Graduate Programme - AI & Data Risk Analyst

Rothesay Graduates; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in London is offering a Graduate role as an AI & Data Risk Analyst. This graduate program is aimed at final year students graduating in Summer 2026, focusing on risk management in AI and data with an emphasis on technical skills in Python and data analysis. The position promises a supportive environment, competitive salary, and a comprehensive two-year program.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Tailored benefits

Networking opportunities

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in relevant fields.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in scripting or programming languages for data analysis.
• Analytical Abilities: Excellent problem-solving and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring and assessing AI and data risks.
• Work with stakeholders to improve internal processes.
• Contribute to risk reports and dashboards.

Skills

Proficiency in Python

Data analysis and visualization tools

Strong analytical abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or Artificial Intelligence

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

Role name: Graduate - AI & Data Risk Analyst

Application deadline: November 2025

Programme start date: September 2026

Eligibility: Final year students graduating in Summer 2026

Rothesay is dedicated to providing excellence in customer service alongside prudent underwriting, a conservative investment strategy and the careful management of risk. We are trusted by the pension schemes of some of the UK's best known companies to provide pension solutions, including British Airways, Cadbury's, the Civil Aviation Authority, the Co-Operative Group, National Grid, NatWest, Morrisons and Telent.

Graduate Programme:

Our UK graduate programme is designed to kick-start careers for ambitious and analytical graduates who want to make an impact. Rothesay is built on a multi-talented, multi-disciplined model, collaborating directly and with singular focus to shape the future. Rothesay's inclusive and collaborative working environment allows our graduates to build a broad skill-set and shape a strong internal network.

We support your development journey, growth in your career, in addition to offering a competitive salary and tailored benefits. Our 2 year* programme starts with a fundamentals week for the entire graduate cohort, where you will have in depth networking and insight sessions on Rothesay as a whole.

Job Responsibilities:

• AI & Data Risk Oversight: Assist in monitoring and assessing risks and controls of the organization's use of artificial intelligence and data, including:
  • Data quality and transfer controls designed to prevent data corruption, inconsistent, or not fit for use.
  • Data security controls designed to prevent unauthorised access to sensitive data.
  • Data storage controls designed to prevent inadequate handling of formal Records through their lifecycle.
  • AI controls designed to mitigate AI risks including lack of transparency, performance, fairness, Large language models (LLM)s security and integrity.
• Process automation: Work with Technology Risk and stakeholders to continuously improve and automate internal processes such as controls oversighting, Techology incidents analysis and reporting.
• Risk Reporting and Analytics: Contribute to the creation of risk reports and dashboards for management and committees, this will involve analysing data to identify trends, key risk indicators (KRIs), and presenting complex findings clearly.

Skills and experience required:

• Education: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in fields such as Computer Science, Data Science or Artificial Intelligence.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python) for data analysis and automation.
  • Strong skills in data analysis and visualisation tools, such as Microsoft Excel and Power BI.
  • Experience with, or a strong desire to learn about, GRC tools like OpenPages and ServiceNow is a plus.
• Analytical Abilities:
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a logical approach to identifying issues and finding root causes.
  • Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to data analysis.

Rothesay competencies:

• Technical Skills - Demonstrates strong technical skills required for the role, pays attention to detail, takes initiative to broaden his/her knowledge and demonstrates appropriate analytical skills
• Drive and Motivation - Be a self-starter; successfully handles multiple tasks, takes initiative to improve his/her own performance, works intensely towards extremely challenging goals and persists in the face of obstacles or setbacks
• Teamwork - Demonstrate evidence of being a strong team player, collaborates with others within and across teams, encourages other team members to participate and contribute and acknowledges others' contributions
• Communication Skills - Communicates what is relevant and important in a clear and concise manner and shares information/new ideas with others
• Judgement and Problem solving - Thinks ahead, anticipates questions, plans for contingencies, finds alternative solutions and identifies clear objectives. Sees the big picture and effectively analyses complex issues
• Creativity/Innovation - Looks for new ways to improve current processes and develop creative solutions that are grounded in reality and have practical value
• Influencing Outcomes - Presents sound, persuasive rationale for ideas or opinions. Takes a position on issues and influences others' opinions and presents persuasive recommendations

Rothsay actively promotes diversity and inclusivity. We know that our success depends on our people and that by nurturing a culture that values difference, we create a stronger, more dynamic business. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age.