1. Nordea Graduate Programme You invest your talent – we grow together Geir Kristensen – HR Partner Nordea Markets

2. Why should you apply for a graduate position in Nordea? 14/04/2011 2 Characteristics: You get a permanent position in the biggest financial organisation in the Nordics You are hired to a specific position – from where you can chose to move/rotate (individual development plan) You get a unique introduction to the whole Nordea organisation You get a cross Nordic and cross organisational network

3. Screening of CV and cover letter Skills and experience Master’s degree International experience Excellent English skills Fluent in one of the Nordic languages (some positions) Maximum 2 year post-academic working experience Personality Ambition Drive Learning ability and academic level Leadership/ownership “The little extra”

4. Recruitment process Application Assessment centre (ability test, interview and group work) 2 nd round interview incl. personality profile (3 rd round interview maybe with a case) In the process we look for people who: “Comes across the table” - express yourself clear Shows self-confidence and team play Forms opinions in a team Demonstrates professional skills and reflections You invest your talent – we grow together

5. The recruitment process – why did I make it through? The obvious parameters will get you to the assessment day: Education, application, grades and CV From then on it’s all about people Not just corny company values Proof: “You were average in test, good in case study, but not the best, but I really liked you so we’d like to see you for an interview.” (My feedback from assessment day) Interview: 2½ hours, three people interviewing Academic test? Not really Testing for drive and energy, engagement, opinions and curiosity. And selling water bottles… As my manager once said to me; “Anna, we don’t hire graduates based on what they can do, we hire them based on what they can do in two years’ time!” THE FACTS 28 years Graduate in Sales & Research (2012-2013). Now controller in Market Risk Graduated from CBS in 2012 Cand.Merc.Mat – GPA 9.1 (worst grade: 4, best grade 12) 5 years as a student assistant in Nykredit (Tele-sales, IT and Markets) 3 years in CMM study board Mentoring first year students 2 years as board member in CMM alumni association 27/11/2013 5

6. What is my best advice if you want to be a graduate? Focus on the job and the company, not just the graduate part Make sure you fit the description: Chose the right education (might be too late) Get decent grades Work on your CV, but remember common sense! Remember that it’s all about people, not just CVs What do I use the most from my studies in my job? Analytical thinking Economic and financial theory Risk and mathematical finance. And some programming... What is life as a Nordea Graduate like? 6 27/11/2013 What has surprised me about being a graduate? High involvement from management You truly feel like an investment (courses, certificates, etc.) The seminars were a lot more fun and useful than I expected Other people’s (very diverse) ideas on graduate programs…

7. The Nordea talent definition Someone seen as having the ability to work at a higher level of responsibility and take on significantly more complex work in the future. This person is identified of the basis of sustained high performance and high potential and own motivation to grow. ”

8. Job ads are published on nordea.com/career (from mid December) Send application to relevant positions and locations Include cover letter and CV Welcome with your application: www.nordea.com/careerwww.nordea.com/career I’m ready to join Nordea as a graduate!

9. 9 Key elements of the Nordea Graduate programme Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q1 Q4 Q2 Q3 Q4 SEMINAR 1 SEMINAR 2 SEMINAR 3SEMINAR 4 REUNION INBETWEEN ACTIVITIES INBETWEEN ACTIVITIES INBETWEEN ACTIVITIES MENTORING PROCESS BUSINESS TRACK ACTIVITIES ON THE JOB – TRAINING

10. The three corner stones of the Graduate Programme Business knowledge Get to know Nordea Business strategy Understanding the value chain On the job training Business knowledge Get to know Nordea Business strategy Understanding the value chain On the job training Employeeship Performance management Connect & team up Change management Communication Employeeship Performance management Connect & team up Change management Communication Personal growth Personal awareness Development plan Feedback and coaching Mentoring Personal growth Personal awareness Development plan Feedback and coaching Mentoring

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12. Nordea Graduate programme – in short A part of the talent programmes Has been running since year 2000 60-65 graduates/year >700 participants

13. Benefits from being a graduate Personal growth via coaching, mentoring etc. Networks in the organisation and cross-border A thorough and structured introduction to Nordea Our expectations on you: Make it happen Share & be proactive Inspire and be a role-model

14. ” Everything everybody does in Nordea has one purpose: to create great customer experiences! - Christian Clausen, President and Group CEO

15. “The Graduate Programme is a great opportunity for personal development, to explore the entire organisation, meet new interesting people and kick start your career.“ Erica from Wealth Management in Sweden “The learning curve is steep and your career starts right away. If you grab the opportunity given to you as a Nordea graduate, your own development will go faster than you could imagine.” Morten from Retail Banking in Norway “In this privileged position I have a wide range of opportunities, from interesting job rotation to professional mentoring. For me the programme has been the luckiest on-boarding to work life.” Anni from Group HR in Finland ”The Graduate Programme presents the opportunity to focus on your personal development and career and to get inspired by fellow graduates and high profile speakers.“ Simon from Wholesale Banking in Denmark

16. Foundation: Profit orientation and prudent cost, risk and capital management Great customer experiencesIt’s all about peopleOne Nordea team A Great European bank, acknowledged for its people, creating superior value for customers and shareholders

17. After the programme Work with your career plan Use and expand your network Continue to challenge yourself Continue to be an ambassador

18. You invest your talent – we grow together www.nordea.com/graduateFollow Nordea www.nordea.com/graduate Trine Gregory Bohl Employer Branding Manager