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You’ll do all this in an environment of excellence and the highest ethical standards – a place where values such as integrity, inclusive diversity and accountability are paramount. We empower every employee to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live. Our people are our greatest strength, and we work as one team in service of our customers and communities.
Allstate operate a very flexible hybrid working policy that will allow you to design your working week in collaboration with your manager with a blend of remote and office working for NI based employees as well as condensed working patterns (4 day week/9 day fortnight).
Join our team and you’ll find challenge and reward in a culture of innovation, support and balance.
Research & Analytics at Allstate
At Allstate weʼre on a mission to use data, math and machine learning to directly shape every aspect of how we operate. Of course, when working with hundreds of millions of data points, computer science, programming and strong communication also play an essential role. The D3: Data, Discovery & Decision Science group has over 250 exceptional data scientists, data engineers and business analytics consultants based in Belfast, Charlotte, Chicago, Seattle and Silicon Valley. It’s a great place to be if you’re interested in solving business problems using the concepts developed in your degree.
The Environment
We are a research group: we work on long-term projects; we read scientific papers and textbooks; we talk about ideas; we explore new programming languages; we huddle around whiteboards; we try out the latest machine learning algorithms; we think about what the company should look like next year and in five years.
We partner with business leaders, influencing how data & analytics are used to solve their business problems. Communication and business acumen to find application is the key to success. The main responsibility of the Business Analytics Consultant is to deliver value by providing our business partners with tools, processes, insights and communications that improve the overall analytical capability of our partners.
Your role in the team
A D3 Business Analytics Consultant Intern will use business acumen to aid in the development of analytical solutions & processes of their team. The Consultant is responsible for clear communication among stakeholders and the project being delivered fulfilling all agreed-upon criteria.
Location
Northern Ireland
Responsibilities
- Assists in efforts to build relationships with business stakeholders both internal and external of D3
- Assists in efforts to maintain current business relationships
- Develops a basic understanding of core business problems, and looks for opportunities to use advanced analytics
- Assists in the development of appropriate analytical solutions for business problems
- Responsible for tasks in smaller lower impact with an emphasis on measurable and value-add deliverables
- Assists in communicating clearly throughout the project process to all parties involved about the scope, timeline, issues and any changes to them
- Assists in efforts to ensure partnership through the development process for the successful transition of low complexity research to an operational state within the business unit
- Assists in documenting all communications, processes, data and considerations involved in the project
So, what are the essential criteria to apply?
- All candidates must evidence an existing right to work in the UK
- In final year of bachelor, masters or equivalent degree in a quantitative or business-related field
- Must be on track for 2.1 degree classification
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to present and facilitate large team project meetings
- Detail-oriented, timeline driven, strong multitasking skills
- Strong time management and project management skills
- Ability to work with cross-functional teams
- A flexible and adaptable approach to different situations and audiences
- Experience providing feedback to others
- Ability to describe technical concepts like predictive modeling in basic terms
- Must be available to work full time hours throughout 12 week internship
- Eligible to travel to the US
We also have some desirable criteria
- Beginner Customer Focus: Knowledge of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions, and the ability to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
- Beginner/Intermediate Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis and the ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve the problems in the best interest of the business.
- Beginner/Intermediate Business Acumen: Knowledge, insight, and understanding of business concepts, tools, and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
- Beginner/Intermediate Business Analytics: Knowledge of technologies, techniques, and practices for the evaluation of business performance data; ability to analyze business performance using statistical methods to justify and drive future business planning decisions.
- Beginner Consulting: Knowledge of techniques, roles, and responsibilities in providing technical or business guidance to clients, both internal and external of D3; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
- Beginner Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Understanding of the issues related to the decision-making process; ability to analyze situations fully and accurately and reach productive decisions.
- Beginner/Intermediate Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
- Beginner/Intermediate: Microsoft Office Suite
- Beginner/Intermediate: SQL, R, Python, Tableau or other analytical tools
What we offer
- A competitive salary
- Extensive and thorough in-house training
- A globally collaborative working environment
- Invaluable work experience
Those who successfully complete their 12-week internship with Allstate Northern Ireland may be made offers of permanent employment with Allstate. These positions will be conditional and commence post-graduation and will be subject to the student securing a 2.1 classification in BSc degree or a Distinction or equivalent in Master’s Degree or PHD.
As Digital DNA’s Workplace of the Year 2020 & 2022 winners, we offer a generous benefits package that includes flexible annual leave entitlement, dental and healthcare insurance, an attractive pension package and discounts on gym memberships, public transport and parking.
Allstate invests heavily in your development, as an employee you will have access to multiple world-class learning platforms and courses from our award-winning in-house Learning & Development team.
We pride ourselves in providing clear career paths and opportunities for internal mobility allowing you to further develop within the organisation.
We encourage a better work life balance and you’ll have the opportunity to apply for various flexible working arrangements.
Statement on Fair Employment and Equal Opportunities
Allstate NI wishes to ensure equal opportunity is given to all job applicants. This company will not discriminate on the grounds of race, gender (including gender reassignment status), sexual orientation, religious belief, political opinion, marital status, age or disability.
We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. However, as women are currently under-represented in our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from women. All appointments will be made on merit.
Applicants should note Allstate NI complete AccessNI background checks on all candidates offered a position.
The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 4th November 2022.
