Business Analyst – Graduate Development Program
ION Group
Business Analyst – Graduate Development Program
ION Group
Provides automated software platforms for trading
About ION
We are a Software Product Company with a global footprint in the FinTech sector. With more than 10,000 professionals across 40+ offices worldwide, we provide solutions combining trading and workflow automation,market data, and advanced business intelligence.
Our Graduate Development Program is a three-year journey designed for recent graduates who look beyond the obvious, challenge existing processes, and are driven to automate and reinvent the way things work.
The program is structured into 4 progressive phases, each with distinct learning objectives. Tasks evolve according to your abilities and interests, ensuring the experience is as individual as you are.
From day one, you join ION on afull‑time permanent contract, carry real accountability on live projects, and be paired with senior professionals who guide your development throughout the entire journey.
What You'll Do
Across phases, you will support different stages of the product lifecycle, gaining exposure to trading and workflow automation solutions, data processing, and business intelligence. Your work will include:
Analyzing processes and workflows to identify inefficiencies and automation opportunities
Supporting data processing and contributing to business intelligence initiatives
Collaborating with product, development, and operations teams to deliver end-to-end solutions
Presenting findings, gathering feedback, and iterating based on real-world data
What We're Looking For
Master's degree in a STEM field — obtained within the last year or currently in progress, with a strong academic record
Written and spoken English at B2 level or above
Strong collaboration and teamworking skills
Based in Italy or willing to relocate; non-EU candidates must hold a valid EU work permit
ION Group delivers software platforms and APIs that automate trading, processing, and risk management for institutional clients in global financial markets. Its products connect to multiple trading venues and exchanges, enabling efficient, accurate transactions and streamlined operations. The company earns revenue from software licensing, subscriptions, and professional services, including customization and support. ION differentiates itself by expanding through acquisitions to stay agile and by offering integrated automation across trading, processing, and risk management, backed by a broad connectivity footprint. The goal is to help clients achieve greater efficiency and reduce operational risk in their financial workflows.
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