-5 days annual leave at the start of every year.

Additional paid time off

Wedding Leave: For those getting married, you are entitled to 3 days leave to take around the time of your wedding. House-Move Leave: If you are moving house, you are entitled to take a day’s leave to support you in this milestone event.