Corporate Functions Graduate Trainee Program

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for regulatory and control topics such as Audit & Group Compliance? Do you have an open and proactive personality, ready to embark on a rewarding career in Corporate Functions within a dynamic environment at the heart of the financial markets? Then our Corporate Functions Graduate Trainee Program might be just the right fit for you!

Program start date: 1 October 2026

Timeline for application: The application phase will open in April 2026

Duration: 18 months, with 3 rotations

Location: Frankfurt

Group Compliance and audit are not only control functions; they are essential components of a comprehensive risk management framework. These functions play a crucial role in ensuring adherence to regulations and quality standards, enhancing organizational performance, and safeguarding reputation and sustainability. We place trust at the center of our core mandate.

As a Corporate Functions Graduate Trainee, you will have the chance to be part of three different teams, ensuring that you gain insights into Deutsche Börse’s control world from various angles. Based on your interests, you will have the chance to choose the areas of your work from areas such as Group Compliance Strategy, Group Compliance Oversight, Group Anti-Financial Crime, Group Data Protection, IT Audit and Business Audit.

At Deutsche Börse Group, innovation drives every move. Technology is at our core, helping us make a difference and evolve financial market operations. With us, you grow by focusing on our join purpose: creating trust in the markets of today and tomorrow.

We are looking for a proactive problem solver with a passion for data-accuracy and process improvement especially when it comes to quality and adherence to standards. If you're ready to take on challenges, make meaningful contributions, and thrive in a dynamic environment, we are looking forward to hearing from you!

As a Graduate Trainee, you will rotate through various departments, gaining insights into strategic decision-making and business processes. The job rotations will allow you to work with different experts, develop essential skills, and discover your potential in today's dynamic business environment. From the outset, you will have the opportunity to learn through feedback, job shadowing, and challenging projects.

Your personal development is our key focus and will be actively supported. You will have access to a dedicated Graduate Trainee learning journey, along with technical and soft-skill training opportunities. Additionally, you will benefit from onboarding sessions and exclusive knowledge sessions. Throughout your rotations, you will receive continuous feedback and engage in ongoing development discussions with leadership.

During the program, you will have the opportunity to build a strong personal network within Deutsche Börse Group. This network can be leveraged to kick-start your career, opening doors to new opportunities, providing valuable career advice, and helping you navigate the professional landscape more effectively.

Throughout the duration of the program, you will be matched with an experienced colleague acting as your personal mentor and supporting your development. Additionally, you will be paired with a buddy who will support you during the onboarding process and help you become familiar with the organization, ensuring you have the resources needed to start strong.

You will interact with our colleagues from all over the world and will gain insights into the work out our different offices. This will help you to develop an extensive network and get to know other locations of Deutsche Börse Group.

Step 1. Application

Apply via our online application portal. Please upload your CV, overview of grades, degree certificate and, if applicable, your employment references.

Step 2. Virtual Interview

If your documents have sparked our interest, we will invite you to a virtual interview. If we believe you are a good match for the Trainee Program, you will receive an invitation to our Assessment Day.

Step 3. Assessment Day

During this day, we will get to know each other better, and you will work with a group of other candidates on a business case study. Once the Assessment Day has been completed, we will provide you feedback shortly afterwards and, if applicable, offer you a position in our Corporate Functions Graduate Trainee Program.

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