IGG launches new graduate programme

IGG announces the launch of its graduate programme, the first of its kind for a professional trustee firm.

Over the course of a year, participants will be equipped with the skills, knowledge and experience needed to thrive in the competitive world of pensions trusteeship and scheme governance, while also contributing to the ongoing success and growth of IGG.

After receiving more than 200 applications, we selected six individuals through an inclusive and objective applications process. Each stage was managed by different personnel to ensure diversity across the application rounds, and the screening process was conducted against objective criteria to avoid unconscious bias.

The programme combines guided technical training with opportunities for real-world application. The intake will complete The Pensions Regulator’s Trustee Toolkit and begin progressing towards a qualification with the PMI, setting them on a career path in the sector. Alongside this, the group will shadow experienced colleagues, gradually taking on client-related responsibilities that will enable them to contribute meaningfully to the business.

In addition to technical training, the programme includes personal development modules focused on areas such as personal effectiveness, delivering excellence, driving innovation and creating impact. The graduates will receive ongoing coaching and mentorship, supporting their growth and career goals.

By the end of the programme, graduates will have acquired an in-depth understanding of the UK pension landscape and the responsibilities of a pension scheme trustee.

Manpreet Sohal, Chief People Officer of Independent Governance Group said:

“I’m thrilled to welcome our newest team members to IGG. We sought out candidates who demonstrated a strong capacity for learning and a positive attitude, and six outstanding individuals have been chosen to join our London office. An important consideration for us was to create an applications process that encouraged applicants from all groups and backgrounds, ensuring we didn’t indirectly discriminate against certain candidates and also enabling us to recruit individuals with the greatest ability and experience for the role.

We are investing in each individual, dedicating significant resources to provide a first-class training experience. This commitment reflects our strong belief in the importance of nurturing people and developing new talent in the industry. It also demonstrates perfectly how IGG’s scale enables us to create opportunity for people at different stages of their career.”

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