Graduate Progam - Risk Analytics

Location: Ferrara, Province of Ferrara, Italy

Department: Risk & Analytics, Risk

Workplace: on_site

Employment Type: temporary

Description

About Fasanara
Founded in 2011, Fasanara Capital is a London-headquartered global asset manager and technology platform managing approximately USD 6 billion in assets, with a team of 120+ professionals globally.

We combine investment expertise with advanced data, analytics and proprietary technology to originate, analyse and manage complex portfolios at scale.

The Graduate Programme – Fasanara Talent Grand Prix 🏎️
The Graduate Talent Grand Prix is a structured, multi-stage selection process designed to identify the strongest STEM graduates in Italy.

With the opening of our Ferrara office, we are creating a direct bridge between local talent and global opportunities.

High performers are everywhere — and deserve a chance.
Excellence knows no geography. Opportunity often does.
The gap between the two is where inequality lives — and where real alpha hides.

At Fasanara, we focus on identifying overlooked talent and connecting it to capital, technology and a global platform. Because when opportunity catches up with talent, the results are outsized.

This programme is designed to give high-potential graduates direct exposure to a global investment platform through hands-on experience, real projects, and close collaboration with experienced teams.

Overview of the Role
As part of the Risk & Analytics team based in our Ferrara office, you will support the Analytics function across financial reporting, quantitative analysis, portfolio monitoring, and data-driven decision making.

You will:

• Analyse portfolio performance and support ongoing monitoring
• Contribute to credit and risk analysis
• Support structured financial and internal reporting
• Produce analysis used by senior stakeholders
• Work with large datasets to generate insights
• Improve reporting processes, automation and data accuracy

Requirements

You must have:

• Right to work in Italy (no visa sponsorship)
• Professional working proficiency in English
• Graduated or graduating by September 2026

Academic background:

• Degree in Quantitative Finance, Econometrics, Economics, Operational Research or similar
• Other STEM degrees will also be considered
• Master’s degree preferred

Skills:

• Python – intermediate or above
• SQL – basic knowledge
• Excel – strong proficiency (e.g. XLOOKUP, pivot tables)
• Ability to perform quantitative/statistical analysis
• Understanding of credit and financial instruments
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail
• Clear communication skills in Italian and English
• Previous internship or relevant work experience is a plus

Application Process & Timeline

You can apply on LinkedIn, selected university platforms in Emilia-Romagna, or our Careers Page.

Process:

• Application
• Online Python technical assessment
• Video interviews (English and values)
• Final in-person assessment day in Ferrara

Start date: September 2026
Programme duration: 6 months (until March 2027)

Benefits

What is in it for you

• 📅 6-month paid graduate programme (September 2026 – March 2027)
• 💰 €1,000 per month + meal vouchers (buoni pasto)
• 🏢 Full-time, on-site experience in our Ferrara office
• 🌍 Exposure to an international quantitative hedge fund
• 📊 Work on live projects with real business impact
• 🤝 Structured mentorship, training and continuous feedback

At the end of the programme:

• 🚀 Top performers will be offered permanent roles
• 💼 Starting salary of €35,000 + bonus scheme
• 📈 Long-term career progression and access to additional benefits
• 🌐 Exposure to international teams and London HQ