Graduate Trainee (Apprentice), Global Technology

Reporting To: Associate Director – Cybersecurity

Shift: EMEA (1:30 pm - 10:30 pm IST) (India) About Russell Investments, Mumbai:  Russell Investments is a leading outsourced financial partner and global investment solutions firm providing a wide range of investment capabilities to institutional investors, financial intermediaries, and individual investors around the world. Building on an 90-year legacy of continuous innovation to deliver exceptional value to clients, Russell Investments works every day to improve the financial security of its clients. The firm is “Top 12 Ranked Consultant (2009-2024)” in P&I survey 2024 with $962 billion in assets under advisement (as of December 31, 2025) and $376.9 billion in assets under management (as of December 31, 2025) for clients in 30 countries. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington in the United States, Russell Investments has offices around the world, including London, New York, Toronto, Sydney, Tokyo, Shanghai – and has opened a new office in Mumbai, India in June 2023.

Joining the Mumbai office is an incredible opportunity to work closely with global stakeholders to support the technology and infrastructure that drives the investment and trading processes of a globally recognized asset management firm. Be part of the team based out of Goregaon (East) and contribute to the foundation and culture of the firm’s growing operations in India. The Mumbai office operates with varying shifts to accommodate time zones around the world.

For more information, please visit https://www.russellinvestments.com .

Job Description: Apprenticeship is a 12-month program that will provide a comprehensive learning experience, blending theoretical knowledge with on-the-job training. Over the 12-month period, apprentices at Russell Investments will gain valuable exposure to industry while developing essential soft skills and acclimating to a professional corporate environment.

Eligibility Should not be self-employed

Should not be enrolled under other government-funded programs

Should not be practicing professionally at the time of application

Should not be registered on EPF/ ESIC Portal

Should not have completed their education from a foreign university

Apprentices who enroll should have their Aadhaar seeded with their personal mobile number and personal email address. This is a mandate

​ Role Summary ​As an AI Governance & Cybersecurity Apprentice at Russell Investments, you will be at the intersection of innovation and protection. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our deployment of Artificial Intelligence ranging from custom model development and "vibe coding" (rapid prototyping) to third-party AI vendor integrations remains secure, ethical, and compliant with global financial regulations. ​This is a hands-on learning opportunity. You will work directly with our AI engineering and security teams to build guardrails, assess risks in real-time, and help shape the future of AI within a leading investment firm.

​ Key Responsibilities ​Participate in the entire AI lifecycle, from initial model conceptualization to production deployment and decommissioning.

​Document model lineage, data provenance, and decision-making logic to ensure transparency and auditability.

​Monitor AI model performance and behavioural drift to prevent unintended outcomes.

​Conduct security assessments on AI models and data pipelines to identify vulnerabilities (e.g., prompt injection, data poisoning, model inversion).

​Assist in implementing "Human-in-the-Loop" controls to mitigate security risks during automated processes.

​Collaborate with the security team to maintain a secure posture for LLMs, RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) architectures, and agentic workflows.

​Provide real-time governance feedback during rapid prototyping and "vibe coding" sessions.

​Help ensure that experimental code adheres to Russell Investments' security standards without stifling innovation.

​Support the development and secure deployment of internal AI chatbots.

​Perform rigorous security and compliance assessments on third-party AI APIs and SaaS vendors.

​Maintain an inventory of all AI vendors and tools, evaluating their data handling, privacy policies, and security certifications.

​Work with legal and compliance teams to ensure vendor contracts align with AI risk management frameworks.

​ Required Skills & Qualifications ​Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology.

​Understanding of AI Fundamentals: Familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs), prompt engineering, and the mechanics of API integration.

Analytical Mindset: An obsession with detail—you enjoy breaking things to understand how to fix them.

Communication Skills: Ability to translate complex technical risks into clear language for non-technical stakeholders.

Passion for Governance: An interest in ethics, regulatory compliance, and the "why" behind secure software development.

Preferred Skills Python, cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP), or familiarity with frameworks like NIST AI RMF or OWASP Top 10 for LLMs.

​ What You Will Gain ​Mentorship: Direct guidance from senior AI architects and cybersecurity leaders at a global financial institution.

​High-Impact Exposure: The chance to influence how a major investment firm builds and manages AI.

​Professional Growth: Structured training on industry-standard AI security practices, risk management, and the evolving legal landscape of AI.