Ready to launch your sales career on the Amsterdam Stock Exchange trading floor? Whether you have just graduated or already have some initial experience, this Traineeship gives you the opportunity to build your brokering career in the dynamic world of financial and renewable energy markets at AFS.Starting in august, our 2-month traineeship offers an intensive, hands-on learning experience, to kick off your long-term sales career at AFS. You'll be based on the historic Amsterdam Stock Exchange trading floor, gaining real exposure to markets and products, developing your network, and learning directly from experienced professionals.About the traineeshipThe traineeship is designed to give you a strong foundation in both the financial and renewable energy markets, and a clear understanding of how AFS Group and AFS Energy operate within these fast-paced, commercially driven industries.At AFS Group and AFS Energy, you’ll discover the dynamic world of trading, from traditional financial markets to the rapidly evolving field of renewable energy. You’ll rotate across multiple desks, gain real exposure to our products and clients, and receive hands-on training from experienced colleagues.Alongside these desk rotations, you’ll follow a program that includes professional skill-building sessions, targeted sales and negotiation training, personal development sessions, and fun activities together. Throughout the program, we’ll help you uncover your strengths and develop the mindset and skills needed to thrive in brokering.We don’t expect you to have it all figured out yet. What matters most is your drive: you’re eager to (cold) call clients, target-driven and motivated by results, socially confident, an energetic team player, and ready to prove yourself in a competitive market.This is your opportunity to step into the heart of the financial and energy markets, gain experience on the Amsterdam Stock Exchange trading floor, connect with your new colleagues, and build a solid foundation for a long-term, successful career as a broker. At the end of the traineeship, we’ll work with you to find the right fit within AFS Group or AFS Energy.Find more information on the information page here: <a href="https://www.afsenergy.nl/traineeship">https://www.afsenergy.nl/traineeship</a>Who we’re looking for<ul><li>Socially confident and a strong communicator: you are persuasive, build relationships and trust easily, and are not afraid to pick up the phone.</li><li>Driven competitor: you are resilient, not afraid of a little competition, and always looking for ways to outperform the market</li><li>Curious and growth-minded: you seek to understand the “why” behind things, and enjoy learning new skills</li><li>Entrepreneurial and ambitious: you take initiative, stay ahead of trends, and dare to challenge the status quo</li><li>Team player with a professional sports mentality: you are in it to win it but want to do this together with your colleagues</li></ul>What motivates you<ul><li>Eager to call and build client relationships</li><li>Target-driven and motivated by results</li><li>Persistent, with a “no doesn’t mean never” attitude</li><li>Thrives in a team setting and supports others while taking ownership of personal targets</li><li>High level of energy and resilience</li><li>Ready to learn fast, open to feedback, and constantly improving your skills</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Relevant education, such as Finance, (Account) Management, International Business, Hotel Management School, (Commercial) Economics, sales, Real Estate, IVA Business School (Automotive)</li><li>0-2 years of working experience in a sales role</li><li>Demonstrated success reflecting strong commercial instincts and a drive to succeed in sales</li><li>Fluent in English and a second language, preferably Dutch, German, French, Italian, or Spanish</li><li>To be full-time available from the 3rd of August 2026. (No holidays scheduled during the first 8 weeks.)</li></ul>What we offer<ul><li>A full-time (40 hours) on-site job at the unique workplace on the Stock Exchange floor in Amsterdam</li><li>Performance-based bonus scheme</li><li>We offer a 7-month contract with the clear intention of extending it into a longer-term position if both parties are satisfied</li><li>A diverse, international, and ever-growing work environment with highly driven teams</li><li>Training sessions, coaching, and development opportunities for your personal growth</li><li>27 paid days off per year</li><li>Depending on where you live, an NS business card or (e)bike lease options</li><li>In-house gym, paid by AFS</li><li>A variety of activities with AFS and your team</li></ul>About AFS Group &amp; AFS EnergyWith more than 170 years of experience, AFS Group is a trusted leader in financial and environmental advisory. We provide expert solutions across finance, compliance, and sustainability with a focus on delivering results that help clients thrive in a competitive market.AFS Energy, part of AFS Group, focuses on the renewable energy space. Our team supports clients across Europe with advisory and trading services in energy efficiency, carbon emissions, and renewable energy, helping them achieve their sustainability and green energy objectives.At AFS, our values drive how we work and grow together. We are committed to being knowledgeable in our field, collaborative in our approach, entrepreneurial in our mindset, accurate in our execution, and ethical in all our dealings.Get in touch!Are you ready for a new challenge and do you want to become a member of this motivated team on the Amsterdam Stock Exchange? Please submit your application via the application form.Invited for a job interview?• 1st round: online meeting with recruitment to get to know each other better• 2nd round: Job interview with a Senior or Director• 3rd round: Director Group and Director Energy

