Investment Research in-person Baillie Gifford Event

Investment Research in-person Baillie Gifford Event

Date: Monday 5 October 2026, 3.00 pm – 6.00 pm

Location of event: Baillie Gifford office, Edinburgh

Job opportunities: Investment Research Graduate Programme

Role location: Edinburgh

Deadline to apply: 21st September 2026

Are you a final-year student, graduate or career changer from a non-finance background?

If you're curious about companies, enjoy analysing industries and writing research, and love asking questions, Baillie Gifford would love to meet you.

If successful, you could be invited to join Baillie Gifford at their Edinburgh office to learn more about their Investment Research Programme and learn how your skills and experiences could translate into a career as an investor at Baillie Gifford.

Who is Baillie Gifford:

Baillie Gifford is a leading, independent global asset management firm with assets of approx. £180bn under management. A lot has changed in their 117 years, but the focus on seeking superior, long-term investment returns for clients has stayed constant. 

The mission is to find game-changing companies that can sustain growth and provide returns for their clients for decades to come.

What to Expect:

• Investment Research Programme Overview: Learn more about the programme, the skills we look for, and why we welcome applicants from a wide range of degree disciplines.

• Hear from Our Investors: Meet investors from a variety of academic backgrounds and hear about their experiences, career development and transition into investment research.

• Recruitment Insights: Learn more about the application process, and what makes a successful application.

• Networking Opportunity: Meet investors and members of our Early Careers team, ask questions and gain valuable insights into life at Baillie Gifford.

This event is designed to help you explore whether investment research could be the right career path for you.

Places are limited and invite only, so we encourage you to apply by 21st September 2026. We will contact successful applicants to confirm their place.