Intern - Risk Programme - London - 2026

Legal & General (L&G) is a leading UK financial services group and major global investor. 

We’ve been safeguarding people’s financial futures since 1836, and strive to build a better society, while improving the lives of our customers and creating value for shareholders. 

We are one of the world’s largest asset managers and provide powerful asset origination capabilities. Together, these underpin our retirement and protection solutions: we are an international player in pension risk transfer, in UK and US life insurance, and in UK workplace pensions and retirement income.  

Our global asset management business provides our clients and partners with complex, responsible investment solutions, working internationally across public and private markets. 

Joining us means helping to improve the lives of our customers and contributing to the success of the business every day. 

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to earn while you learn?

The L&G Risk internship is an 8-week programme, running from June to August. During this time, you’ll have the chance to develop your skills, gain valuable insights, and get hands-on work experience.

Our teams are seeking an Intern who will work closely with the Risk teams to identify and analyse financial risks across our business. You will also monitor our compliance with regulatory requirements and standards. Some of the day to day activities could include: 

• Assist in identifying and assessing potential risks to the business
• Support the team in monitoring and assessing business compliance with regulatory rules and requirements
• Conduct research on industry trends and best practices and analyse data
• Assist in preparing reports and management information for senior management
• Participate in meetings and contribute to discussions related to risk management
• Most importantly you will be learning new skills and gaining knowledge of how our business works

You will also need to have your own valid right to work in the UK. 

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We’re seeking penultimate-year undergraduates with an inquisitive mind and a desire to learn. No prior industry experience is required, but we’ll want to see that you have the tools to develop quickly. These include:

• On track for a 2:1 degree in a finance related or numerate subject
• Penultimate year of university (i.e. graduating in 2027)
• Have an interest in risk and and L&G's purpose
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Be willing to learn, inquisitive and a critical thinker as well as proactive, enthusiastic, organised and methodical
• Possess strong Microsoft Excel skills, and be comfortable using PowerPoint and Word.
• Be friendly, approachable and comfortable collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Whatever your role, we reward ability, performance and attitude with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Your hard work will be rewarded when you join us.

At L&G, we believe it's possible to generate positive returns today while helping to build a better future for all. 

If you join us, you’ll be part of a welcoming, inclusive culture, with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds, views, and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel.

We care passionately about outcomes rather than attendance and are therefore open to discussing all kinds of flexible working options including part-time, term-time and job shares. Although some roles have limited flexibility due to customer demand, we accommodate requests when we can. 

It doesn’t matter if you don’t meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead, think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths, potential and connection to our purpose.