Perpetual is one of Australia’s leading financial institutions because for over 130 years we have been putting our clients first – and investing in our people. That combination makes Perpetual a great place to work – a place where you can grow, thrive and make a difference in people's lives.
At Perpetual, the graduate program is designed to build a pipeline of talent and create the business leaders of the future. Because your success is important to our growth we help you develop your skills and plan your career. A key to your success is the Perpetual culture – we are a business that demands high performance and integrity and believes that work should be challenging – and fun.
At Perpetual you’ll work with great people and do work that matters because everything we do is underpinned by our core values:
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Excellence
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Integrity
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Partnership
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WHO WE ARE
Perpetual is an ASX-listed, diversified financial services company with a rich history dating back to 1886. Our three core businesses are Perpetual Investments, Perpetual Private and Perpetual Corporate Trust:
Perpetual Investments
A multi-award winning investment management business with expertise across Australian and global equities, multi-asset investing and credit and fixed income.
Perpetual Private
One of Australia’s leading full-service Financial Planning businesses focused on high net worth investors and with specialist expertise in philanthropy and the management of native title trust monies.
Perpetual Corporate Trust
A leading provider of corporate trustee services to the funds management sector and debt capital markets. Perpetual Corporate Trust is also the developer of ABSPerpetual Business Intelligence – a digital business that provides a warehouse, analysis and predictive intelligence for Australia’s $1.5 trillion mortgage market.
Best Workplace Flexibility Program
Perpetual won Best Workplace Flexibility Program for excellence and innovation in workplace flexibility programs and initiatives in 2016.
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THE GRADUATE EXPERIENCE
As a Perpetual Graduate you will usually complete a two-year program of four six-month rotations across different teams or divisions; however, this may vary depending on which of our divisions you join. In 2018 we are hiring graduates into each of our three core divisions, Perpetual Investments, Perpetual Private and Perpetual Corporate Trust; we will discuss your preferences with you during recruitment.
Perpetual is a diverse business, so we seek graduates from a variety of disciplines. Your program is designed to offer both breadth and depth of experience. We give you an opportunity to explore different roles and learn more about what you enjoy and excel at. During the program you will have the opportunity to participate in development activities that will enhance your leadership skills and deepen your business acumen.
You will be supported throughout the program by a mentor who is a senior manager in our business. For each rotation, you will also have a buddy to help you get to know your new team and business division. You will also have direct access to our senior leaders through regular Graduate events.
Benefits
Our portfolio of benefits is designed to help you balance your personal and professional life and reach your lifestyle goals.
Develop your career
At Perpetual we know that our people are responsible for our continued success. An investment in the growth of our people is an investment in the future of our business, so you’ll be challenged and supported to grow.
EXTRA PAID LEAVE
A unique leave benefit offered to all eligible Perpetual employees. It provides employees with an additional week of leave per annum. The purpose of contribution leave is to enable you to 'make a difference' to your family, community or personal well-being.
Free financial health check
Our employees can take advantage of a free financial health check, focussed on superannuation and insurance, from one of our dedicated financial advisers.
Superior employer superannuation contributions
Rising by 0.5% each year till 2019 and set to reach the maximum 12% contribution five years ahead of the legislated schedule.
Free salary continuance, death and disablement insurance
Death and Total Permanent Disability (TPD) insurance cover pays a benefit to eligible employees in an event of death, terminal illness or where deemed to be totally and permanently disabled.
ACCESS TO THOUSANDS OF DISCOUNTS AND OFFERS
Save money on just about anything, from fashion to fridges, holidays to healthcare or DIY and days out.
Awards and recognition
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WHO YOU ARE
You’re in your final year of study or have completed your degree in 2016 or 2015 and looking for a challenging launchpad for your career in financial services.
- While many of our past graduates have studied business, commerce, accounting or law, we welcome applications from a wide variety of disciplines.
- You enjoy solving problems, aim to keep learning throughout your career and have both drive and empathy. To compete in the world we live in we want graduates who are adaptable, have high IQ and high EQ. People who enjoy hitting high targets and setting the next ones even higher.
- As long as you’re smart, driven and a people person you can be anyone – we want diversity of backgrounds, attitudes, talents and thinking to help us meet the challenges of tomorrow (even before we know what they will be).
What we need from you
To get into our list of candidates you’ll need to show us a credit average GPA (or above), and tell us how you’ve excelled in (and learned from) extra-curricular activities, part-time jobs, summer internships or work experience. In your application we’d love to hear about what unique skills, ideas and experience you can bring to the team.
Diversity and Inclusion
Perpetual believes in diversity and inclusion. We are building an inclusive workplace that accepts - indeed thrives on - individual differences. Our values, policies and development opportunities all promote diversity and equal opportunity and harness individual differences to drive success for our clients and our business. Perpetual wants to play its part in creating a better and more equal Australia and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander persons.
Sustainable giving and funding
We are committed to helping develop more sustainable giving, investing and funding programs. This includes helping individuals, families and organisations structure programs to maximise their involvement and impact in making a positive contribution to the community.
Staff giving program
We want you to make a positive impact in the community. As Australia's largest philanthropic business, contributing to the community is part of who we are.
We encourage our people to raise funds for charities they are passionate about while supporting their personal endeavours and passions through our Perpetual Giving program.
RECONCILIATION ACTION PLAN
Our vision for reconciliation is a better, more equal Australia, where every child can go to school, grow up, have a job and make a contribution. Where every community is safe to live, work and play.
We are proud to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander economic development through a number of business partnerships
To be eligible to apply, you must have completed or be due to complete your undergraduate degree in 2015, 2016 or 2017. You will need to complete an online application and submit a resume and academic transcript. The recruitment process will also include psychometric assessments, video and phone interviews, and a face-to-face assessment day.
Applications close on Sunday 28 May 2017
Due to the high volume of applications we receive for our Graduate Program, we endeavour to respond directly to all candidate applications in a timely fashion and by no later than Friday 30th June.
Please note that Graduate applicants who progress to the final stages will be required to make themselves available to attend an assessment day on Tuesday 11 July in Sydney.
Questions? Please contact talentacquisition@perpetual.com.au
