Key Takeaways
- Two-year graduate programme in Enterprise Risk & Assurance.
- Starting salary of £35,000 per year.
- Based in Perth or Glasgow with flexible working options.
- Applications close on Sunday 1 November 2026.
- Requires a minimum 2:2 honours degree in any discipline.
About the Role
This is a two-year programme designed for graduates who want to develop commercial and analytical expertise while making a real impact from day one. You will gain broad exposure across SSE, building a strong understanding of the business, strategy and operations while developing the skills needed for a long-term career in assurance, governance, risk or audit.
What You'll Do
You'll gain experience across a range of assurance activities, including:
- Assurance and audit activities that provide insight and improve business performance.
- Risk identification, assessment and management.
- Data analysis and evidence-based decision-making.
- Governance and compliance within a complex and regulated organisation.
- Stakeholder engagement and business improvement.
- Continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen processes and ways of working.
Alongside real business experience, you'll benefit from mentoring, structured development opportunities and support from experienced colleagues across SSE. You'll also have access to a wide network of graduates and business leaders.
Following successful completion of the programme, you'll have the opportunity to progress into a role within Risk & Assurance, helping to strengthen governance, manage risk, improve performance and support informed decision-making across SSE.
What We're Looking For
- A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in any discipline.
- Enjoy analysing information, solving problems and using evidence to support better decision-making.
- A genuine interest in governance, risk, assurance, audit or business performance.
- Curiosity, willingness to ask questions and motivation to learn, develop new skills and explore new challenges.
- Ability to work well with others, building positive relationships and bringing different perspectives together to achieve shared goals.
- Takes ownership, uses initiative and is committed to continuous improvement, personal development and making a meaningful contribution from day one.
Benefits
- Discounts on gym memberships, discounted retail vouchers, high street shops.
- Private healthcare.
- Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service.
- Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme.
- Generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Key Information
- Start Date: Commencing September 2027
- Base Location: Perth or Glasgow
- Working Pattern: Full Time | Flexible First options available
- Closing Date: Sunday 1 November 2026
- Visa Sponsorship: SSE is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.