Student Trainee

Who we’re looking for 

We are looking for two Student Trainees in our Private Equity Investment team in Singapore. We aim to onboard you for the period of January – June 2027. 

As part of Schroders Capital, you will assist the Asia private equity / venture capital team members in the origination, evaluation, structuring and execution of Asian private equity investments and co-investment transactions in the regions of India, Southeast Asia and developed Asia. There will also be collaboration with the global Private Equity team and the broader Asia team.

About Schroders

Schroders is a global investment manager which provides active asset management, wealth management and investment solutions. We aim to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We serve a diverse client base that includes pension schemes, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations, high net worth individuals, family offices, as well as end clients through partnerships with distributors, financial advisers, and online platforms.

Established in 1804, we have around 5,500 people across 36 global locations. Schroders' success can be attributed to its diversified business model, spanning different asset classes, client types and geographies.

About Schroders Capital  

Schroders Capital is the private markets investment division of Schroders Group a global investment manager with £751bn Assets under Management (AuM). Schroders Capital, with £97bn AuM and 725+ employees, covers a broad range of asset classes out of 25 offices globally. We offer our clients a combination of direct investment capabilities and broader solutions in all private market asset classes (Private Equity, Infrastructure Debt & Equity, Real Estate, Venture Capital, securitised products, Insurance-linked securities, Impact investing), through comingled funds and customized private asset mandates. As part of Schroders, we build on an established heritage, going back over 200 years, a long-term orientation, and an adherence to strong values. 

The team 

Since forming in 1997, Schroders Capital’s private equity business has successfully expanded into all areas of private equity – global Venture Capital, European and US buyouts, Asia Growth, with investment teams on the ground in Zurich, London, New York, Singapore, Shanghai, Beijing and Seoul. The team comprises 70+ investment and risk management professionals and currently has AuM of over USD 20bn. You will be seated with the Singapore Private Equity team comprising 4 people. 

What you'll do 

You will have significant responsibilities from day one and become an integral part of the team, with high levels of interaction with investment professionals, in-house legal and finance, and executive managers of the invested funds and companies. Key responsibilities for will include: 

• Supporting the investment team in preparing prequalification and investment recommendation documents for the investment committee 
• Supporting the investment team in preparing quarterly reports as well as customized client reporting documentation; 
• Assisting in deal-flow capturing and support with product management requests 

The knowledge, experience and qualifications you need 

• Enrolled student at a university 
• Excellent academic background 
• One previous internship/previous experience in one of the following areas is beneficial: M&A, Project Finance, Private Equity or Consulting 
• Fluency in English 
• Strong analytical and writing skills 

What you’ll be like 

• Team player – willingness to learn and to evolve in a team with a flat structure 
• Great attention to details, highly organized with a structured approach to deliverables 
• Curious with a “can do” attitude   

We Recognise Potential, Whoever You Are
Our purpose is to deliver excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We believe diverse perspectives and an inclusive culture help us make better decisions and achieve better outcomes for our clients. That's why inclusion is a strategic priority for us, and we are an equal opportunities employer. You are welcome here, regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, or any other protected characteristic.

We will consider flexible working arrangements for all roles and provide reasonable accommodations to support applicants and employees, including those with neurodiversity, disability, or physical and mental health needs. For more information, please visit our FAQs.