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Sales Traineeship

Ready to launch your sales career on the Amsterdam Stock Exchange trading floor? Whether you have just graduated or already have some initial experience, this Traineeship gives you the opportunity to build your brokering career in the dynamic world of financial and renewable energy markets at AFS.Starting in august, our 2-month traineeship offers an intensive, hands-on learning experience, to kick off your long-term sales career at AFS. You'll be based on the historic Amsterdam Stock Exchange trading floor, gaining real exposure to markets and products, developing your network, and learning directly from experienced professionals.About the traineeshipThe traineeship is designed to give you a strong foundation in both the financial and renewable energy markets, and a clear understanding of how AFS Group and AFS Energy operate within these fast-paced, commercially driven industries.At AFS Group and AFS Energy, you’ll discover the dynamic world of trading, from traditional financial markets to the rapidly evolving field of renewable energy. You’ll rotate across multiple desks, gain real exposure to our products and clients, and receive hands-on training from experienced colleagues.Alongside these desk rotations, you’ll follow a program that includes professional skill-building sessions, targeted sales and negotiation training, personal development sessions, and fun activities together. Throughout the program, we’ll help you uncover your strengths and develop the mindset and skills needed to thrive in brokering.We don’t expect you to have it all figured out yet. What matters most is your drive: you’re eager to (cold) call clients, target-driven and motivated by results, socially confident, an energetic team player, and ready to prove yourself in a competitive market.This is your opportunity to step into the heart of the financial and energy markets, gain experience on the Amsterdam Stock Exchange trading floor, connect with your new colleagues, and build a solid foundation for a long-term, successful career as a broker. At the end of the traineeship, we’ll work with you to find the right fit within AFS Group or AFS Energy.Find more information on the information page here: <a href="https://www.afsenergy.nl/traineeship">https://www.afsenergy.nl/traineeship</a>Who we’re looking for<ul><li>Socially confident and a strong communicator: you are persuasive, build relationships and trust easily, and are not afraid to pick up the phone.</li><li>Driven competitor: you are resilient, not afraid of a little competition, and always looking for ways to outperform the market</li><li>Curious and growth-minded: you seek to understand the “why” behind things, and enjoy learning new skills</li><li>Entrepreneurial and ambitious: you take initiative, stay ahead of trends, and dare to challenge the status quo</li><li>Team player with a professional sports mentality: you are in it to win it but want to do this together with your colleagues</li></ul>What motivates you<ul><li>Eager to call and build client relationships</li><li>Target-driven and motivated by results</li><li>Persistent, with a “no doesn’t mean never” attitude</li><li>Thrives in a team setting and supports others while taking ownership of personal targets</li><li>High level of energy and resilience</li><li>Ready to learn fast, open to feedback, and constantly improving your skills</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Relevant education, such as Finance, (Account) Management, International Business, Hotel Management School, (Commercial) Economics, sales, Real Estate, IVA Business School (Automotive)</li><li>0-2 years of working experience in a sales role</li><li>Demonstrated success reflecting strong commercial instincts and a drive to succeed in sales</li><li>Fluent in English and a second language, preferably Dutch, German, French, Italian, or Spanish</li><li>To be full-time available from the 3rd of August 2026. (No holidays scheduled during the first 8 weeks.)</li></ul>What we offer<ul><li>A full-time (40 hours) on-site job at the unique workplace on the Stock Exchange floor in Amsterdam</li><li>Performance-based bonus scheme</li><li>We offer a 7-month contract with the clear intention of extending it into a longer-term position if both parties are satisfied</li><li>A diverse, international, and ever-growing work environment with highly driven teams</li><li>Training sessions, coaching, and development opportunities for your personal growth</li><li>27 paid days off per year</li><li>Depending on where you live, an NS business card or (e)bike lease options</li><li>In-house gym, paid by AFS</li><li>A variety of activities with AFS and your team</li></ul>About AFS Group &amp; AFS EnergyWith more than 170 years of experience, AFS Group is a trusted leader in financial and environmental advisory. We provide expert solutions across finance, compliance, and sustainability with a focus on delivering results that help clients thrive in a competitive market.AFS Energy, part of AFS Group, focuses on the renewable energy space. Our team supports clients across Europe with advisory and trading services in energy efficiency, carbon emissions, and renewable energy, helping them achieve their sustainability and green energy objectives.At AFS, our values drive how we work and grow together. We are committed to being knowledgeable in our field, collaborative in our approach, entrepreneurial in our mindset, accurate in our execution, and ethical in all our dealings.Get in touch!Are you ready for a new challenge and do you want to become a member of this motivated team on the Amsterdam Stock Exchange? Please submit your application via the application form.Invited for a job interview?• 1st round: online meeting with recruitment to get to know each other better• 2nd round: Job interview with a Senior or Director• 3rd round: Director Group and Director Energy

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