Programme start date: 9 September 2024

Our Business Associate Programme provides the ideal springboard for an exciting and meaningful career in global financial markets.

As an Associate, you will join the Corporate Development / M&A Team. The Group Corporate Development team at LSEG is a best in class, successful and high impact team. We are experts in Strategy and M&A execution and have helped the Group deliver a large amount of inorganic activity over the years: from industry defining transformational partnerships and acquisitions, $27bn acquisition of Refinitiv in 2021; to highly complex disposals like the $5bn disposal of Borsa Italiana or the $1bn disposal of Beta+; to highly strategic bolt-on acquisitions and investments like LSEG’s acquisition of Acadia in 2022 or our minority investment in ModuleQ. These transactions have not only helped transform our Group to drive growth and deliver on our strategic priorities but have also re-shaped our industry.

The dynamic nature of roles in Corporate Development / M&A means being involved in identifying, evaluating and executing on the Group’s M&A strategy and transaction projects. We are responsible for the full life cycle from M&A strategy & pipeline development to origination and then execution. We also support the business across a range of other strategic activities. You will build relationships with partners across our business and around the globe and develop high quality analysis for our team. Join our team and play a major role in transforming our business and the wider financial markets infrastructure industry for the better!

To be eligible you must be a final year undergraduate or graduate student and have completed all the requirements of your course before September 2024. You should be on track for a GPA 3.0, 80% or equivalent in any subject area.

What we offer:

• Progress through a 12-month development journey aiming to build foundational skills that are key for your future success 
• Develop your financial markets and business knowledge  
• Participate in group projects which are aligned to LSEG’s sustainability priorities  
• Access opportunities to earn industry recognized qualifications  
• Connect with global early careers community and opportunities and contribute to wider society via CSR initiatives and volunteering opportunities

From day one you will be aligned to Corporate Development / M&A, which will allow you to develop within a secure framework.

What we are looking for:

We are passionate about recruiting people who want to understand the full breadth of our organisation, how it fits together, how it functions – and are interested in playing a part of our development, as it grows and diversifies.  

• Analytical: Good analytical skills in the ability to process and distil complex, varied and broad information
• Comfort with ambiguity: Adaptable, pivot promptly when provided feedback, ability to learn quickly
• Teamwork: Ability to work well within a team being able to effectively support other team members
• Relationship management: Ability to build relationships with a range of different people across the organization
• Execution: Demonstrates the ability to plan, organize and manage activities to achieve specified outcomes within a clearly defined timeframe and standards
• Communication: Good communication and writing skills that can be used to create effective messaging and updates for senior stakeholders
• Curiosity in M&A and the finance industry is also a big plus!
• Currently, we are not able to sponsor visas, therefore we require candidates to have the rights to work in the US without restrictions.

You will stand out to us if you can demonstrate and recognise that what you achieve is equally important as how you achieve it.

Application close: 17 March, however we recommend an early application because we consider candidates on a rolling basis. Due to the volume of applications, we might close the applications earlier.

Recruitment Process:

• The first stage of the recruitment process involves a review of your resume and motivational statement.
• Should you pass the initial screening stage, you will be invited to complete an online assessment to help identify the skills and behaviours you’ll bring to the role. It includes some questions on how you would describe yourself, how you typically approach tasks, and a short cognitive ability test.   
• The next step is a video interview where we will gain a deeper understanding of your motivations for the role as well as some of our key competencies.
• The final stage is an assessment centre which involves a number of different types of exercises – further information is provided at the point of invite. Please note, all our assessment centres are held virtually.

Life at LSEG

At LSEG, we provide our employees with a comprehensive benefits portfolio as part of a competitive total rewards package. Our benefit plans are designed to supplement the financial, emotional and physical wellbeing of our employees and their families at all stages of their life. We encourage an appreciative, collaborative and inclusive culture that promotes employee and organisational wellbeing.  More information about our benefits details will be provided at time of offer.

We believe hybrid working makes more possible and recognise difference as a good thing. We want to set everyone up to bring their best self to work. Everyone will spend time with colleagues in the office (3 days), but you’ll be trusted to work flexibly, in a way that delivers excellence. 

Compensation/Benefits Information (New York applicants only):

LSEG is committed to offering competitive Compensation and Benefits. The anticipated base salary for this position is $52,700 - $97,900.

Please be aware base salary ranges may vary by geographic location, city and state. In addition to our offered base salary, this role is eligible for our Variable Incentive Compensation plan. Target variable compensation will be commensurate with the posted career stage. Individual salary will be reflective of job related knowledge, skills and equivalent experience. LSEG roles (excluding internships and part-time roles of less than 20 hours per week) are typically eligible for inclusion in our LSEG Benefits program, which includes offerings of: Annual Wellness Allowance, Paid time-off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending & Health Savings Options, Prescription Drug plan, 401(K) Savings Plan and Company match. LSEG’s Benefits plan also includes basic life insurance, disability benefits, emergency backup dependent care, adoption assistance commuter assistance etc.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

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LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. We are drivers of innovation and growth across global markets. We play a vital social and economic role in the world’s financial system.

We offer a wide range of opportunities for ambitious students and graduates to start a dynamic and rewarding career in global financial markets. Whichever path you choose, at LSEG you will have the opportunity to have a formal experience to learn, grow and push the boundaries of what’s possible.

Find out where a career in global financial markets can take you.