Quantitative Analytics Associate Off Cycle Internship Programme null

Your role

The chance to make an impact:

• As a Quantitative Analytics Off-Cycle intern, you’ll gain valuable exposure to real-world problems in a dynamic and invigorating environment.
• You will be able to engage in the application of cutting-edge quantitative techniques to effectively address complex business challenges.
• This entails conducting research, creating and deploying innovative models, and integrating solutions into practical scenarios.
• Embrace forward-thinking technological methods to enhance computational capabilities and data systems.
• Immerse yourself in the role of a quant professional, providing crucial support for intricate modeling requirements within a top-tier multinational banking enterprise.
• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders spanning various bank functions and global locations, facilitating valuable interaction and insights across the organization.

Purpose of the role:

To support the day-to-day operations of the Quantitative Analytics (QA) group by providing analytical insights and expertise that will help the business leaders and stakeholders make informed decisions, support existing trading strategies, develop new product strategies and services, as well as identify new market opportunities.

Accountabilities:

• Application of the latest quantitative techniques to solve business problems, research, development, and implementation of new models and solutions and improve the bank’s computing and data infrastructure.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams and senior management to progress business initiatives.
• Participation in training and development programmes to enhance skills and knowledge. Conduct research to support strategic decision-making, prepare presentations and reports to communicate research findings, and collaborate with senior management to implement research findings.
• Design, and development of the quantitative research framework using domain-specific languages.
• Participation in technical design and development of the global team’s quantitative research systems, research notebooks and products.
• Training and mentoring of junior colleagues.

Assistant Vice President Expectations:

• Consult on complex issues providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues.
• Identify ways to mitigate risk and develop new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda.
• Take ownership of managing risk and strengthening controls concerning the work done.
• Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires an understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation's sub-function.
• Collaborate with other areas of work, for business-aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy.
• Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc).to solve problems creatively and effectively.
• Communicate complex information. 'Complex' information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience.
• Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes.

About you

To apply for this role, you must have the following eligibilities:

• To be considered for this programme, you must have completed (or be in the final year of) a postgraduate qualification, Masters or higher, in a technical discipline such as Physics, Mathematics, Quantitative Finance, Economics, Statistics, Calculus, Computer Science, or other STEM subjects.

Ideally, you would also have:

• Mathematical and programming skills (ideally in C++, or Python)
• Logical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented attitude
• Fluent written and spoken English
• Passion to learn about the banking sector, financial services industry, and capital markets
• Barclays will accept applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid holiday and vacation
• Private medical care
• Disability assurance
• Flexible working
• Life assurance
• Voluntary benefits
• Retirement planning

Training & development

Throughout the 3-6 months program, you'll engage in both formal and informal training tailored to provide timely knowledge, receive thorough performance coaching & feedback, and have chances to enhance your network and cultivate leadership abilities. You’ll receive genuine support and encouragement, with both senior and junior mentors to guide you and you’ll have the opportunity to take part in networking and social events. 

Career progression

This is a comprehensive internship program that offers extensive training and the potential for a promising career. Exceptional interns showcasing strong work ethic, technical proficiency, and business insight may secure full-time employment opportunities upon internship completion. 

How to apply

Application process:

• Your application
• Initial assessments
• Your assessment centre

Sources

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• search.jobs.barclays/internship-graduate-application
• youtube.com/@Barclays