Graduate Programme

About us
Macquarie Group (Macquarie) is a global provider of banking, financial, advisory, investment and funds management services.
Founded in 1969, Macquarie employs more than 15,500 people in over 28 countries. At 31 March 2011, Macquarie had assets under management of £200 billion.

Macquarie organises its activities into six operating groups within which individual businesses operate.

• Fixed Income, Currencies and Commodities (FICC)
• Macquarie Capital (MacCap)
• Macquarie Funds Group (MFG)
• Macquarie Securities Group (MSG)
• Corporate and Asset Finance Group (CAF)
• Banking and Financial Services Group (BFS)

Key to Macquarie's success is a unique management style that provides individual businesses with a balance between operating freedom, control on risk limits and observance of the highest professional standards. This philosophy encourages a sense of ownership and entrepreneurial endeavour among our people and has produced a stream of major financial innovations throughout Macquarie's history.

The Graduate Programme

On our graduate programme you'll join a specific business group and be an integral member of the team from the start. You'll participate in a structured induction and our open, non-hierarchical environment fosters real team work. From day one you'll gain hands-on experience, take responsibility and get the exposure and freedom to determine your career path and make your mark within a highly successful organisation.

We have recruited graduates into full-time, permanent positions within the following business areas across Europe:

• Fixed Income, Currencies and Commodities (FICC)
• Macquarie Capital (MacCap)
• Macquarie Funds Group (MFG)
• Macquarie Securities Group (MSG)
• Corporate and Asset Finance Group (CAF)
• Information Technology Group (ITG)
• Risk Management Group (RMG)

Our diversity of business and commitment to career development means you'll find your niche and excel.

More than just Banking

Macquarie is also committed to giving back to the societies in which we operate. The Macquarie Group Foundation was established in 1985 to formalise Macquarie’s community support programme and to provide a leadership role in corporate philanthropy. Macquarie has provided support to over 1,300 community organisations, focusing on the key areas of education, the arts, health, welfare and the environment.  Since its’ inception, the Foundation and Macquarie staff have contributed approximately £71 million.

In the UK, the foundation has worked on numerous causes, including establishing a partnership with the Princes Trust, Streetwise Opera, and working with the London Philharmonic Orchestra on their adopt-a-class scheme.

What we look for

We look for people who want to drive their own success. High calibre, motivated individuals from diverse backgrounds who can demonstrate flexibility and think creatively. At Macquarie you'll have the freedom to find your own career path and be successfully different.

We seek high calibre candidates from a range of disciplines who are in line to obtain at least a 2:1 (or equivalent). Candidates should have a strong interest in the financial services sector, knowledge of current market activity and the desire to succeed.

They should also demonstrate the below attributes:

• High levels of motivation
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Entrepreneurial spirit
• The ability to come up with bright ideas
• A strong sense of discipline and integrity
• A genuine interest in financial markets
• The ability to work as part of a successful team

Apply online at http://www.macquarie.com/mgl/com/global-careers/emea/gradrecruitment.

Our deadline for full-time applications is 7 November 2011, however, we recruit on a rolling basis so advise you to submit your application as soon as possible.