Financial Services Scholarship Programme

Financial Services Scholarship Programme

Location: Dublin

Program Starting in September 2026

Closing Date:10th July 2026

Are you ready to launch your career in a global financial services organisation Fidelity Investments has an exciting opportunity for students finishing their Leaving Certificate or FETAC/QQI Level 5. Our Financial Services Scholarship Programme in partnership with Griffith College will give you the skills needed to launch a career in global financial services.

The Team:

Our operations group provides middle and back-office services to Fidelity businesses through innovation dedication and commitment to excellence. You will be placed in one of our teams who support the processing of financial transactions through the trade lifecycle including: Account Services Settlements Asset Services Tax Services Corporate Actions Security Reference Quality & Performance Index and Portfolio.

There are many diverse teams comprised of highly enthusiastic and driven individuals who trust in the power of innovation and teamwork to achieve great things. Our focus is on making our financial expertise broadly accessible and effective in helping people live the lives they want.

The Programme:

Upon joining in September 2026 successful candidates will have a full-time position and join a team within Fidelitys Operations group in Dublin while undertaking a fully funded part-time degree in Business with Griffith College. Your experience will begin with onboarding to Fidelity and learning the skills needed to be successful in your role. Fidelity will provide full support in all aspects of your training onboarding and role upskilling. Over the next 3 years you will complete a business degree part-time with a blend of learning in college and self-directed.

Work Full Time Earn

• 40 - hours per week

Study Part Time - Learn

• BA (Hons) in Business
• Tuition fees will be covered as part of this scholarship programme

Entry Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed Leaving Certificate or FETAC/QQI Level 5.
• You are required to have the following Leaving Certificate results upon completion: 2 x H5 and 4 x O6 including a minimum O6 in Maths and a language (which can be English Irish or 3rd Language)
• FETAC/QQI Level 5 for level 8 - minimum full level 5 award to include a minimum of 3 distinctions and a pass in all other remaining subjects.

The value you bring:

Are you the kind of person who:

• Enjoys working with others and in a team environment
• Works well within a team and knows how to respond to people
• Is highly motivated and punctual
• Likes to solve problems
• Is detail orientated
• Is customer focused or has experience working with customers
• Has experience completing projects where you have worked within a group
• Is enthusiastic with a strong interest in developing a career in financial services
• Has created presentations and delivered them to an audience

Whats in it for you

A career with Fidelity Ireland is filled with potential and youre empowered to build the kind of future you want as you help us redefine operational excellence. Theres lots on offer. From making a difference through community volunteerism to further professional accreditation or fuelling your passion by joining one of our many employee advocacy groups. We have an amazing package of benefits and programs designed to help you thrive.

As part of the scholarship programme you can expect the following:

• A degree in business
• Comprehensive benefits package including
  • Healthcare Plan and Employee Assistance Program
  • Lifestyle benefit an annual 500 tax-free pre-paid credit card
  • Subsidized onsite canteen
  • Access to lifestyle savings and discounts
  • Performance related bonus
  • Pension with company contribution based on age and tenure
  • Dedicated induction and onboarding
  • Assigned mentor and buddy
  • Friendly professional work environment