Early Careers Talent Opportunities

We invite you to push your boundaries with our graduate programme, internships, apprenticeships, and work experience placements.

Graduate Programme

Canary Wharf Group

Canary Wharf Group’s Graduate Programme is an excellent opportunity to develop and utilise skills for the future. We invest in graduates through a structured development programme for those who aspire to fulfil their long-term career goals.

The two-year programme allows graduates to gain technical knowledge, develop core professional skills and the majority of our programmes will achieve a recognised accreditation or qualification.

Applications for the Graduate Programme open on Monday 20 November at 9am and close on Wednesday 6 December at 11.59pm.

About the Application Process

Applications for the Graduate Programme open on Monday 20 November at 9am and close on Wednesday 6 December at 11.59pm.

The application process for the Graduate Programme is as follows:

  • Online Application
  • Assessment Centre
  • Final Interview

Competencies

Across all the stages of the application process, candidates will be assessed against a set of competencies, including personal drive and core company values. Experience is not required for our programmes as we will equip you with the skills you need to succeed.

Reasonable adjustments

Canary Wharf Group is committed to making sure applicants with disabilities, or physical or mental health conditions are supported during the recruitment process and during your employment. We achieve this by first striving to create a safe environment for people with disabilities. When submitting your application, you will see a list of reasonable adjustments we can make for candidates that need / would like them, catering to a range of different disability types.  

Stage 1: Online Application

We will be hosting pre-application webinars to provide guidance on our process as well as hints and tips on your submission. These will take place on Friday 24 November at 11am, Wednesday 29 November at 10am and Tuesday 5 December at 12noon via Microsoft Teams. Please follow this link to register your attendance. Please note, attendance is not required to make an application. Candidates should only attend one session as content is repeated for each webinar.

Applications are made via our careers page on Workday; you will need to register for an account. Here you will be able to submit your CV and complete two application questions. A cover letter is optional.

Application questions are:

  • What interests you in a career at Canary Wharf Group, and the graduate pathway you have chosen?
  • What initiatives would you put in place for businesses to reduce plastic?

Applications can be drafted on word and copied into Workday. Answers should be no more than 500 words per question.

Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automatic reply with a RARE Recruitment Survey Link. We are proud to be using the Rare Contextual Recruitment System. This measures candidates’ achievements in light of their wider personal circumstances. We value candidates on their potential; therefore, we do not have educational grade requirements.

Stage 2: Assessment Centre

The assessment centres are a fantastic opportunity for you to get to know the business and the Canary Wharf Estate. The assessment centres will be held in person and include a combination of tasks and networking opportunities.

You can expect an introduction in our Marketing Suite to understand the Estate, an interview with a panel of two Canary Wharf Group employees, a group exercise and a tour of the Estate with some of our current graduates and employees – this is your chance to ask lots of questions you may have about our organisation.

Stage 3: Final Assessment

The final assessment will be a deeper dive into your personal drive and competencies, with members of the team or department you will be potentially joining. This will be evaluated through an interview and a presentation that you prepare in advance.

Apply here for the 2024 Graduate Programme

We offer pathways in the following areas:

 

Accounting & Finance

This Graduate Pathway is designed for you to develop your potential to become a Chartered Accountancy and Taxation Professional.

Over the three-year graduate programme, you will complete rotations around the Commercial Finance, Group Finance and Tax departments. At the end of the programme, you will be eligible to join one of these teams permanently.

You will be working towards the Level 7 Accountancy and Taxation Professional apprenticeship and the ACCA professional accreditation.

This scheme is ideal for anyone studying Accounting, Economics, Finance or Maths (we will consider other related degree subjects) at undergraduate or master’s level.

Building Services Engineering

This Graduate Pathway is designed for you to develop your potential to become a Qualified Building Services Engineer.

Over the two-year graduate programme, you will be part of the team dedicated to  one of Canary Wharf Group’s major projects – for example, Wood Wharf with the Building Services Project Management team.

You will be working towards the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) Associate route to gain professional recognition. You will be given an opportunity to gain experience with the Building Services Design Management Team in order to meet your qualification requirements.

This scheme is ideal for anyone studying an accredited Bachelors’ degree in engineering or technology.

Construction Project Management

This Graduate Pathway is designed for you to develop your potential to become a Chartered Construction Professional.

Over the two-year graduate programme, you will be part of the team dedicated to one of Canary Wharf Group’s major projects – for example, Wood Wharf.

You will be working towards your Professional Development Programme (PDP) with the professional body, the Chartered Institution of Building (CIOB). You will be given an opportunity to gain experience with the Quantity Surveying & Design Management team in order to meet your qualification requirements.

This scheme is for anyone studying a construction-related honours degree.

Engineering Surveying

This Graduate Pathway is designed for you to develop your potential to become a Qualified Engineering Surveyor.

Over the two-year graduate programme, you will be part of the team dedicated to one of Canary Wharf Group’s major projects – for example, Wood Wharf.

You will be working towards becoming a fully qualified civil engineering surveyor with the professional body, the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES).

Students should have either successfully completed a CICES accredited degree course or any construction or engineering related degree.

Health & Safety

This Graduate Pathway is designed for you to develop your potential to become a Health and Safety Professional.

Over the two-year graduate programme, you will based in our Health & Safety department working across corporate and construction.

  • Route 1 – You will be working towards IOSH technical professional membership. This scheme is ideal for anyone studying an IOSH recognised degree in an occupational safety and health-related subject.
  • Route 2 – You will be working towards a Level 3 Safety, Health and Environment qualification. This scheme is ideal for anyone studying any degree subject (with a preference for Project Management or Civil Engineering) at undergraduate or master’s level.

