Communications Student Trainee
Schroders
Communications Student Trainee
Schroders
Global asset manager; manages investments
Location: Singapore
Business Group: Client Group – Communications
Job Title: Student Trainee
Who we’re looking for
The Asia Communications team supports business growth, employee engagement and reputation management across multiple markets in the region.
We are looking for a highly organised, digitally savvy and detail-oriented Student Trainee to support the day-to-day operations of the Asia Communications function. The role provides broad exposure to public relations, internal communications, media relations, executive communications and regional communications programmes.
Working closely with the Communications Manager and Senior Communications Manager, the successful candidate will help coordinate key communications activities, maintain communications resources and support reporting and contribute to the creation of engaging digital content across the region.
About us
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.
What you’ll do
• Support the coordination and rollout of internal communications initiatives, including town halls, newsletters, leadership communications and employee engagement activities.
• Support communications projects and campaigns through the creation of engaging digital content, including short-form videos, visual assets, social media content and presentation materials.
• Coordinate onboarding and administration of regional PR agency partners, including reporting, contact management and project tracking.
• Work with agency partners to consolidate regional media monitoring, coverage reports and communications insights for stakeholders.
• Support the reporting of internal communications metrics, including employee engagement, newsletter performance and communications effectiveness.
• Maintain communications assets and repositories, including executive biographies, spokesperson profiles, approved imagery, headshots, media lists and corporate fact sheets.
• Maintain communications templates, distribution lists, content libraries and other shared communications resources.
• Support reporting, budget administration, invoice processing, event logistics and meeting coordination while contributing to continuous improvement of communications processes and ways of working across the region.
The knowledge, experience and qualifications you need
• Fresh graduate or currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Business or a related discipline.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Mandarin.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiarity with Canva, video editing tools and digital content creation platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude, curiosity, willingness to learn and strong team-player mindset.
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
Advertised Salary: Competitive
Schroders is a global asset manager with a long history and offices in 27 countries. It manages assets for institutional and retail investors, wealth management clients, and financial institutions, aiming to grow long-term value for clients. How it works: Schroders pools money from clients and invests it across a range of asset classes through its investment teams, producing tailored portfolios and services such as portfolio management, wealth planning, and banking support. How it differentiates itself: it emphasizes aligning its goals with clients’ interests, scales to manage hundreds of billions of pounds in assets, and has a long-standing presence with a widespread global footprint and a focus on responsible corporate citizenship. Its goal is to help investors meet financial objectives by channelling money into the economy and delivering sustainable, long-term performance.
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