Risk & Compliance Graduate Programme 2026

Join to apply for the Risk & Compliance Graduate Programme 2026 role at Howden This range is provided by Howden. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range Direct message the job poster from Howden Location London Risk & Compliance Team At Howden, our Risk and Compliance teams are at the heart of maintaining the organisation's resilience, integrity, and alignment with global regulatory expectations. As a graduate, you'll step into a fast‑paced, intellectually stimulating environment where your work will directly influence the company's risk strategy and decision‑making at every level. What is the role? This is a two‑year graduate programme where you will start your career as a Risk & Compliance Graduate Analyst. You will rotate across different teams gaining broad experience across business areas such as Enterprise risk, Compliance and Internal Controls. You will be trusted to work on high‑impact projects whilst studying towards a fully funded Level 4 ICA Advanced Certificate in Governance, Risk and Compliance. By the end of your scheme, you will develop a holistic understanding of how we navigate uncertainty, protect our reputation and drive sustainable growth at Howden. This graduate programme offers a direct pathway into a permanent role. Please note, permanent offers are not guaranteed and are allocated on performance and business need. What you'll do? Independently study towards a Level 4 ICA Advanced Certificate in Governance, Risk and Compliance alongside your work. Support the implementation and enhancement of risk and control frameworks across business units. Assist with the planning and facilitation of risk assessments, control workshops, and governance reporting. Produce high‑quality management information and contribute to committee papers and stakeholder presentations. Learn how financial services regulation applies to an insurance intermediary and provide guidance to brokers and underwriters on how to be compliant. Engage with teams across the business to promote awareness of risk, compliance, and control responsibilities. Participate in thematic reviews, regulatory data analysis, and the development of risk and compliance insights. Contribute to the rollout and adoption of systems and tools that support risk and control processes. Utilise your data analysis skills to review data and present actionable insights. What are we looking for? No experience is required; we’ll teach you everything you need to know Recent graduates or final years studying towards any degree background. A 2:1 grade (or equivalent) is preferred but not essential. We look for potential and willingness to learn. Strong data analysis skills and meticulous attention to detail. Critical thinkers who thrive on solving problems practically, not just in theory. Good written and verbal communication skills and comfortable presenting to individuals at all levels. Able to communicate complex topics to non‑technical audiences that aids decision making. Intellectually curious individuals who enjoy problem solving. Team players who thrive on collaborating with others. Proactive individuals who take ownership of the tasks assigned to them and manage their workload effectively alongside studies. Candidates must have full and unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Application process Online application form – no CV required: we believe you're more than a document, so we won’t ask you to submit a CV. Please upload a blank document on the application form. Online gamified assessment: These games will help us understand your natural strengths and how you approach different situations. There are no right or wrong answers. You can complete this stage on your phone or laptop, whichever suits you best Pre‑recorded video interview: You will record your answers to a few questions using your phone or laptop, giving you the chance to tell us more about yourself in your own time in a relaxed setting. Assessment centre: Our final stage is an in‑person assessment day at our London office. You’ll take part in some fun group activities and meet our team in a relaxed setting. This day is all about getting to know you better and for you to see what it’s like to be part of Howden and experience our culture. We’ll cover all your travel costs for this day Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full‑time Job function Legal and Supply Chain Industries Insurance At Howden, we are committed to developing and maintaining a culture of equality and diversity in the workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr