2027 Compliance Internship - Frankfurt at Wellington Management

Job description

About Us Wellington Management offers comprehensive investment management capabilities that span nearly all segments of the global capital markets. Our investment solutions, tailored to the unique return and risk objectives of institutional clients in more than 60 countries, draw on a robust body of proprietary research and a collaborative culture that encourages independent thought and healthy debate. As a private partnership, we believe our ownership structure fosters a long-term view that aligns our perspectives with those of our clients. About the Role As part of the continued growth of our business across Continental Europe, we are seeking a motivated and talented intern to join our dynamic Compliance team in Frankfurt on a six-month, part-time basis (20 hours per week), starting in January 2027. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting regulatory compliance across more than 30 core jurisdictions. Working closely with the wider EMEA Compliance team, including our Data Privacy and Financial Crime functions, you will contribute to a variety of projects and activities that help strengthen our investment management and fund distribution capabilities while ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. RESPONSIBILITIES · Provide compliance support for EMEA sales, focusing on cross-border distribution activities and sales practices. · Maintain governance and reporting, policies and procedures, compliance training, and manage client assets oversight. · Support marketing compliance for global fund ranges and EMEA institutional marketing. · Oversee client classifications and suitability within the EMEA client platform program. · Ensure timely delivery of account opening documentation and coordinate custodial and market openings. · Execute investor-driven asset transfers and implement account restructures. · Initiate and maintain account records, review and approve new account setups. · Coordinate fund launches, closures, and related transition events. · Provide training and act as a global expert for account record setups. · Liaise with Transition Managers and coordinate reconciliation of transition management trade execution files. · Collaborate with Client Integration Managers, Portfolio Managers, and Trading teams to develop and implement client transition strategies. · Monitor and process daily cash flows, confirming transactions with custodian banks. · Stay updated on industry, regulatory changes, and develop an understanding of different jurisdictions and client requirements. DESIRED ATTRIBUTES · Basic understanding of compliance and regulatory standards. · Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. · Good analytical and problem-solving abilities. · Effective communication skills. · Interest in learning about investment operations and financial services. · Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools HOW TO APPLY To be formally considered for the 2027 Internship, please follow the link and submit, together as one document, your CV and a 1-page maximum cover letter. In your cover letter, we’d like to hear why you are interested in the Investment Management industry, and what you hope to gain from the Placement Internship programme. APPLICATION PROCESS Apply online > Recorded Video Interview > Team Interviews > Offer extended to the successful candidate by December 2026. Please note that we recruit on a rolling basis, so we suggest you apply early. We are only able to respond to successful applicants. Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? That’s ok. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and welcome a chance to review your background. We are dedicated to building and maintaining a diversified workforce and considering a broad array of candidates with a variety of skill, workplace experiences, and backgrounds. As an equal opportunity employer, Wellington Management ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard t