Data Scientist

Citi; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Discretional annual bonus

Private Medical Care & Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Pension Plan

Parental Leave

Employee discounts

Learning & development resources

Job summary

Citi Markets in London is seeking a data analytics professional to translate complex data into actionable business insights. You will work across desks and partners to drive informed decision-making and optimise data quality through cross-platform analysis.

The role requires 5–8+ years of experience, advanced SQL and Python skills, and a strong numerical background. It offers a hybrid work model with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of experience in data analytics within Financial Markets.
• Advanced SQL and Python skills are essential.
• Strong analytical, quantitative and mathematical abilities.
• Collaborate across teams and communicate complex data requirements.
• Undergraduate degree or higher in a numerate discipline.

Responsibilities

• Provide data-driven analysis to product desks and partners to support decisions.
• Conduct strategic data analysis, identify trends, and translate into actions.
• Analyze data across platforms to identify optimization opportunities and data quality improvements.
• Collaborate with users to resolve system/process issues and recommend solutions.
• Act as liaison between stakeholders and Technology with clear communication.
• Mentor and lead junior quant professionals, guiding methodology and reviews.

Skills

SQL

Python

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Masters degree

Job description

About Citi Markets

At Citi Markets, we win together. In a rapidly changing world, our shared vision gives us the clarity, agility and global perspectives we need to shape the future. That's why collaboration plays a central role in how we deliver for clients, develop our people, and grow our business. Our operation is uniquely global. Our client list is remarkably varied. Our product range is incredibly broad. But we're not the finished article. We have big ambitions for the future and all the resources we need to reach them, including some of the smartest people in the industry. Citi Markets operates across fixed income, currencies, commodities, equities, and prime finance, providing institutional clients worldwide with comprehensive sales, trading, and risk management solutions.

The Role

Responsible for taking complex data problems the business is facing, analysing, and presenting to stakeholders. This includes the development of tools that aim for as much transparency and accessibility as possible, empowering the business.Within Counterparty Trading & Risk, the Markets Capital Advancement team is the central team that drives and oversees execution and management of capital initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities of the Role

• Provide data-driven analysis and insights to product desks and key business partners to support informed decision-making.
• Conduct strategic and complex data analysis, identifying key trends, insights and business implications, and translating findings into actionable recommendations
• Analyse and interpret data across multiple platforms and data sources to identify optimisation opportunities and continuously improve data quality.
• Partner with users and clients to assess and resolve complex system and process-related issues, evaluating business processes, systems and industry standards to recommend effective solutions.
• Act as a key liaison between business stakeholders and Technology, ensuring clear and effective communication of complex requirements, challenges and solutions.
• Demonstrate strong communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills when working across diverse teams and seniority levels.
• This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
• Mentor and technically lead Associate and Analyst-level quantitative professionals, conducting code reviews, guiding methodology, and fostering a culture of excellence

What We Need from You

• 5-8+ years of experience in data analytics involving large and complex datasets, ideally within Financial Markets.
• Proven ability to analyse business requirements and identify and resolve complex data issues
• Advanced SQL and Python skills are essential; experience with other programming languages would be advantageous
• Strong analytical, quantitative and mathematical skills, with the ability to interpret complex information effectively
• Methodical approach with excellent attention to detail and a strong focus on accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively both within the immediate team and across broader functions.
• Ability to quickly grasp new concepts, think creatively and develop innovative solutions.
• Undergraduate degree or higher in a numerate or quantitative discipline.

Education

• Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent experience, potentially Masters degree

By joining Citi London, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:

• 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• A discretional annual performance related bonus
• Private Medical Care & Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
• Access to an array of learning and development resources

Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self, every day.

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

Job Family Group

Technology

Job Family

Data Science

Time Type

Full time

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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