CFO-wide Graduate Trainee Programme
Find current openingsAre you a recent graduate and ready to take the first bold step towards a stellar career in the CFO area with a focus on finance and risk? Then our 18-month Graduate Trainee Programme might be just the right fit for you.
Programme start date: approximately 01. October 2025 (we will try to take your availability into account)
Timeline for application: mid-May 2025
Duration: 18 months
Location: Frankfurt am Main
Current Openings
CFO-wide Graduate Trainee Programme (f/m/d)
Deutsche Börse AG • Frankfurt am Main
What is the CFO-wide Graduate Trainee Programme about?
Dive into the world of the CFO Area with a focus on finance and risk management and gain hands-on experience in financial performance analysis, process optimization, and risk management strategies. While exploring diverse areas such as accounting, controlling, risk management, and more, you will gain insight into strategic decision-making, business processes and learn how to operate in a diverse shareholder landscape.
Spend an exciting 18 months in one of Europe’s financial hub in Frankfurt and benefit from an international company.
Based on your interests, we will give you the opportunity to choose the areas of your work from different elective modules.
Elective modules and areas of work:
1. Financial Accounting & Controlling
Accounting, Controlling, Capital Planning, Regulatory Reporting, Sustainability Reporting, Billing, and more
2. Risk Management
Internal Risk Framework and Methodology, Risk Reporting and Monitoring, Risk Modelling, Internal Control System (ICS), Business Continuity Management (BCM) and more
3. CFO-wide modules
Treasury, Investor Relations, Purchasing and Tax Management
Why a Traineeship at Deutsche Börse Group?
At Deutsche Börse Group, innovation drives every move. Join us in shaping the future of global finance as you work on cutting-edge projects alongside industry experts.
We're seeking proactive, analytical minds with a passion for problem-solving and a thirst for knowledge. 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!
What to expect as a Graduate Trainee
Job Rotation
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.
Personal Development
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.
Networking
During the programme, 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.
Mentoring
Throughout the duration of the programme, 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.
Internationality
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.
Our Application Process
Step 1. Application
Apply via our online application portal. Please upload your CV, overview of grades, degree certificate and, if applicable, your employment references. Are you the perfect match for this opportunity? Convince us with your motivation!
Step 2. Virtual Interview
If your documents have sparked our interest, we will invite you to a virtual interview which will be scheduled for May 2025. If we believe you are a good match for us, 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 programme.
Any questions?
Learn more on our Overview pageContact
Recruiting Team
Take your career to the next level with us and embrace new challenges!
Tel.: +49 6921111810
Our Recruiting Team is looking forward to your call or e-mail.