What’s it like to work on the trading floor as dealer or software engineer? FFP interns share their insights
(FFP #3) Meet three Future Finance Professional interns - they come with different backgrounds and diverse fields of interest, and enjoy challenging tasks and hanging out with fellow interns. Hear about Akseli’s ‘fascinating work’ in Fixed Income Sales, and how to turn a big loss into a great win. Meet Juho-Matti and Jesse, who are in to computer science, and hear about their diverse software engineering tasks, such as building large-scale systems and onboarding in large software projects.
We all have personal values. They define our beliefs and guide our choices, and when our actions align with our values, they lead to a fulfilling life. But what about the values of the organisations we work for?
(FFP #2) Moving along in our blog series featuring students in our Future Finance Professional (FFP) programme in Finland, you now get to meet Sandra, Ilmari and Arttu. Check out their blog and see what it’s like to work in a back office function like Ilmari and Arttu do, and hear about Sandra’s work in the frontline, executing trades and joining customer meetings in Markets FX Sales Finland – and learn how the two units are interdepended.
Inspiring, educational and fun – Meet Caj, FFP intern in Equity Research
In spring, we had the pleasure of welcoming yet another group of 22 talented students to join our renowned Future Finance Professional (FFP) programme in Finland. In this first blog in a FFP series, we introduce you to Caj, who works as assistant analyst in Equity Research, which involves morning reports, company analysis, client meetings and IPOs and more.
Meet Essi and Rosa - see why Rosa 'fell in love with financial law' in Group Legal
(Video) Are you curious about what it is like to work in a Group Legal team? This video interview with law students Rosa and Essi sheds light on the working culture and the varied tasks within Group Legal and its Large Corporates & Institutions Legal team in Finland. Tune in and hear about their learnings from working with ‘inspiring colleagues’, and their advice for future trainees.
Nordea graduates turn challenge into victory – Graduate Case Competition winners
As part of the Nordea Graduate Summit held in Copenhagen, teams of graduates were invited to solve a real business challenge, sponsored by Business Banking. Five graduates stood out with a solution that combined strategic insight, customer value, and practical execution. Their journey – from initial uncertainty to winning presentation – offered a powerful example of what can be achieved through collaboration and a shared determination to make an impact.
WFIP has been a confidence boost – an inspiring and fun learning experience
“After each session, I felt excited and looked forward to the next one. I definitely feel more equipped to take the next step in my career after having joined Women’s Finance Insight Programme.” Read the students blog summing up their experiences from our annual Women’s Finance Insight Programme.
Women’s Finance Insight Programme is ‘such a valuable experience’ – students tell why
What's it like to work within high-paced areas like Markets and Investment Banking? What do they do, what does it take to make it there? 65 students joined our Women’s Finance Insight Programme, looking for answers. They got what they came for, and much more - such as a head start on their career.
The graduate programme has been one of my best decisions career-wise. As a Personal Banking graduate I had the opportunity to develop my leadership skills right after starting the graduate programme. In addition, my second job rotation gave me a behind-the-scenes look at how customer services are developed.
Beyond a bank: A deep dive into the complex tech landscape of Nordea
Nordea’s technological ecosystem is a multifaceted landscape where numerous factors intertwine, creating an environment that is both challenging and intriguing. Let’s break down this complexity and explore the various elements that add layers to the relationship between technology and business.
Detection, prevention, response - staying ahead of cyber threats
Nowhere is cybersecurity more critical than in the banking industry, where the stakes are high, and the threats are continuously evolving. With an increasingly complex threat landscape, banks like Nordea are targets for cyber-attacks. At Nordea, we believe that the foundation of success lies in a strong defence. Let's delve into how Nordea’s cybersecurity professionals are leading the charge in safeguarding customers data and financial assets.