Investments

This Graduate Pathway is designed for you to develop your potential to become an Investments Professional.

The Investment team leads the acquisition and disposal of our assets, performing financial analysis of these and other potential transactions, analysis and valuation of current investment portfolio and developments, as well as providing ad hoc analytical support across the business.

  • Route 1 – You will be working towards CFA Level 1. This scheme is ideal for anyone studying Accounting, Economics, Finance or Maths (we will consider other related degree subjects) at undergraduate or master’s level. We also require Maths (or related subject) at A-Level.
  • Route 2 – You will be working towards the Assessment of Professional Competency (APC) with the professional body, the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). This scheme is ideal for anyone studying an RICS accredited undergraduate or master’s course, particularly Property Funding & Investment. We also require Maths (or related subject) at A-Level.

IT Business Analyst

The Graduate Pathway is designed for you to develop your potential to become an IT professional.

Over the two-year graduate programme, you will be based in our Technology & Transformation department working across the Canary Wharf Group, either defining business requirements and/or exposure to data analytics development. IT Business Analyst will advise colleagues on information management, data and technology to assisting with strategic aspirations.

As part of this programme, you will complete a 5-day APM Project Management course. Your success will be measured on completion of this qualification as well as internal professional competencies.

This scheme is ideal for anyone studying any degree subject who have a general interest in pursuing a career in IT (with a preference for Business, Project Management or STEM subjects).

IT Development & Applications Analyst

The Graduate Pathway is designed for you to develop your potential to become an IT professional.

Over the two-year graduate programme, you will be based in our Technology & Transformation department working across the Canary Wharf Group, either defining business requirements and/or exposure to data analytics development. IT Development & Applications Analyst will tailor apps and platforms to meet business requirements.

As part of this programme, you will work towards becoming a Chartered IT Professional with the British Computer Society (BCS).

This scheme is ideal for anyone studying Computer Science, Data Analytics, Information Technology, Network or Software Development.

Quality & Audit Management 2024

This Graduate Pathway is designed for you to develop your potential in Quality and Audit.

Canary Wharf Management is responsible for managing the Canary Wharf estate on behalf of the Canary Wharf landlords for the benefit of the tenants. As part of this team, you will be working to ensure that an organisation, product or service consistently functions well.

Over the two-year graduate programme, you will complete two courses ISO9001 Internal Auditor Training Course and ISO9001 Lead Auditor Training course. Your success will be measured on completion of these qualifications as well as internal professional competencies.

This pathway is available to students from any degree subject.

Quantity Surveying

This Graduate Pathway is designed for you to develop your potential to become a Chartered Surveyor.

Over the two-year graduate programme, you will be part of the team dedicated to  one of Canary Wharf Group’s major projects – for example, Wood Wharf.

You will be working towards the assessment of professional competency (APC) with the professional body, the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). You will be given an opportunity to gain experience with the Project Managers in order to meet your qualification requirements.

This scheme is ideal for anyone studying an RICS accredited undergraduate or master’s course, particularly quantity surveying.

Real Estate Surveying

This Graduate Pathway is designed for you to develop your potential to become a Chartered Surveyor.

Over the two-year graduate programme, you will complete four 6-month rotations in different departments, which may include Development, Retail, Offices, and Property Management. At the end of the programme, you will be eligible to join one of these teams permanently.

You will be working towards the assessment of professional competency (APC) with the professional body, the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

This scheme is ideal for anyone studying an RICS accredited undergraduate or master’s course, particularly real estate.

We also are open to applicants studying any degree subject. Canary Wharf Group will sponsor a master’s in real estate which you will complete part time alongside work. This will add an additional 6 months to complete chartership.

Internship Programme

Canary Wharf Group’s Internship Programme is an excellent opportunity for you to gain hands-on experience of the working environment and to learn more about the culture and business of Canary Wharf Group.

The programme will involve working within one of our teams, alongside training and collaboration projects with your peers.

Applications for the Internship Scheme will open in Spring (March/April 2024). Specific dates will be announced closer to the time and updated on this page.

Our paid internships are available for first year university students, through to final year/masters’ students. Canary Wharf Group is an accredited Living Wage Employer. Upon completing the internship, you will be given the opportunity for a fast-track interview to secure a place on the Graduate Programme.

Apprenticeship Programme

Canary Wharf Group’s Apprenticeship Programme is a great alternative to access further education after GCSEs/A Levels.

The apprenticeship offering will be from Level 2 (Intermediate level) through to Level 6 (Degree Level). All apprentices will be completing a recognised qualification at a designated training provider, college, or university one-day a week. The remainder of the week will be working within departments contributing to team goals.

Applications for Apprenticeship open in February as part of National Apprenticeship Week. Specific dates will be announced closer to the time and updated on this page.

 

Work Experience Programme

Canary Wharf Group prides itself on providing opportunity to local residents through partnerships with local schools and charities operating within Tower Hamlets as a commitment to helping young people meet their potential.

Our Work Experience programme is aimed at those studying GCSEs and A-Levels (or equivalent) to gain a better understanding of the working environment at Canary Wharf Group. Our business is more than just property; our teams work across finance, legal, marketing, people, technology, arts and events, cyber security (IT) and much more!

Work experience usually lasts between 1-2 weeks. The scheme is aimed at students between the ages of 14 and 18 years. We encourage students to think about future employability, with mini projects designed to develop transferable skills throughout the programme.

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