Job Description
Job title: Technology Graduate
Location: Edinburgh
Role type: 2 year graduate programme
Start date: September 2026
Closing date: Friday 28th November. We reserve the right to close earlier due to the volume of applications. Assessment centre to take place in February 2026.
Invest in Your Tomorrow
About Aberdeen
At Aberdeen, we believe in investing in people and that starts with you. Our Technology Graduate Programme within the Investments Chief Operating Office (COO) is your opportunity to gain hands-on experience, explore your interests, and build a career with purpose. Over two years, you’ll rotate across key functions, work on real projects, and develop the skills that will set you up for long-term success.
What You'll Do
The COO is the operational backbone of our Investments business, driving innovation, delivering outstanding client service, and enabling strategic transformation. As a graduate, you’ll be immersed in the technology, data, and operations that power our investment capabilities.
You’ll rotate across areas such as:
Investments Technology – supporting front-office platforms and digital tools.
Client Technology – enhancing client-facing systems and experiences.
Operations – streamlining processes and ensuring operational excellence.
Data & Insight – managing and leveraging data to inform decisions.
You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, contribute to enterprise systems, and work with modern tools and cloud platforms. Expect to participate in agile ceremonies, code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What You'll Gain
Exposure to a wide range of technologies and real-world challenges.
Experience across the full software delivery lifecycle.
Access to mentorship, technical training, and career development resources.
A collaborative, fast-paced environment where innovation is encouraged.
Support to work towards a recognised industry qualification.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome graduates from a wide range of academic backgrounds, in particular STEM disciplines, who have graduated in 2025 or are due to graduate in 2026, and who have a strong interest in technology. If you’re collaborative, curious, and eager to learn, we want to hear from you. Key qualities include:
Teamwork and relationship-building.
Clear and confident communication.
Ownership and attention to detail.
Interest in financial services and technology.
Commitment to personal growth and development.
Application Process
Online application and CV submission.
Online testing.
Pre-recorded video interview.
Assessment Centre (group activity, case study, panel interview).
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Aberdeen is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is valued. As a Disability Confident Committed Level One employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide support throughout the recruitment process.
Please contact us (aberdeenearlycareers@aberdeenplc.com) if you require reasonable accommodations to be made to any stage of the recruitment process. Our Early Careers team will be pleased to discuss your needs and ensure that these are accommodated.
Our Benefits
There's more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported.
When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days’ annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits – including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits here.
Apply Today
Join us in building a future where everyone can thrive.
For more information visit our careers site: https://www.aberdeenplc.com/en-gb/careers