Quantitative Analytics Associate Graduate Programme 2027 London
Barclays
Graduate programme in Quantitative Analytics (Markets Quants or Statistical Modelling Quants), London. No fixed closing date. Ref: JR-0000124678. Barclays will accept applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK and will provide a skilled worker visa for successful applicants if they meet the Home Office's eligibility criteria for a skilled worker visa. Successful applicants who are not eligible to receive a skilled worker visa, and who we are therefore unable to secure a skilled worker visa for, will be required to have their own legal right to work in the UK on a full-time basis from either February OR August 2027 (dependent on chosen intake date) to August 2028.
Full job description
Graduate Programmes at Barclays. Our Graduate programmes deliver immersive experiences, transformative development and incredible support, giving each graduate the best possible start to their career. You'll learn continually, from bespoke training to courses on our e-learning platform. You'll do meaningful work, discover resources to help you build a long-term career and develop your skillset with the guidance of a hand-picked line manager and a dedicated talent coach. Graduate Programme Overview: If you're a recent graduate or soon-to-be graduate, join us and unlock a world of carefully curated experiences, knowledge and connections to shape your career. Why the Quantitative Analytics Associate Graduate Programme? Our industry-leading group provides model development, analytics and valuable quantitative advice to businesses across the bank. Specialist teams include: Markets Quants (specialised modellers and developers supporting the Capital Markets division, researching, innovating, developing, testing, implementing and supporting all quantitative models used for front-office pricing, valuation adjustments, and market and counter-party credit risk management); Statistical Modelling Quants (data scientists, developers, data engineers and researchers supporting Finance, Treasury, Fraud Surveillance, Stress Testing, Climate Risk, and Wholesale/Retail Credit Risk operations, delivering statistical and econometrics models for default probabilities, recovery rates, forecasting, scenario generation, and machine learning models for fraud detection). The chance to make an impact: Your experience will begin with several weeks of intensive training, covering product and business knowledge. After training, you'll join a specific desk and collaborate with colleagues on active projects. Who we're looking for: 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: mathematical and programming skills (C++ or Python), logical thinking and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, fluent written and spoken English, passion to learn about banking and capital markets. Working in London: If you love the buzz of city life, our global HQ is the place to be. Our London hub is in Canary Wharf, at the heart of London's financial district. Purpose of the role: Bringing quantitative and analytical expertise to bear across the full spectrum of Markets and Risk businesses. Accountabilities: Develop and implement quantitative models and strategies to enhance decision-making, pricing, and risk management. Design and maintain high-performance trading platforms and risk systems. Conduct research and data analysis. Collaborate with traders, sales teams, and stakeholders in Risk and Finance. Work cross-functionally with compliance, IT, and strategy teams. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship, our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset, to Empower, Challenge and Drive, the operating manual for how we behave. What you get in return: Paid holiday and vacation, Competitive pay, Private medical care, Disability assurance, Flexible working, Life assurance, Voluntary benefits, Retirement planning.