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Traineeship - Junior Business Analyst
Posted on May 14, 2025
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- 0 - 0 USD (yearly)
- Full Time
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Job Description
Aegon AM NextGen Traineeship - Junior Business Analyst
Ready to shape the future of asset management? The NextGen Traineeship at Aegon AM is more than just a graduate program - it’s a fast-track into the world of investments.
The NextGen Traineeship in a nutshell
Over two years, you’ll rotate through different departments within Aegon Asset Management, gaining hands-on experience across the business. Whether you're passionate about investments, client relationships, risk management, or analytics, this program lets you explore it all. With international exposure, a strong development focus, and the chance to shape your own journey, this is an ideal fit for graduates who are ambitious, curious, and ready to build a career with impact. When graduating the program, the knowledge and network you will build during the program will help you decide in what role you’d like to continue contributing to Aegon AM success.
Diverse Rotations: Engage in 2-3 rotations of 6-12 months across various departments of your choice which you arranged by networking with the business. Each placement is tailored to broaden your skill set and deepen your industry knowledge- Comprehensive Training: Benefit from a structured training program that cover essential behaviour and technical skills in asset management
- Capstone Projects: Work on real-world projects that will challenge you and enhance your practical investment skills with your peers.
- Mentorship and Support: Receive guidance from experienced professionals who are dedicated to your growth and success
Finance Team
The Finance team plays a crucial part in every part of the business and enables strategic decision making. Not only does the Finance team ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with regulatory standards, but it also conducts performance management through the tracking of key performance indicators and financial metrics to evaluate organizational health and guide decisions. Furthermore, Finance helps forecast future revenue and expense developments and leads the annual budget cycle across Aegon AM. The Finance teams consist of three local teams, focused on our business units in the United States, United Kingdom and the Netherlands, and one central team.
As a junior business analyst, you would be engaged and involved in the following activities:
- Learn about the professional practices and standards expected of finance professional
- Report on financial performance of the different business units and investment capabilities that are managed across Aegon AM
- Learn about the value drivers of our investment capabilities and how our investment teams drive the growth of Aegon AM
- Participate in the budgeting and planning process to support management to transform the growth profile of our business
- Develop and use your financial analytical skills to better understand the dynamic financial performance of our businesses and support strategic decision making
- Preparing materials that report on financial progress made by the business units to Aegon AM’s various committees, boards and other stakeholders
- Participate in networking opportunities to collaborate, develop additional skills, connect and build your professional network both with other graduates but also with colleagues across Aegon AM and the rest of Aegon Ltd.
Company Overview:
Aegon Asset Management (Aegon AM) is a leading global investor. Our 385 investment professionals manage and advise on assets of US $341 billion for a global client base of pension plans, public funds, insurance companies, banks, wealth managers, family offices and foundations. We organize our firm around four investment platforms: fixed income, real assets, equities and multi-asset & solutions, which includes a fiduciary and multi-manager business. Each investment platform has dedicated teams with deep asset-class expertise, organized globally and committed to maximizing client benefit from their specialist areas. We are an international business: Our 1,160 employees work from 13 locations across Europe, the Americas and Asia.
This would be your position because you:
- Are (almost) graduated from a master’s degree in a relevant subject to the financial industry or similar
- Have demonstrated affinity with Investments, Finance, Audit and/ or Client Relations and want to pursue a career in this area (e.g. through internships)
- Takes initiative, are adaptable to different environments, eager to develop and enjoys building relationships and work with colleagues across different geographies
- Have an analytical mindset
- Good level of spoken and written English, as you will be working in an international environment
Who will be your new colleagues?
Due to the flexible element of this program, you will work within different teams and collaborate with a diverse group of international colleagues. This dynamic environment requires an adaptive mindset. Our culture is friendly and open, fostering an atmosphere where everyone’s ideas are valued. In each role you will be part of a supportive team that encourages growth and development, ensuring you gain understanding of our global business.
What will you be getting?
- Base salary of €3.221,23 based on a 40-hour work week
- 13th month and holiday allowance are paid on top of your monthly salary
- 28 vacation days for a fulltime working week
- You will be located at our head office at Schiphol
Enthusiastic? Apply!
Do you have what it takes to become our trainee? Then apply via this webpage before June 16. Please note that if we receive a high volume of applications, the deadline may be moved forward, so we encourage you to apply promptly to ensure your application is considered. The process is as follows:
- CV and Motivation Letter (applications without motivation letters will not be taken into consideration)
- Online assessments
- Two interview rounds
- Offer
At Aegon Asset Management, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are more than a global Asset Management firm – we are a people business, and we recognize that delivering excellent client outcomes comes from embracing diverse perspectives. We value diversity in the full range of human uniqueness without limitation including race, gender, ability, language, culture, beliefs, age, origin, background, perspectives and experiences.
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Equal Opportunity Employer:
Aegon Asset Management aims to be an employer of choice in the financial services industry. As a global company, we offer excellent terms of employment, a very diverse and inspiring work environment, and development opportunities.
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