The Opportunity

An established and expanding UK financial organisation is seeking a Trainee Risk & Financial Analyst to join its London headquarters. This is a development-focused position designed for a driven graduate or early-career professional who wants to build expertise in financial oversight, data analysis and corporate risk management.

The role provides direct exposure to how organisations monitor financial stability, manage exposure, and support executive-level decisions. Working alongside experienced analysts, you will gain hands-on involvement in real reporting cycles, forecasting exercises and risk assessments.

With additional offices across Manchester, Scotland and Cardiff, the organisation offers nationwide collaboration and long-term progression opportunities.

Role Overview

As a Trainee Risk & Financial Analyst, you will support the finance and risk teams in evaluating financial performance and identifying areas of potential exposure. You will help translate complex data into structured reports used by senior management.

Your responsibilities will include

• Assisting with financial reporting and variance analysis
• Monitoring internal risk indicators and performance metrics
• Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes
• Contributing to liquidity and capital monitoring exercises
• Preparing monthly and quarterly management information packs
• Analysing trends across revenue, expenditure and operational performance
• Supporting internal control reviews and compliance checks
• Assisting with scenario modelling and sensitivity analysis

This role combines technical financial analysis with strategic awareness, offering a well-rounded introduction to corporate finance and risk management.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Accounting, Business or a related field
• Strong numerical and analytical capability
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Commercial curiosity and an interest in understanding how organisations manage financial risk

Previous experience is not essential. A strong academic background and willingness to learn are highly valued.

Salary & Benefits

• £30,000 to £35,000 basic salary depending on experience
• Annual discretionary performance bonus
• Structured salary review within 12 months
• Hybrid working arrangement
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension contribution scheme
• Private healthcare
• Clear internal promotion framework

Career Progression

This role is designed as a long-term development pathway. Successful trainees typically progress into

• Risk Analyst
• Financial Analyst
• Finance Business Partner
• Senior Risk or Planning roles

The organisation invests in internal talent, providing structured mentoring and clear performance milestones.

Why Apply

This position offers an opportunity to build a career within financial risk and corporate finance in one of the most competitive business environments in the UK. Based in the City of London, you will be positioned at the centre of the UK’s financial ecosystem while benefiting from the wider support network of regional offices nationwide.

If you are analytical, commercially minded and ready to begin your career within financial risk and analysis, this is a strong platform to grow and develop professionally.