Rotational Analyst, 2026 Leadership Development Program, Toronto

ION Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FinTech firm is seeking candidates for their Leadership Development Program. This opportunity for emerging global talent involves multiple six-month rotations across various divisions, enhancing skills and understanding of the FinTech industry. Successful applicants will possess strong problem-solving skills, relevant academic qualifications, and demonstrate potential leadership abilities. Join this dynamic environment to develop your career and make a positive impact on the industry.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive environment

Continuous feedback and coaching

Qualifications

• Winter 2025 or Spring 2026 undergraduate graduation.
• 3.3/4.0 GPA or above (transcript required).
• STEM, Business, or Economics degrees preferred, ideally with relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of challenging projects.
• Prepare presentations and analyses for clients.
• Analyze product usage data to drive decisions.

Skills

Effective communication

Leadership potential

Problem-solving capabilities

Critical thinking

Education

Undergraduate degree in STEM, Business, or Economics

Job description

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. We provide software and data to our customers to simplify complex processes and digitize their businesses. Our products and services help the world's leading organizations do more, in a better and simpler way than ever before.

ION software underpins the global fixed‑income, foreign exchange, and derivatives markets, powers the world’s central banks, and enables the automation of workflows across critical treasury and commodities operations for thousands of companies worldwide. ION data and analytics are the golden source for M&A, equity, and leverage‑finance bankers worldwide. With a dynamic team of 13,000+ employees, in 40+ global offices, and 5,000+ customers worldwide, ION provides an unparalleled career experience for those who share our passion for growth and technological evolution.

ION Group consists of the following divisions:

• ION Analytics: Provider of investment banking M&A, equity and debt data, analytics, and content
• ION Commodities: Provider of energy and commodities trading and risk‑management solutions
• ION Markets: Provider of workflow solutions that automate the complete trade lifecycle and deliver actionable insights in real‑time
• ION Treasury: Provider of unique treasury and risk‑management solutions that help clients manage liquidity of any scale while mitigating operational, financial, and reputational risk

Our Program

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 university 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 three diverse, six‑month rotations covering a broad range of ION's core capabilities. At the end of their three rotations, analysts will transition to a deeper dive in one area of ION. Sample rotations / deep dives include:

• Product Management
• Client Support
• Consulting and Delivery Services
• Sales and Account Management

Analysts will spend their first rotation contributing through a role in their home office. However, analysts may have the opportunity to spend their second or third rotations in another location.

Leadership Development Program analysts will explore various roles across multiple ION divisions. LDP has a presence in Toronto, New York, Chicago, Houston, Hong Kong, Singapore, Tokyo, and London.

What You’ll Do

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. Throughout the program, you will also be encouraged to pursue interests and skills outside of your rotation to further yourself and the organization.

Highlighted Analyst Projects

• Conducted a strategic assessment of sales and trading workflows for a global investment bank’s fixed‑income division to help standardize processes, automate manual touchpoints, and improve overall sales efficiency
• Hands‑on experience deploying ION solutions in real‑world environments through implementation projects
• Analyzed product usage data to uncover trends and insights that drive decisions
• Translated client requirements into detailed user stories for software development
• Managed technical and commercial relationships for clients’ use of ION solutions through understanding of client requirements and goals
• Led product sales campaigns and executed commercial processes to expand ION’s client base

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

• Winter 2025 or Spring 2026 undergraduate graduation
• 3.3/4.0 GPA or above (transcript required)
• STEM, Business, or Economics degrees preferred, and/or demonstrable interest in finance and/or technology, ideally including work experience
• Authorization to work in selected country without restriction or need for sponsorship
• 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

How You’ll Grow

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 zone. The LDP gives analysts the opportunity to identify their passions and cultivate their skills. Our goal is for you to complete the program equipped with sufficient knowledge, and the potential, to become future leaders.

Transitioning into your deep‑dive role, you will further explore your passions within ION.

Find your passion, build your skills, hone your excellence, and make a difference.

ION is committed to maintaining a supportive and inclusive environment for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We respect the varied identities, abilities, cultures, and traditions of the individuals who comprise our organization and recognize the value that different backgrounds and points of view bring to our business.

ION adheres to an equal employment opportunity policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor.