Graduate Seed Program - Risks (2027)

About the role

BBVA's Be Talent BBVA Seed Program (Risks edition) is designed for recent graduates who want to start their career in the Risks area. For 24 months, participants work on diverse projects, rotating every 6 months through different units at the Ciudad BBVA headquarters in Madrid. The program gives a 360-degree view of the bank, develops technical competencies and leads to consolidation in a Risks team after completion.

Key responsibilities

• Rotate every 6 months through different units within Risks, with rotations aligned to your goals, experience, skills and interests
• Complete a 4 to 6-week international stay at one of BBVA's global headquarters during the program
• Work in multidisciplinary teams and take part in projects such as analyzing geopolitical impacts, financing operations and AI-based solutions
• Receive guidance from a buddy and a mentor, with continuous performance feedback

Required profile

• Bachelor's or double degree (graduation 2025-2026) in Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Sciences, Econometrics, Economics, Business Administration, Finance, Data Science, Engineering or another scientific, technological or legal discipline, with interest in finance and risk management
• A Master's in Risk Management, Quantitative Finance, Actuarial Sciences, Statistics, Data Science, AI or Quantitative Models is desirable
• Excellent academic record; prior experience not required but internships are positively considered
• Spanish and English at C1 level
• Valid residence and work permit to sign an employment contract in Spain

Required skills

• Knowledge of databases and familiarity with AI tools
• Analytical skills, problem-solving and critical thinking
• Teamwork and excellent verbal and written communication

What we offer

• Permanent full-time contract, starting in March 2027 (subject to confirmation)
• Hybrid model: 60% office, 40% remote per quarter
• Training, mentoring and a supportive community
• Consolidation in a Risks team after the program

Applications close on 4 November 2026 via the Workday portal, with psychometric and English tests, interviews and a Talent Challenge in January 2027. Onboarding is in March or September 2027 depending on availability.