When choosing my first job I was looking for a company that saw the individual as more than their university and degree, I found that with Mondrian in the Finance team. Throughout the graduate program I took on a wide range of work and was constantly learning new technical and soft skills while being part of a close knit team. Since finishing the graduate program, Mondrian has sponsored me to complete my ACA qualification and given me opportunity to work with the senior managers and directors of the company. This culture of support in continued professional development is something which had initially attracted me to Mondrian.

Mondrian’s graduate program offers pro-active and hard-working graduates the opportunity to gain exposure to a wide range of business areas; providing an in-depth view of the operations of a global asset manager. As a Mondrian graduate, you’ll be engaged in a number of key projects, with opportunities to add value and explore unfamiliar areas of the business being prevalent throughout. Our calendar of social and sporting events create a great chance for graduates to engage in the affable culture, and combined with a collaborative work environment make for a very enjoyable place to work.

The graduate scheme at Mondrian provides a great opportunity to gain a varied whilst thorough grounding in asset management. Exposure to different departments through rotations and cross-function initiatives encourages individuals with an open-mind to ask questions and learn, take ownership and deliver projects from day one. Alongside this, Mondrian offers a very supportive environment to complete a professional qualification of your choice.

Mondrian runs a lean operation which means, unlike most graduate schemes, you will be involved in meaningful and challenging projects from the very start. The interconnected nature of the operations teams, and the ability to rotate between teams on secondments, provides a great opportunity to learn about everything that is required to run a successful asset manager. Mondrian combines a healthy level of competition with a family feel that results in an enjoyable place to work.

Mondrian's boutique size and relatively flat structure provide the perfect framework to start your professional career. There is opportunity to add value from the off through both team-based and wider project work, which includes exposure to senior managers and directors. On top of that, you can hone technical skills through professional exams. It is a steep learning curve that lends itself to diligent and driven individuals with a thirst to learn and develop.

Mondrian’s graduate program allows you to engage in meaningful projects and add value to the firm from day one. The collaborative work environment and interconnected nature of the departments provides in-depth exposure to the business and the operations side of asset management. In addition to the wide range of social and sporting events, Mondrian fosters a supportive culture that allows you to pursue professional qualifications alongside your work.

The flat structure and close-knit teams at Mondrian mean that as a graduate, you are given the chance to contribute meaningfully from very early on, while still having a strong support network to help you learn and grow into your role. The interconnected nature of the operations teams gives graduates a strong understanding of what it takes to run a successful asset management firm through exposure to various parts of the business. Mondrian will also sponsor you to complete a professional qualification of your choice, giving you the opportunity to further your development beyond what you learn on the job.

Despite having not come from a finance background, Mondrian’s graduate scheme provided me with the knowledge and skills necessary to kick-start my career in asset management. From early on I was engaged in meaningful cross-team projects whilst given a level of ownership that is uncommon across similar graduate schemes. Those willing to tackle the challenge head-on will benefit from the hugely supportive culture fostered within the firm and will be provided with bespoke training opportunities to develop a thorough understanding of how a successful asset manager operates.

Mondrian’s graduate program provides a unique opportunity to gain knowledge and exposure across the company, while encouraging you to contribute and engage in meaningful projects. The strong support structure at Mondrian allows you to develop your skills and take ownership of your role. I am fortunate to work alongside and learn from many accomplished individuals who motivate me to work harder and continue to improve.