Rotational Analyst, 2026 Leadership Development Program, London

Our Company ION is the world's most progressive FinTech company providing pioneering software and consultancy services to customers around the globe. We serve large financial institutions, trading firms, central banks, and corporations. We are committed to automating processes that positively impact our customers' work and provide insights to enable more informed decision making. Our products and services help the world's leading organizations do more in a better and simpler way than ever before.

Our Leadership Development Program (LDP) is a foundational global initiative focused on developing talent for ION's growing operations around the world. The program provides an opportunity for outstanding college graduates to start a career in a dynamic and fast-paced global FinTech firm. Analysts will spend the first 18 months of their career in 3 unique 6-month rotations covering a broad range of ION's core capabilities. At the end of their 3 rotations, analysts will transition to a deeper dive in one area of ION. Sample rotations/deep dives include:

• Product Strategy
• Product Management
• Business Intelligence and Data Analytics
• Product Implementation
• Services Consulting and Delivery
• Sales and Account Management
• Corporate Development
• Project Management

As an LDP, you will be working at the forefront of the FinTech industry in teams with fellow analysts and experienced subject matter experts. After going through our thorough induction program, you will quickly be expected to take ownership of challenging projects that make a real difference to our company and our customers. You will gain exposure and extensive skills related to the different areas of ION's capabilities.

General Responsibilities:

• Communicate effectively
• Prepare internal and client-facing presentations and analyses
• Take ownership of projects and manage deadlines
• Exercise attention to detail in all aspects of performance
• Multi-task and think critically under pressure
• Demonstrate creativity and innovation
• Think strategically
• Automate to simplify complex processes internally and for our customers

Basic Qualifications:

• 2026 graduation
• 2:1 or above STEM, Business or Economics degrees preferred and/or demonstrable interest in finance and/or technology ideally including work experience
• Demonstrated leadership potential both in and out of the classroom
• Passion for learning, self-improvement, and a questioning and challenging mindset
• Motivated self-starter who is proactive, enthusiastic, and passionate about what they do
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and the desire to understand the why behind each problem

Upon completion of the Leadership Development Program, you will have a well-formed view of the FinTech industry. Through the rotational opportunities supported by continuous feedback, coaching, and mentoring, you will develop critical skills and professional capabilities fundamental to your career. At ION, we encourage our analysts to step outside their comfort zones. The LDP gives analysts the opportunity to identify their passions and cultivate their skills.

Application process & deadline:

Applications for 2026 open 17 November 2025. Applicants that submit successful online applications will be required to complete online verbal and numerical reasoning assessments within 4 days of receiving the test link. Successful applicants will subsequently be invited to a video interview. The final part of the process is an assessment day at our London office consisting of interviews, a case study, and a group exercise. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply as soon as you are ready because initial video interviews can occur prior to the application period closing. We aim to notify you of your application status approximately one month after we receive your application. Application deadline is 25 January 2026. Final assessment day will be in February 2026, date to be confirmed.