12-month internship starting in August 2026
Salary - £23, This is pending a possible increase following April 2026.
Atradius
The Atradius Group provides trade credit insurance, surety and collections services worldwide, and has a presence through 160 offices in 52 countries. The products offered by Atradius protect companies around the world against the default risks associated with selling goods and services on credit.
At Atradius, we believe in personal development and the Growth Mindset. Our Culture is based on teamwork, reliable accountability, constantly improving and unrivalled service.
Department Description
Trade credit insurance protects the policyholder in the event of a buyer becoming insolvent or failing to pay its invoices that are payable on credit terms. Our Risk Services Team is responsible for review of credit limit applications from new and existing customers, with a focus on financial analysis and economic performance. From our UK headquarters in Cardiff Bay, we underwrite over €40bn of credit on UK businesses, from SMEs to Multinational organisations. We pride ourselves on our expertise and our inclusive and supportive culture. We are offering a number of 12 month placements within the department. This role is suitable for undergraduates who have completed two years of university study.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting our underwriting teams in managing risk portfolios
Analysis of company accounts across a variety of UK trade sectors
Maintaining our exposure databases
Reporting of Management information to Senior Managers
Researching information sources for non-financial company information
Attending and recording high level Credit Committee and other risk forums
Ideal Candidate Profile
Good numerical skills
Proficiency in MS Office applications (Email, Word and PowerPoint)
Ability to use the internet and other sources of information as research tools
Accurate data entry skills
Very good written and verbal communication skills
Good interpersonal skills and able to discuss business issues with senior management
Knowledge of financial statements is desirable
An interest in commerce and international trade would be an advantage.
What will you learn?
How credit insurance works
How your role fits into the wider business and what value you can add
How to engage with customers and build fulfilling long-term relationships.
Full training in financial analysis including external training course
Full training in information sources
Hands on experience of risk management including opportunity to visit UK companies
Experience of working in an international business environment
Opportunity for the right candidates to visit our Atradius offices overseas
What do we offer?
A dynamic, international and challenging work environment
Hybrid working environment with 3 days in office per week, 2 days from home.
Training and support to reach your full potential including the opportunity for continuous professional development
Good career opportunities
Challenging tasks with individual development and training opportunities
24 days annual leave plus all 8 recognised bank holidays
Office amenities including free onsite gym and showers, a subsidised restaurant, coffee shop and games room
Team offsite days along with planned social events throughout the year.
A competitive Pension scheme with a generous 7% employer contribution alongside your 5% Employee contribution.
Sports and Social club committee (football, netball, badminton and more)
This role is based at our Cardiff Bay Headquarters (with homeworking permitted for up to two days a week upon completion of basic training).
Equal Opportunities for All
The success of our organisation stands with the quality of our people and the ideas they have. Insights and innovative solutions for our customers are the result of an interplay of cultures, knowledge and experience. That is why diversity is extremely important to Atradius. To ensure that all colleagues within Atradius can develop their qualities, we promote an inclusive culture in which everyone feels involved and valued. We encourage and welcome everyone to apply to our positions.