Acceleration into Financial Professional Program

Job Description

Acceleration Into Financial Professional Program | Vanguard

The Tone:
This is a full-time, two-year rotational development program at Vanguard, operating under a hybrid working model primarily in Malvern, PA. Vanguard is a leading investment management company committed to doing what’s best for its investors by creating value from within. This program is designed to attract talented individuals who aspire to serve as future financial professionals and leaders, strengthening the company’s future and impacting how people invest. Participants will gain a deep understanding of corporate finance functions and help stand for investors everywhere.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid, Malvern, PA
• Team: Finance Division rotational program
• Mission: To develop future financial professionals who will strengthen Vanguard’s corporate finance functions and create value for investors.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Rotations: Immerse yourself in three 8-month assignments across key corporate finance functions, including Financial Planning & Analysis, Internal Audit, Fund Analysis & Operations, and Finance Technology.
• Development: Receive personalized coaching, guidance, and mentorship through regular meetings with department rotation managers and the AFP Program Manager.
• Training: Participate in comprehensive training and development experiences to build technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and soft skills.
• Contribution: Apply developed skills to deliver meaningful, strategic insights throughout your rotations.
• Collaboration: Cultivate relationships within a network of dedicated professionals and contribute to departmental projects or strategic initiatives across finance functions.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Graduating college senior or early career professional. Bachelor’s Degree in finance, accounting, economics, mathematics, data analytics, or statistics preferred; all majors considered.
• Experience: An interest in enabling critical internal functions within an organization.
• Skills: Strong communication, analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Adaptability and a results-oriented mindset with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Bonus: Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher. Professional presence and demeanor when working with colleagues and leadership. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a high-performing team.