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Vanguard

Client-owned investment manager offering low-cost funds

Technology Leadership Program - Data Analyst

Full-Time
No salary listed
Entry
Bachelor's, Master's
Malvern, PA, USA
Hybrid
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree or relevant advanced degree in Data & Analytics, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative or analytical field is required.
  • A strong interest in using data to solve business problems and influence decisions is required.
  • Familiarity with analytical tools or technologies such as SQL, Python, Tableau, or Power BI is required.
  • Demonstrated leadership potential, initiative, and ability to take ownership of work are required.
  • Strong analytical, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are required.
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative, team-oriented environment is required.
  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
Responsibilities
  • Analyze structured and unstructured data to uncover insights that support business decisions.
  • Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations that communicate key trends and outcomes.
  • Partner with business and technology teams to understand needs and translate them into analytical solutions.
  • Apply data management and governance principles to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
  • Use tools and technologies such as SQL, Python, Tableau, and cloud-based platforms to support analytics work.
  • Deliver insights that influence business strategy and improve client and operational outcomes.
  • Take ownership of projects and contribute to delivering high-impact results.
  • Collaborate across teams, share insights, and drive solutions.
  • Build a network with program managers, alumni, senior leaders, and peers.
  • Meet regularly with the department manager and program manager to receive personalized coaching and mentorship.
Desired Qualifications
  • A cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher is preferred.

About the company

Vanguard offers low-cost investment products and advisory services for individuals, financial advisors, and institutions, including mutual funds, ETFs, IRAs, and 401(k) rollovers. It earns fees based on assets under management and is owned by the funds, which are ultimately owned by the investors, aligning its interests with clients. This client-owned structure helps keep costs down and emphasizes long-term wealth growth and careful risk management. The goal is to help clients achieve their financial goals through prudent investing and cost-efficient management.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

Private

Total Funding

$11.2M

Headquarters

Kline Township, Pennsylvania

Founded

1975

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What believers are saying

  • VOO crossed $1 trillion on June 2, 2026, showing relentless demand.
  • August 2026 custom model portfolios expand advisor stickiness and lower servicing costs.
  • The Altruist deal on August 26, 2026 gives Vanguard custody reach into RIAs.

What critics are saying

  • SEC's January 2025 tax-disclosure case still drives payments and compliance scrutiny in 2026.
  • Altruist integration after the August 26, 2026 acquisition risks culture clashes and regulatory delay.
  • Texas settlement and passivity commitments constrain ESG influence, weakening Vanguard's stewardship brand.

What makes Vanguard unique

  • Client-owned structure keeps Vanguard's incentives tied to investors, not external shareholders.
  • Vanguard's 2026 ETF engine spans U.S., European, and UCITS global index products.
  • Its low-cost model portfolios and advisor technology deepen distribution beyond plain indexing.

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Benefits

Best-in-class medical, dental & vision coverage

Onsite health clinic & fitness center

Health Smart Rewards program

Vanguard Retirement Savings Plan

Education Benefits

PTO

Family Planning Benefist

Parental leave

Personal development opportunities

Volunteer Time Off

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 8%

1 year growth

↑ 8%

2 year growth

↑ 8%
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Sep 9th, 2026
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The Council for Economic Education has launched the National Investment Challenge, a new competition designed to teach high school students foundational investing skills. The challenge will use Vanguard's free My Classroom Investor simulation, where students manage mock 30-year portfolios and respond to market shifts and unexpected events. Early access opens in November, with the competition starting in January 2027. It will include qualifying rounds, state rounds, and culminate in a national final in Philadelphia in May, with teams competing for cash prizes. In the simulation, students choose characters with financial goals and manage portfolios containing stocks, bonds, and ETFs. The programme aligns with CEE Standards and the CFA Investment Foundations exam, helping students build credential-ready skills whilst learning long-term investment principles.

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Axios
Aug 26th, 2026
Vanguard pays $4.6B for RIA software startup Altruist

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PR Newswire
Aug 26th, 2026
Vanguard to acquire AI-forward wealth platform Altruist to expand financial advice reach

Vanguard has entered a definitive agreement to acquire Altruist, an AI-forward wealth technology and custody platform serving financial advisors. The deal, expected to close later this year pending regulatory approvals, aims to expand access to financial advice by enabling advisors to serve more clients efficiently. Vanguard first invested in Altruist in 2020 to increase competition in the registered investment advisor custody space. Following the acquisition, Altruist will operate as a standalone business, retaining its leadership, brand, and operating model whilst gaining access to Vanguard's resources and investment expertise. The transaction terms were not disclosed. Altruist will continue focusing on providing integrated technology solutions for independent financial advisors, combining custody services with portfolio management tools.

Yahoo Finance
Aug 25th, 2026
Vanguard's VOO draws $4.3B in red week, nears test from Nvidia and Apple

Vanguard's S&P 500 ETF (VOO) attracted $4.3 billion during a week when the index fell 0.92%, extending its buy-the-dip pattern. The fund has pulled in roughly $69 billion in net inflows this year, more than any other ETF globally. VOO became the first ETF to cross $1 trillion in net asset value on 2 June 2026. It overtook SPY as the world's largest ETF early in 2025, aided by its 0.03% expense ratio versus SPY's 0.09%. The fund's top 10 positions control approximately 37.6% of total assets. Nvidia, its largest holding at 7.55%, reports earnings on 26 August. Apple, the second-largest position at 7.05%, faces a CEO transition on 1 September when John Ternus replaces Tim Cook.