Business Graduate Programme(FTSE Russell)

LSEG; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Emotional wellbeing

Physical wellbeing

Financial wellbeing

Other benefits: MyOffers

Job summary

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) is launching a 12-month graduate programme in New York designed to build foundational skills for a career in global financial markets. You will join the FTSE Russell Division, with a focus on both instant reaction and long-term strategic thinking, rotating into roles across indices and benchmarking solutions.

The programme targets graduates in 2026 or final-year students, offering divisional inductions, leadership exposure, and opportunities to earn industry

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in financial markets through studies, work experience or activities.
• Curiosity for data and ability to analyse information to draw conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 12-month development journey to build foundational skills.
• Take part in global induction and team-led overviews to understand the business.
• Engage in group projects aligned to LSEG goals and attend the Ignite offsite mid-point.

Skills

Interest in financial markets

Data analysis

Strategic thinking

Adaptability

Communication skills

Education

Graduation 2026 / final year student

Job description

Programme start date: September 2027

Our award-winning graduate programme provides the ideal springboard for an exciting and meaningful career in global financial markets.

As a graduate, you will join the FTSE Russell Division. The division isa dynamic, fast-paced environment whereinstantreaction and long-term visionareequally important.

Our FTSE Russell division help investors make better-informed decisions, for indices and benchmarking solutions. FTSE Russell provide category defining indices across asset classes and investment objectives to create new possibilities for the global investment community.

To be eligible you must be a graduate who has completed your studies in 2026 or a final year undergraduate or Master’s student and have completed all the requirements of your course before summer 2027.

Highlights of the Graduate Programme

• Progress through a 12-month development journey aiming to build foundational skills that are key for your future success

• Build your foundational knowledge of LSEG, Financial Markets and the business during your global induction

• Divisional-led inductions to immerse graduates into the business through team-led overviews and introductions

• Participate in group projects which are aligned to LSEG goals

• Meet in person with your cohort at ‘Ignite’, the programme mid-point skills offsite. Explore key knowledge areas and skills

• Access opportunities to earn industry recognized qualifications,including 5 study days during programme

• Connect with global early careers community and opportunities and contribute to wider society via CSR initiatives and volunteering opportunities

Our graduates join us on a permanent basis, and from day one you will be aligned to FTSE Russell, which will allow you to develop within a secure framework.

This is a great opportunity for students studying a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics subject or Finance, Economics with a strong inclination towards FinTech/Technology to apply their skills to Business related role. During the recruitment process we will get to know your skills and interest and how they align with the needs of the business to place you in your first rotation.

What we are looking for:

We are passionate about recruiting people who want to understand the full breadth of our organisation, how it fits together, how it functions – and are interested in playing a part of our development, as it grows and diversifies.

• You should have a demonstrable interest in financial markets, which you’ve built through your studies, work experience or extracurricular activities.

• A curiosity for data and an ability to analyse information to draw conclusions and propose solutions.

• Individuals who are able to connect the dots and think strategically.

• The environment we work in is fast paced, you’ll need to demonstrate focus, resilience and the flexibility to adapt to changing demands.

• People who can collaborate with others, using their strong communication skills in the process.

You will stand out to us if you can demonstrate and recognise that what you achieve is equally important as how you achieve it.

Application close: 28 November. We consider candidates on a rolling basis. Due to the volume of applications, we might close the applications earlier, so we recommend you apply early.

Please note, all our assessment centres are held virtually.

At LSEG, we provide our employees with a comprehensive benefits portfolio as part of a competitive total rewards package. Our benefit plans are designed to supplement the financial, emotional and physical wellbeing of our employees and their families at all stages of their life. We encourage an appreciative, collaborative and inclusive culture that promotes employee and organisational wellbeing.

We believe in remunerating our people with a variety of attractive benefits such as:

• Emotional Wellbeing: Annual wellness allowance; Employee assistance programme

• Physical Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance; Optional dental Insurance; Gym membership & discounts

• Financial Wellbeing: Life Insurance; Income protection; Pension

• Other benefits: MyOffers: access to a range of retail discounts

We believe hybrid working makes more possible andrecognise difference as a good thing. We want to seteveryone up to bring their best self to work. Everyone will spend time with colleagues in the office (3 days), butyou’ll be trusted to work flexibly, in a way that deliversexcellence.

Career Stage:

Associate

Compensation/Benefits Information:

LSEG is committed to offering competitive Compensation and Benefits. The anticipated base salary for this position is $62,800 - $104,600.

Please be aware base salary ranges may vary by geographic location, city and state. In addition to our offered base salary, this role is eligible for our Annual Incentive Plan (AIP/”bonus plan”). Target AIP rates will be commensurate with role level and posted career stage.

Individual salary will be reflective of job related knowledge, skills and equivalent experience. LSEG roles (excluding internships and part-time roles of less than 20 hours per week) are typically eligible for inclusion in our LSEG Benefits program, which includes offerings of: Annual Wellness Allowance, Paid time-off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending & Health Savings Options, Prescription Drug plan, 401(K) Savings Plan and Company match. LSEG’s Benefits plan also includes basic life insurance, disability benefits, emergency backup dependent care, adoption assistance commuter assistance etc.

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Information:

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we’d love to hear from you.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership , Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.