Schroders Tests

Careers at Schroders

Operating in over 35 countries, Schroders has around 5,000 employees across its subsidiaries. It recognises the need to develop and support diversity of talent, and is committed to an inclusive working environment.

Schroders focuses on employee retention by recognising that success comes from fostering people’s skills and confidence. It provides training opportunities such as apprenticeships, internships, placements and a graduate scheme, and is one of the most popular places to apply for a route into wealth and asset management.

The application process at Schroders is designed to identify those candidates with real passion for the industry; those looking for a long-term career with the company.

The trainee, apprenticeship, and internship positions at Schroders have a four-step application process:

• Online application
• Online assessments
• Video interview
• Assessment centre

For the graduate scheme, there is the added step of a final face-to-face interview given before you receive your offer.

This may seem daunting, but we have a comprehensive guide to each step, which will make sure that you can go into this process prepared for success.

Schroders online application

The online application is your chance to make a great first impression, especially if you’re applying for one of the training roles that require no prior experience in the industry.

You will need to submit your CV and answer some questions, usually competency-based or industry-based, so it will show if you’ve done your research.

The heart of your application should be your understanding of Schroders’ core values and how you embody them:

• Responsibility. Understanding how Schroders plays a part in shaping the world through its investments, and its commitment to investing responsibly on behalf of its clients.

• Innovation. Being part of the long-term vision, which means taking initiative and diversifying perspectives to seize opportunities at the right moment.

• Passion. Showing a real enthusiasm and strategic ambition when it comes to this industry. Schroders wants people who will be the next leaders and help the company continue from strength to strength.

There is a 200-word limit for each answer, so you must be succinct with your answers.

Read the questions and the job specification carefully, so that you can provide all the relevant information and make sure that your application stands out from the crowd.

Schroders Aptitude Tests

Schroders numerical reasoning test

One of the online assessments used by Schroders is the numerical reasoning test. This tests your ability to work with and interpret numerical data, usually in the form of number sequences, graphs, percentages and statistics.

Have a look at some tips on how to prepare numerical reasoning tests to help you get ahead of the game.

Schroders uses SHL numerical reasoning tests, so it is especially beneficial to do these practice tests when preparing for your online assessments.

To prepare for your Schroders assessment you can also try financial reasonings tests, which will help improve your performance when it comes to finance-specific data.

Schroders inductive reasoning test

The online assessments for Schroders also includes an inductive reasoning test: a type of logic test that assesses your critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

These tests require you to identify patterns in logic, usually demonstrated through a sequence of images, and then follow the rule to choose the correct answer.

This shows your ability to work under pressure and make reasonable decisions from the information given to you. These tests do not require prior knowledge, but it is still a good idea to practice inductive reasoning before you take your test.

Again, Schroders uses SHL inductive reasoning tests. These are typically 18–20 minutes long and split into three sections:

• Verbal
• Abstract images
• Block of text

Have a look at our key tips for a better score on logical reasoning tests to find out more about how to prepare and do well on yours.