Private Capital Due Diligence Graduate Programme

Howden’s Due Diligence Graduate Analyst researches businesses, analyses insurance and risk exposures, and supports client reports for private equity investments and M&A transactions.

Who are we?

Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 24,000 employees spanning over 56 countries.

People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

Salary: £40,000

Gain Exposure to Live Private Equity and M&A Transactions

Looking for a graduate role where you'll develop analytical, commercial and problem-solving skills while working on live transactions?

Join Howden Private Capital's Due Diligence team, a newly established global division serving private equity, private credit, infrastructure and institutional investor clients. As a Graduate Analyst, you’ll learn how we support private equity firms, investors and their advisers as they assess and manage risks during acquisitions, investments and corporate transactions.

Our clients are some of the world's leading private equity firms, investors and legal advisers. We help them understand potential insurance and risk exposures before they invest, providing insights that support informed business decisions.

This is a fast-paced, deal-driven environment where no two days are the same. You'll gain exposure to mergers and acquisitions, private equity, risk analysis and client advisory work while building a strong foundation for a long-term career in financial services.

This is a permanent role supported by a structured 18-month development programme, designed to accelerate your professional confidence, technical expertise and career growth.

What you’ll be doing?

You'll begin with a structured induction before joining the Due Diligence team, where you'll work alongside experienced specialists on live client projects.

During the programme, you’ll:

• Support insurance due diligence projects for private equity firms, investors and corporate clients.

• Research companies, industries and market trends to support transaction activity.

• Analyse information and identify potential risks associated with acquisitions and investments.

• Assist in preparing client reports, presentations and transaction-related deliverables.

• Support colleagues working on live mergers, acquisitions and investment transactions.

• Work closely with clients, legal advisers and internal stakeholders across Howden.

• Develop an understanding of how insurance and risk management support investment decisions and value creation.

Who are we looking for?

No insurance experience is needed; we’ll teach you everything you need to know!

You'll be:

• A recent graduate, or in your final year of university study.

• Curious, analytical and motivated to learn.

• Interested in business, financial services, private equity, transactions or consulting.

• Able to articulate your points clearly and confidently.

• Someone who enjoys working with others and building relationships.

• Comfortable analysing information and solving problems.

• Organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage competing priorities.

• Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

• Someone who takes ownership, shows initiative and enjoys asking questions.

• A collaborative team player who enjoys working across different teams and functions.

To be eligible for our programme, you must have the full and unrestricted right to work in the UK.