Overview

Two graduates are sought to support the delivery of investment content, accounting and reporting for the Canopius Group. This is an excellent entry level role for individuals keen to get an introduction to a career in the financial services industry. While this is a full time role, it is envisaged that the positions will initially consist of two 12 month rotations.

One rotation will be in the Investment team and its management of the Canopius investment portfolio. This is a front-office investment role and will overlap with the management of the outsourced investment infrastructure, including the development of an appropriate investment risk appetite, investment strategy and asset allocation, the efficient combination of outsourced investment managers and the development of tactical positioning, including using derivative based futures and option strategies. The other rotation will focus on middle and back-office work within Group Finance, supporting the Investment Management team and senior management. It will include elements of investment accounting, timely production of high-quality management reporting, and contributing to the Group’s statutory and regulatory reporting requirements. This rotation provides opportunity to broaden technical skills and knowledge and to build a professional network by working with other finance teams in London, Singapore, Chicago and Bermuda as well as outsourced providers in the US, Scotland and India.

The role requires a desire to develop investment knowledge, accounting practice, good quantitative modelling skills, operational competence and experience of working to tight deadlines. Once an area of specialism is identified, financial and study support in achieving professional qualifications will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Rotation 1: Provide support during the Group Investment Committee and Board meeting cycles; contribute to the development of the investment income target and strategic investment recommendations to achieve Board objectives; generate expected risk and return numbers and assess performance and risk of current and proposed investment strategies; support monitoring of investment managers; help ensure investment infrastructure is in place to enable quick deployment of monies; ongoing management of this infrastructure; support research into new asset classes and investment managers; contribute to discussions on tactical investment positioning and implementation.
• Rotation 2: Assist with all aspects of the monthly investment close process including accounting for and reporting on the Group’s investment portfolio within governance controls; obtain investment valuation and transaction information from custodians and managers and ensure outsourced accounting provider processes are correct; process summarized transactions to general ledger and prepare reconciliations; work with outsourced providers and Finance teams to resolve issues; prepare the monthly investment pack and other necessary reporting; participate in the audit process.

Skills and Experience

• Degree level in an analytical discipline (minimum 2:1 or equivalent) with excellent numerical ability
• Desire to pursue a professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CFA) with full study support provided
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic and structured working style
• Strong attention to detail and focus on delivering high-quality work
• Intermediate/advanced MS Excel skills; Python skills are an advantage

Our Benefits and About Us

We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on wellbeing, including hybrid working, a competitive base salary, non-contributory pension, discretionary bonus, health and dental cover, and other benefits to enhance financial, physical, social and psychological health. Canopius is a global specialty lines (re)insurer with offices in the UK, US, Singapore, Australia and Bermuda. We foster a positive culture and support flexible, hybrid working. We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on any protected characteristic. We make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process and employment; please inform us of any needs for alternate formats or other adjustments.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and provide a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are made regardless of age, sex, gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, religion or beliefs, marital or caring status, or any other status protected by law.

We make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment. Please let us know if you require any information in an alternate format or any other reasonable adjustments.