Wealth Management Graduate Programme 2027 - 2029

Goodbody Wealth Management Graduate Programme

Start date: September 2027

About Goodbody

For more than 150 years, Goodbody has helped clients make informed financial decisions and move forward with confidence. Today, we are an intelligence-led capital, investment and wealth platform with global reach, connecting insight, expertise and opportunity to deliver exceptional outcomes for businesses, individuals and institutions.

With more than 400 employees across Dublin, London, Cork and Galway, we combine deep expertise with a collaborative culture that enables our people to grow and succeed. Guided by our values and recognised through multiple employer and workplace culture awards, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where ambition is supported, development is encouraged and careers can flourish.

Wealth Management Graduate Programme

This is an exciting opportunity for ambitious graduates and early career talent who are curious about investments, financial planning and building trusted client relationships. Joining our Wealth Management Graduate Programme in Dublin, you will learn how Goodbody supports clients in achieving their financial goals while gaining practical exposure to one of Ireland’s leading investment-led financial services firms.

As part of the programme, you will build a strong foundation in wealth management through hands-on experience across areas such as Wealth Advisory, Investment Solutions, Client Solutions and Financial Planning. You will work alongside experienced Wealth Executives, Senior Wealth Executives and internal specialists, gaining exposure to client service, portfolio oversight, investment markets, financial planning-led advice and the standards expected in a regulated environment.

What you will experience

You will work alongside experienced investment professionals, gaining hands-on exposure to financial markets, investment management and the delivery of exceptional client outcomes. Through structured training, practical experience and ongoing support, you will develop the technical knowledge, commercial awareness and professional skills needed to build a successful career in wealth management. During the programme, you will:

- Develop a strong understanding of investment markets, portfolio management, financial planning and the wealth-management industry, supporting clients at different stages of their financial journey.

- Learn how to prepare client meeting materials, investment reviews and portfolio analysis, building the attention to detail, commercial judgement and technical expertise required in a highly regulated environment.

- Gain practical experience supporting client relationships, responding to client requests, coordinating account activity and ensuring agreed actions are delivered efficiently and professionally.

- Work closely with investment advisors, financial planners and specialist teams to understand how tailored wealth-management solutions are designed and delivered.

- Gain exposure to a broad range of client situations, helping you understand how investment, tax, estate and succession-planning considerations come together to support long-term financial wellbeing.

- Contribute to research projects, market analysis and business initiatives that support the continued evolution of Goodbody's wealth-management offering.

- Build confidence communicating with clients, colleagues and professional advisers, developing the interpersonal and relationship-management skills that are essential to long-term success.

- Take increasing responsibility for your work as your experience grows, receiving coaching, mentoring and regular feedback to support your professional development.

You will have access to on-the-job learning, regular feedback, a dedicated buddy, networking opportunities and support for relevant professional development. Y ou will also be placed on an educational pathway via the Institute of Bankers (IOB) that enables you to become a qualified Wealth Advisor at the end of the programme.

We know that early career candidates may not have extensive industry experience. What matters most is your curiosity, motivation, willingness to learn and interest in helping clients make confident financial decisions. If you meet most of the criteria and are excited by the opportunity to build a career in Wealth Management, we encourage you to apply.

About you: what we are looking for

- We're interested in talented graduates from a wide range of academic backgrounds. While some candidates may have studied finance, economics or business, others may have discovered an interest in financial services through further study, work experience or personal interest.

- A curious and enthusiastic mindset with genuine interest for building a career in wealth management.

- A client-focused mindset, with the ability to build positive relationships and communicate clearly and professionally.

- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to work accurately with information, data and documentation.

- A collaborative approach, with enthusiasm for working as part of a team and learning from experienced colleagues.

- A proactive and resilient attitude, with the confidence to ask questions, take ownership and manage competing priorities.

- Good digital capability, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and a willingness to learn new systems.

- An interest in completing relevant professional qualifications, such as QFA, APA, CFP or stockbroking qualifications, with support from Goodbody where appropriate.

Why start your career with Goodbody Wealth Management?

- Join one of Ireland's leading wealth managers, working with clients whose needs span investments, financial planning, retirement planning and intergenerational wealth transfer.

- Benefit from a graduate programme that combines hands-on experience with structured learning, helping you develop both professionally and personally from the outset of your career.

- Receive ongoing coaching, mentoring and support from experienced colleagues who are invested in your success and committed to helping you reach your potential.

- Build a strong foundation for a long-term career in financial services, with opportunities to deepen your expertise, pursue professional qualifications and explore different career paths within the business.

- Be part of a collaborative and inclusive culture where teamwork, integrity and a shared commitment to exceptional client service are at the heart of everything we do.

- Work in an environment that values curiosity, initiative and continuous improvement, where your ideas and contributions are encouraged from day one.

Applications are expected to close on the 25th October 2026 however, we encourage candidates to apply early as the programme may close sooner if demand is high.

Candidates must be fully authorised to work in Ireland or hold a valid work permit for the full duration of the programme (23 months commencing September 2027).

Goodbody is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace which values and benefits from the diversity of our workforce.

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Goodbody Stockbrokers UC, trading as Goodbody, is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. In the UK, Goodbody is also subject to regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority. Goodbody is a member of Euronext Dublin and the London Stock Exchange. Goodbody is a member of the group of companies headed by AIB Group plc.