MBA Development Program - General Management

Shape the future of investing

Vanguards MBA Leadership Development program isnt just a chance to advance your leadership abilities: its an opportunity to impact the financial future of our investors. Here you can influence strategic decisions at one of the worlds leading investment firms. While we provide the tools for success you will determine how to use them and make it count.

Step forward with a global market leader

Are you a highly motivated individual with a curious mind and desire to actively improve yourself Then use your mental agility and resourcefulness to advance our mission - standing up for over twenty million clients worldwide! Here you will regularly take on a variety of challenges in a multifaceted industry using your abilities to make real leadership impact driving initiatives forward in a team environment with a strong interest in developing others! If you are intrepid adventurous and unafraid to build your own path then you are exactly who were looking for

At the program level

• You will engage in high-impact strategic assignments across different areas of the business to help meet the financial needs of our clients
• You will impact the way people invest by seizing new opportunities and identifying critical insights for Vanguard!
• You will receive thorough coaching and mentorship from Vanguards senior management.
• You will complete a comprehensive onboarding program anchored by Vanguard business and baseline investment acumen.
• You will integrate into a robust alumni network who share your belief of doing whats right for our clients.
• You will uncover your journey to success with individualized pathways ranging from a focused specialization to pivotal initiatives serving the broader enterprise.

During the program you will

• Tackle business challenges with rigor demonstrating the ability to successfully assimilate into each area understand the objectives of the assignment in the broader context of Vanguard exceed or achieve rotation objectives with accountability for all projects and assignments
• Build sound business and investment skills through onboarding and rotations. Apply understanding of Vanguards investment methodology products and services and the competitive environment to deliver and complete high-impact projects.
• Conduct efficient and detailed research and analysis of strategic driven product/service and business model opportunities and issues confronting Vanguard.
• Interpret and analyze both internal and external data of high complexity using conceptual thinking and discernment to derive key insights for strategic projects.
• Refine presentation and leadership impact skills through formal and informal training through peer mentor and leader feedback.
• Engage in continual personal and professional development with a proven dedication to training and research and building tenacious personal learning habits.
• Manage projects from inception through implementation ensuring project requirements are met.

What it takes

• You have an undergraduate and MBA degree. A minimum of 5 years work experience post undergrad reflecting a progression of increased responsibilities and impact including exposure to strategy consulting or business analytics.
• Comfort with ambiguity and a willingness to explore challenges and pivot as needed. This requires intentional reflection partnership and consideration on your part.
• Deep curiosity and interest in investment management and demonstrated agility in learning.
• Excellent relationship management and leadership skills.
• Clear and effective communicator.
• You can make brave decisions with an ability to collaboratively influence and effectively interact at all levels both internally and externally in a matrixed environment.

Benefits

Our Total Rewards package reflects our mission and values providing care security and fulfillment for you and your family today and long-term. We support the key areas of your life with best-in-class benefits for your financial physical and personal wellness:

• Pay for performance including annual performance bonuses merit increases and an annual Partnership bonus.
  • Base Pay: $145000
• Industry-leading retirement savings plans:
  • 401(k) contribution 55% above the national average.
  • Quarterly 401(k) contribution of 10% of your eligible pay.
• 23 paid days off plus 10 federal holidays.
• 78% of your medical costs are covered compared to 68% by other financial services companies.
• Unparalleled Health Savings Account (HSA) seed and match 5x the amount as other contributing employers.
• A $1500 FlexFund annual stipend for personally meaningful conveniences 3x the average amount offered by other employers.
• Top-tier programs for your emotional and mental health:
  • Access to 2x more coaching and therapy sessions compared to other employers.
  • A caregiving concierge program something only one in five employers offer.

Special Factors

• The start date for this program will be late summer 2026.
• Please note this position is hybrid and based in our Malvern PA headquarters.
• Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position. Additionally employment is contingent on a successful drug-screening result.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

About Vanguard

At Vanguard we dont just have a missionwere on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning collaboration and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.