VIE Operational Readiness Analyst

hrhub; Porto; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Euronext is seeking an Operational Readiness Analyst for its Porto team as part of the International Graduate Programme (VIE). The role focuses on supporting business requirements, test data management and user acceptance testing in a multicultural, multi-location setup.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in business/finance, are fluent in English, and thrive in fast-paced environments. Travel willingness and strong MS Office skills are valued for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in business management, finance or related field.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of another European language is a plus.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Strong organizational skills with multi-task prioritization.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities for operational readiness.

Responsibilities

• Support the setup of business requirements with product owners.
• Create and maintain traceability matrices between product and business needs.
• Develop and validate user test cases with business owners.
• Maintain test data across testing environments with business owners.
• Assist in drafting Test Strategies and Plans for testing processes.
• Execute and supervise user acceptance tests and share results with stakeholders.
• Handle defect management and generate detailed test reports.
• Support SCRUM teams in operational readiness activities.
• Address test maintenance through Change Requests (CRs).
• Identify QA improvements and test automation opportunities.
• Foster collaboration and accountability within the team.
• Contribute to evolution of tools used for UAT.

Skills

English fluency

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Ability to work in international teams

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in business management/finance

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Teams

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Join us as an Operational Readiness Analyst in our International Graduate Programme (VIE)!

Are you ready to kickstart your career with the leading pan-European market infrastructure? Euronext is seeking a dynamic candidate to join Euronext Securities Porto team as an International Graduate (V.I.E) from August or September 2025 for an initial period of 12 months, in Porto.

This role, based at Euronext Securities Porto, offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment. You will support operational readiness by contributing to business requirements, managing test data and process, and assisting with user acceptance testing. Strong adaptability, technical skills, and effective communication are essential for success in this multicultural, multi-location role.

The Euronext Securities business consists of four Central Securities Depositories (CSDs) in Portugal, Denmark, Norway and Italy providing issuance, custody and settlement services to the capital markets.

As Operational Readiness Analyst, you will be primarily responsible for:

• Support the setup of business requirements based on product requirements, in close collaboration with business owners.
• Create and maintain traceability matrices, aligning product and business requirements.
• Develop and validate user test cases in partnership with business owners.
• Maintain test data in all testing environments, working with business owners.
• Support the drafting of Test Strategies and Plans to guide testing processes.
• Execute, supervise and coordinate the execution of user acceptance tests and share results with required stakeholders.
• Handle defect management and generate detailed test reports.
• Support SCRUM teams in their specific roles related to operational readiness.
• Address test maintenance needs through Change Requests (CRs).
• Identify opportunities of improvement on Quality Assurance, test automation and the evolution of tools for user acceptance testing.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment, promoting accountability and continuous improvement.

Your profile:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in business management, finance, or a related field.
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in any other European language is a plus.
• Ability to meet deadlines and deliver results in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a capacity to quickly understand complex operational and regulatory issues.
• A quick learner, with a proactive mindset and strong attention to detail.
• Proven experience working in international teams and a collaborative environment.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining team alignment and communication.
• High proficiency in MS Outlook, MS Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Working with us means:

• An agile, innovative and dynamic company where you can make an impact
• A professional experience designed for young graduates with exciting potential for international mobility and development opportunities

Additional Information

Expect start date: January 2027

Check the eligibility criteria of this VIE Program, set by Business France

Euronext Values

Unity

• We respect and value the people we work with
• We are unified through a common purpose
• We embrace diversity and strive for inclusion

Integrity

• We value transparency, communicate honestly and share information openly
• We act with integrity in everything we do
• We don't hide our mistakes, and we learn from them

Agility

• We act with a sense of urgency and decisiveness
• We are adaptable, responsive and embrace change
• We take smart risks

Energy

• We are positively driven to make a difference and challenge the status quo
• We focus on and encourage personal leadership
• We motivate each other with our ambition

Accountability

• We deliver maximum value to our customers and stakeholders
• We take ownership and are accountable for the outcome
• We reward and celebrate performance

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, gender, age, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other legally protected factor. We value the unique talents of all our people, who come from diverse backgrounds with different personal experiences and points of view and we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect.

Additional Information

This job description is only describing the main activities within a certain role and is not exhaustive. It does not prevent to add more tasks, projects.