Are you a young graduate with global ambitions eager to develop your leadership potential?

ING offers you the chance to make the absolute most of your talent on a traineeship within the bank: the International Talent Programme (ITP). During the traineeship ING will invest in your future now to develop the leaders of tomorrow.

At the beginning of your traineeship you’ll rotate between different projects and departments within your track. After your rotations, you get to choose your long term position based on your experience and area of interest.

What we offer/ What makes this traineeship awesome

This is a comprehensive programme that provides talented graduates with the knowledge, skills and on-the-job experience to become ING’s future leaders. We offer you the chance to shape your own ideas about banking in a receptive environment.

The programme is truly international with over 100 trainees in 14 different countries. For each year of the programme there will be a global event designed as a bootcamp to develop your personal skill in the process.

Key responsibilities:

We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Analyst to join our Capital Markets and Advisory Team that:

• has a deep interest in the evolution of the capital markets
• feels at ease with figures and financial analysis
• pays attention to details and is driven by a search for quality in his/her work
• is ready to face challenges and can go the extra mile when needed
• enjoys working in a team and contributing to the team results
• seeks to kickstart his/her career in an international, fast paced environment
• genuinely enjoys building long lasting relationships with clients and colleagues

What your first 6-month rotation will let you focus on

Your will be part of WB – CMA (Capital Markets and Advisory) – Debt Capital Markets and your goal will be to: supporting the origination and execution of debt capital market transactions (including public bonds, hybrid and subordinated bonds, liability management transactions, private placements and schuldschein) for both corporates and financial institutions. Engaging in analysis and discussions with syndicate and other capital markets functions and stakeholders to produce pricing updates and other presentation materials for clients. Being responsible for the orderly execution of capital market transactions including compliance with internal and external rules, regulations, policies and best practices.

You will have the opportunity to collaborate with different internal stakeholders and you will have high visibility to senior leadership.

Your first rotation will give you ample opportunity to expand your network both within ING and in the Italian capital market issuers landscape and practice your stakeholder management skills.

What about your second rotation

With these new experiences and contacts, you are in charge to arrange your second rotation. Now it comes down to addressing your network and taking the initiative, also for an international experience that could be relevant for your personal and professional development.

Your second year

After two rotations, you now have a better understanding of which direction you would like to go and are ready to choose your third rotation. Are you broadening your knowledge within your track, or would you like to explore an area within another track? Both are an option for this rotation!

During your third rotation you will set the stage for your fixed position, in the Capital Markets and Advisory department, or in another position of your interest among the available opportunities within ING.

What we offer:

Global events. Access to yearly 2-3 weeks global events with other ING International Talent Programme talents from all around the world.

Job rotations. Insights in various business units during the first 18 months and work abroad into one of our ING countries for 3 - 6 months. (if circumstances allow)

International onboarding. Following your local onboarding introduction, you will fly to our headquarters in Amsterdam for a two week-long international onboarding event. (if circumstances allow)

Trainings & learning experiences in different business lines to boost your knowledge and skill set.

Mentoring. Experienced ING executives will support your personal and professional development through regular feedback and coaching.

What we’re looking for:

• You have a Bachelor/Master degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Finance, Engineering or Business Studies (Majors or Masters in Business Administration, Financial Markets or Banking will be considered a plus)
• Excellent analytical skills and problem solving
• You have an innovative take on banking and an unconditional drive to turn your ideas into reality
• You are enthusiastic and consider the interests of our customers and your colleagues
• You act with integrity and responsibility.
• You are fluent in English and Italian; foreign candidates have an advanced knowledge of Italian (at least B2)
• You have a maximum of 2 years of professional experience

ING’s International Talent Programme is looking for smart, results-driven people to make banking awesome

About ING

ING offers many opportunities to build a diverse and rewarding career. You will be joining an international innovative digital bank, the first in Italy to adopt a fully flexible smart working model, and you will be working in a stimulating environment where you can grow both as an individual and as a professional.

Our purpose - empowering people to stay a step ahead in life and in business - represents our belief in people’s potential. We don’t judge, coach or to tell people how to live their lives. We empower people and businesses to realize their own vision for a better future.

#doyourthing is our brand direction with us each and every day. It is how we articulate our purpose and our promise to make banking frictionless to the world. ‘do your thing’ is about people being free to live the life they want to live, knowing that they will make their world a little better for it.

Do you think you are "a step ahead"? Apply now!

The benefits of joining ING

In addition to being a part of a great team, working in a fun and innovative environment, we offer:

• Super flexible smart working
• Competitive base salaries and performance based bonuses
• Diverse cultures & Innovative mindsets
• International Environment
• Commitment to sustainability
• Lots of training development opportunities to help you grow
• Lots of moments dedicated to physical and mental well-being
• A special day off when it is your birthday: we call it #doyourbirthday!
• And of course we can’t forget: free water & coffee at the office!

Our Commitment

Diversity is a fundamental element of our corporate culture, and we are fully committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment, based on mutual respect and the value of diversity, offering equal job opportunities to all qualified candidates.

Job Application Safety Reminder ️

We’re seeing an increase in fraudulent job offers. To protect yourself, please follow these key guidelines when applying for roles at ING:

• Apply only via official ING platforms: ING uses Workday as its internal recruitment system. Applications should be submitted only via our official career site.
• Check the sender’s email carefully: legitimate communication will always come from: @ing.com and/or @myworkday.com
• No payments or banking details will ever be requested. If someone asks for this information, it’s a scam.

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