EO&T Graduate Data Scientist Belfast 2023

You're the brains behind our work.

You’re ready to bring your knowledge from the classroom to the boardroom and Citi wants to help you get there. Whether it’s honing your skills or building your network, we know that success can’t come without growth. Our programmes equip you with the knowledge and training you need to play a valuable role on your team and establish a long-term career here. At Citi, we value career growth; it is not a question of if, but when.

The role

In Citi’s Enterprise Operations & Technology (EO&T) group you will work on global projects, be responsible for the creation of sophisticated nextgen Trade and Communications surveillance platforms working alongside software engineers and business analysts to use cutting edge technologies and techniques (including big data technologies) to build sophisticated data algorithms. These platforms allow users to monitor trade, voice and e-communication activity to identify potential market abuse, insider dealing and other types of fraud.

We are looking for Graduate Data Scientist to join our rotational programme in Summer 2023. There’s an initial immersive induction where you will learn more about our business, strategy and shared vision as well as a dedicated training programme.

Your time here will look something like this...

As a Graduate Data Scientist, you will be developing quality and scalable machine learning solutions using leading-edge technologies. Based on your understanding of business requirements, you will perform complex exploratory analysis of our data before developing suitable machine learning solutions.

Below are some examples of responsibilities:

• Evolution of existing models and tools to expand and improve the risk coverage and surveillances we provide.
• The creation of new models or tools according to our client’s needs.
• Extraction and wrangling of big data to provide meaningful insights through complex analysis
• Conducting end-to-end projects spanning behavior definition, feature design, prototyping, evaluation and delivery.
• Actively engaging in relevant research projects to develop novel approaches to Compliance goals
• Working with the team to break down business requests into actionable items
• Working in an open and collaborative manner - mentoring junior team members and leveraging the expertise of established colleagues
• Develop an in depth understanding of our data, models and goals and appreciate how they fit into the strategic decisions of the enterprise
• Comprehensive documentation of work for model review and knowledge transfer
• Work with our engineering, BI and product teams to bring solutions to production and report results accurately.

We provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed

This programme will help you develop the skills and experience to grow your career in Data Science. You will work with data from our surveillance framework, collaborating with a truly global team to introduce AI/ML to our current surveillance framework.
You are hired into roles to perform jobs at the highest levels while continuously seeking ways to improve and innovate. Each graduate works in a highly collaborative environment to ensure that processes are implemented and utilised to facilitate peak operational functionality at Citi. Through ongoing professional and technical training and networking and mentoring opportunities, you will build the necessary professional skills for future leadership positions within Citi EO&T.

We want to hear from you if...

• You have a passion for technology and analytics
• You are studying a STEM degree and interested in pursuing a career in date science
• You will have or will be graduating by 2023 as the programme starts in the Summer 2023
• You have obtained or are on course to achieve a 2:1 (or equivalent) at undergraduate level
• You enjoy using data to solve problems and improve understanding

Who we think will be a great fit...

A hunger to learn and a passion for the business are vital. We are hiring professionals who have a global perspective and want to make an impact on the corporate level. You value diversity and so do we.

We’ll also be looking for the following

• Ability to multi-task with sharp problem solving skills
• Strong communicator, able to build relationships and rapport easily
• Adaptable and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and keen to learn

Life at Citi

• Our commitment to diversity is core to Citi’s values and Citi Belfast has five employee-led Affinity Networks , including Women, Families Matter, Multicultural, Pride, and Disability offer a range of activities and resources to support
• The Citi Belfast team has raised over £600k for sponsored charities over the past five years
• Citi offers a variety of benefits and resources to help you save and be well in all aspects of your life. Individual benefits may vary. Visit our [1] Global Benefits page to learn more
• Citi Belfast employees can enjoy an on-site health centre, nurse, physiotherapist, and mental health awareness nurse. We’re also pleased to be able to offer emergency family backup care and a range of paid leave options including sabbaticals and bereavement leave

Successful candidates will be offered a competitive salary. and benefits package. The role will be based in a Citi Office in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.