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Business analyst in financial markets

In short

Summer Business Analyst internship at LSEG's Markets division in London, simulating the Business Graduate Programme and exposing interns to global financial markets and risk management work. Open to penultimate-year undergraduates studying Engineering, Finance or Economics with an interest in FinTech, comfortable with large datasets and coding in Python/SQL or using tools like Tableau/Power BI. Hybrid role requiring 3 days a week in the office; candidates should ideally have unrestricted UK work rights for the programme's duration.

About the Role
Our Summer Business Analyst Internship Programme has been crafted to simulate our Business Graduate Programme so that you can understand what a career with LSEG would really be like. LSEG is at the forefront of trading services - a fundamental part of the financial and transactional services that support and enhance the development of businesses and economies across the world. Join LSEG's Markets division and be part of a dynamic team that powers global financial markets and helps organisations navigate risk with confidence.
Requirements
•To be eligible, you must be a penultimate year undergraduate student due to complete all the requirements of your course summer 2028.
•You should have a demonstrable interest in financial markets, which you've built through your studies, work experience or extracurricular activities.
•Competent and comfortable with large data sets and able to code in the relevant languages (Python, SQL) or an understanding of tools like Tableu, Power BI.
•A curiosity for data and an ability to analyse information to draw conclusions and propose solutions.
•Individuals who are able to connect the dots and think strategically.
•The environment we work in is fast paced, you'll need to demonstrate focus, resilience and the flexibility to adapt to changing demands.
•People who can collaborate with others, using their strong communication skills in the process.
•Studying an Engineering field or Finance, Economics with a strong inclination towards FinTech/Technology.
•Ideal candidates will have the rights to work in the UK without restrictions for the duration of the programme.
Nice to Have
•You will stand out to us if you can demonstrate and recognise that what you achieve is equally important as how you achieve it.
Conditions & Benefits
•Emotional Wellbeing: Annual wellness allowance; Employee assistance programme
•Physical Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance; Optional dental Insurance; Gym membership & discounts
•Financial Wellbeing: Life Insurance; Income protection; Pension
•Other benefits: MyOffers: access to a range of retail discounts
•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.
•LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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