Graduate Program - Client Solutions - Group Payments Solutions

UniCredit; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

UniCredit Group invites ambitious graduates to join Group Payment Solutions (GPS) as part of a structured early-carer program. You will contribute to the development, governance and strategic evolution of payment, cash-management and clearing services, working with international teams across Europe.

You will analyze market trends, assist in digital transformation initiatives and support cross-functional collaborations with Group Functions, Operations and suppliers to drive scalable, innovative

Qualifications

• Fluency in English is required.
• Relevant work or internship experience.
• Excellent university degree.
• International exposure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze market trends and customer needs to support GPS evolution.
• Assist in the design and implementation of digital transformation initiatives for payments platforms.
• Coordinate activities across countries and Group Functions to foster alignment.
• Assess service levels provided by external suppliers with Operations and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to business development and cross-selling initiatives.
• Support management of strategic partnerships and third-party providers.

Skills

English fluency

International experience

Early responsibility

Relevant internship experience

Education

Excellent university degree

Job description

The Group Payment Solutions (GPS) Product Line is responsible for defining and steering the Group-wide strategy for payments, cash management, clearing, acquiring and issuing products and services. Our mission is to ensure a competitive and innovative offering, fully aligned with market dynamics and technological evolution.

GPS oversees the development and management of payment and cash-management solutions, designs and implements marketing strategies, and identifies new business and cross-selling opportunities across the Group. The structure coordinates initiatives aimed at accelerating the digital transformation of payments platforms, fosters synergies across countries and functions, and ensures effective collaboration with key suppliers and strategic partners to support business growth and continuity.

What you can expect from us

As a Graduate within Group Payment Solutions, you will support the team in activities related to the development, governance and strategic evolution of the Group’s payment, cash management and clearing services. In this role, you will:

• Contribute to the analysis of market trends, customer needs and competitors’ offerings to support the evolution of GPS products.
• Assist in the design and implementation of initiatives aimed at enhancing the digital transformation of payment platforms.
• Support the coordination of Group-wide activities, collaborating with different countries and Group Functions to foster alignment and knowledge sharing.
• Participate in the assessment of service levels provided by external suppliers, working closely with Operations and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to business development activities, including identifying new opportunities and supporting cross-selling initiatives.
• Assist in managing strategic partnerships and third-party providers essential for product evolution and business continuity.

What we expect from you

• Relevant work/internship experience
• Excellent University degree and academic records
• Relevant international experience
• Confidence to take on early responsibility
• Fluency in English is a prerequisite

Our offer to you

• A unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a strategic area at the core of the Group’s transformation.
• Exposure to cutting-edge topics in payments, digital innovation and product development at Group level.
• The chance to collaborate with senior professionals, international teams and multiple Group Functions.
• A structured learning journey designed to accelerate your professional growth and build solid technical and soft skills.
• A dynamic, inclusive and innovation-driven work environment.
• Access to networking opportunities, training programs and development initiatives dedicated to young talent.
• The opportunity to contribute to impactful projects with real business relevance from day one.

About UniCredit Group

UniCredit is a pan-European leading commercial bank providing best-in-class solutions and services across Italy, Germany, Austria, and Central and Eastern Europe. Our Vision is to be the Bank for Europe's Future. Our Purpose is to Empower Communities to Progress, delivering the best-in-class products and services for all stakeholders, unleashing the potential of our people and our clients across Europe. We serve over 20 million clients, supported by three Group product factories - Corporate, Individual and Payment Solutions - that ensure best-in-class expertise and scalable solutions across all markets. Our integrated model combines local proximity, deep client understanding and Group-wide capabilities, enabling seamless service and outstanding client experience. Digitalisation, operational excellence and a strong commitment to ESG principles underpin our journey, helping us deliver sustainable long-term value for clients, communities, employees and shareholders. Our shared Culture unites our people across all countries, empowering teamwork, driven execution and ambition through Ownership, Integrity and Caring.