2027 MUFG Analyst Programme: Finance Track

Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count?

Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world’s leading financial groups. Across the globe, we’re 150,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world.

With a vision to be the world’s most trusted financial group, it’s part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career.

Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded.

As a part of our graduate rotational programme in Amsterdam, you will have the opportunity to complete three rotations across three business areas with a final placementin one of the teams within the Finance Domain. 

Applications are open until 25 October 2026. We review applications on a rolling basis and may close this opportunity before the advertised deadline. We encourage you to apply to ensure your application is considered. To learn more about our programmes and how to apply, please visit our website: www.mufgcampus.com

Who We Are

We are MUFG. With over 360 years of heritage and more than 150,000 employees in 40 countries, we’ve grown to become one of the top ten banks in the world.

Combining our global network and financial strength with a dedication to becoming the world's most trusted financial group, we pride ourselves on exceeding client expectations and building long-term relationships. We support our clients and protect their interests with the highest levels of professionalism and expertise, while also serving society and fostering a sustainable vision for growth.

We’re looking for ambitious, driven individuals to join our team, and help us to become the world’s most trusted financial group. With graduate schemes and internships available around the world, you will have the opportunity to learn from some of the best experts in the industry.

What To Expect

You will complete three six months rotations after which you will join one of the teams within the Finance Domain. Your rotations might be in some of the following teams:

Financial Planning & Performance Management

The Financial Planning team supports strategic decision-making by providing insight into the bank's financial performance through budgeting, forecasting, analysis, and management reporting.

During your rotation, you will gain exposure to a broad range of financial planning activities and learn how to:

• Support the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
• Analyse financial performance against budgets, forecasts, and strategic objectives.
• Assist in the preparation of management information and performance reporting for senior management.
• Contribute to financial modelling, business planning, and performance analysis.
• Work with stakeholders across the organisation to understand business drivers and financial outcomes.

This rotation will provide you with a strong understanding of business performance management and the role of finance in supporting strategic decision-making within an international banking environment.

ESG reporting & Transformation

The ESG Reporting & Transformation team plays a key role in supporting the bank's sustainability reporting and disclosure strategy by delivering high-quality environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting across internal and external requirements. The team works closely with stakeholders across the organisation to strengthen reporting capabilities, enhance governance and controls, support evolving regulatory requirements, and contribute to MUFG's commitment to sustainable growth and responsible banking.

• Supporting the preparation of MBE's Annual Report, including sustainability disclosures under regulatory frameworks applicable to banks and in response to evolving market expectations.
• Supporting carbon accounting activities, including the calculation of the bank's financed emissions.
• Contributing to the modernization of reporting technologies and enhancing the integrated reporting system used across the bank.
• Engaging with stakeholders across Finance, Risk, Compliance, Human Resources, and business teams to support accurate and consistent ESG reporting.
• Contributing to the development and enhancement of sustainability reporting processes, controls, and governance frameworks.
• Analysing sustainability metrics and helping to identify trends, insights, and opportunities to improve the bank's sustainability performance.

This rotation will provide valuable insight into the rapidly evolving sustainability landscape and the growing role that environmental, social, and governance considerations play in the banking sector. You will gain practical experience in sustainability reporting, systems management, and regulatory developments while contributing to MUFG's ambition to create long-term sustainable value for clients, society, and the wider economy. 

Accounting & Financial Control

The Accounting team is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the bank's financial records and ensuring compliance with accounting standards (IFRS, US GAAP, JGAAP), internal policies, and control requirements.

During your rotation, you will gain hands-on experience in financial accounting and control activities, including:

• Supporting month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
• Performing balance sheet reconciliations and financial control activities.
• Contributing to the preparation and review of accounting entries and financial analyses.
• Supporting financial reporting and accounting compliance processes.
• Assisting in the enhancement of accounting procedures, controls, and reporting frameworks.
• Collaborating with stakeholders across Finance, Risk, Operations, and other business functions.
• Assisting with internal and external audit activities

This rotation will provide a strong foundation in financial accounting, internal controls, and financial reporting while offering insight into how finance functions support the safe and effective operation of a global banking institution.

Data Management Office (DMO)

In a highly regulated and data-driven banking environment, the Data Management Office (DMO) ensures that data is trusted, well-governed, and effectively controlled to support regulatory compliance, risk management, and strategic decision-making across the bank.

During your rotation, you will gain exposure to key data management activities and learn how to:

• Support the bank's Data Strategy and data transformation initiatives to improve data quality, integrity, and governance.
• Assist in implementing and monitoring data governance frameworks, policies, and controls, including oversight of Data Quality, Data Operations, and Reporting Risk.
• Contribute to BCBS 239 and broader regulatory compliance assessments, helping strengthen the bank's data governance maturity.
• Participate in data analysis and remediation activities to identify and resolve data issues, enhancing reporting accuracy and operational resilience.
• Support the management of Critical Data Elements (CDEs), data lineage, metadata, and business definitions to improve transparency and control.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Finance, Risk, Operations, Business, and Technology to drive effective data management and governance practices

This rotation provides exposure to enterprise-wide data governance, BCBS 239, and emerging AI governance requirements, offering valuable insight into how strong data controls, ownership, and governance frameworks enable a resilient, compliant, and data-driven financial institution

Our 18-month Analyst Programme begins with a comprehensive training curriculum designed to build your understanding of our products, clients, and business strategy. This foundation will equip you with the knowledge and confidence needed to succeed as you transition into your role. 

As part of a select Analyst cohort, you'll learn from some of the most experienced professionals in the industry while building connections with peers across the programme. Our collaborative culture encourages teamwork, while also creating opportunities for you to make your own impact. In our open and inclusive environment, senior colleagues are approachable, invested in your development, and eager to support your growth. In addition, your buddy and mentor will make sure you have all the support you need to succeed. And you’ll enjoy an ongoing commitment to your development as you build a lasting and rewarding career with us.

Join our Team

We look for talented, motivated and ambitious people who will be able to help drive our business forward. Successful candidates will:

• Be in their final year of study or have graduated in the last 12 months at MSc level
• Have a strong interest in financial markets
• Have excellent communication & interpersonal skills
• Have high levels of motivation and integrity
• Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Have excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Be innovative and have the ability to generate new and creative ideas

What we offer:

• Annual Gross salary € 47.000 - €50.000.
• Bonus under discretion of the Management Board (max 20% if your annual salary)
• 8% holiday allowance and 13th month payment.
• 30 vacation days per year. Optional you can buy 15 additional days.
• Commuting allowance based on annual public transport 2nd class, most economical way, or € 0,23 per km with a max of 75km one way.
• €5,00 net remote working compensation per day, with a maximum of €60,00 per month.
• Possibility to order a mobile phone (up to €800,-)
• Possibility to order Office Equipment’s for the home office, (up to €500,-)
• Remote Working Policy i.e. Working From Home (WFH) and Remote Working in another Country.
• Bicycle plan (fiscal benefit)
• Company fitness (fiscal benefit)
• Mental health workshops and budget for external courses (i.e. Dutch language classes).
• Employee contribution towards Pension insurance (max 5%, currently 2%), our pension scheme is based on a defined contribution scheme.
• Training & development possibilities paid by the bank

Additional information

The programme starts on 19 July 2027 with a 5-week entry training at EMEA headquarters in London. Following the entry training, analysts will return to Amsterdam to complete the rest of the programme and on-desk rotations.

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.

The role is based in the Netherlands. All candidates need to be willing to relocate to the Netherlands.

We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.

MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership.

We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.