Associate - Artificial Intelligence

National Treasury Management Agency; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Education funding

Study leave

Flexible/hybrid work

Job summary

National Treasury Management Agency (NTMA) in Ireland invites graduates to join the Continuous Improvement and Artificial Intelligence (CI AI) unit on a 23-month Associate Programme commencing September 2027. Applicants should have a degree in AI, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science or a related discipline.

The role supports AI opportunities, process reviews and governance, working across NTMA with a blend of learning, hands-on projects and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Graduates with a degree in AI, CS, SE, Data Science or related discipline.
• 2:1 honours or a Masters preferred.
• Right to work in Ireland (citizenship/visa).

Responsibilities

• Support AI opportunities assessment and problem understanding.
• Review processes for AI enablement and automation opportunities.
• Assist in delivering NTMA AI programme and strategy.
• Co-design AI agents, tools and capabilities with business units.
• Assist with AI intake, prioritisation and governance.

Skills

AI concepts

Data analysis

Problem solving

Education

Artificial Intelligence

Computer Science

Software Engineering

Data Science

Job description

Job Title: Associate – Artificial Intelligence Division/Function: FTO

Contract Type: 23 Month FTC

Commencement Date: September 2027

• Closing Date for Applications: 9th October 2026 ****

Summary of the Business:

The National Treasury Management Agency (NTMA) provides asset and liability management services to the Irish Government. It has evolved from a single function agency managing the National Debt to a manager of a complex portfolio of public assets and liabilities.

Businesses managed by the NTMA include borrowing on behalf of the Government and the management of the National Debt, the State Claims Agency, the New Economy and Recovery Authority (“NewERA”), the Ireland Strategic Investment Fund, National Development Finance Agency and the NTMA Future Ireland Funds business unit with responsibility for the management of the Future Ireland Fund and Infrastructure, Climate and Nature Fund.

The NTMA also assigns staff to the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI) and Home Building Finance Ireland (HBFI).

Role Summary:

This is an exciting opportunity for talented and motivated graduates to join the Continuous Improvement and Artificial Intelligence (CI AI)unit of the NTMA on a 23-month Associate Programme commencing in September 2027. The programme is open to graduates with a degree in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science / Analytics or a related discipline.

Business Unit Summary:

The Continuous Improvement and Artificial Intelligence (CI AI) unit supports the NTMA in identifying, assessing and delivering opportunities to improve business processes, enhance operational efficiency and responsibly adopt artificial intelligence. The unit works with business areas across the organisation to assess AI opportunities, support the delivery of the NTMA AI strategy, assist in the design of practical AI-enabled solutions, and ensure that initiatives are aligned with appropriate governance and control requirements.

The Associate will support the business unit through day-to-day duties including but not limited to:

• Support business units in assessing AI and automation opportunities, including understanding business problems, use cases, expected benefits and potential risks.
• Review existing business processes and identify opportunities for AI enablement and automation.
• Assist in the delivery of the NTMA AI programme and the implementation of the organisation’s AI strategy.
• Support the co-design of AI agents, tools and capabilities with business units to address practical business needs.
• Assist with AI intake, prioritisation, risk assessment and governance processes, including the preparation of supporting documentation.
• Support stakeholder engagement, workshops, research, analysis and reporting for AI and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor developments in AI, automation, public sector guidance and relevant regulatory requirements, and summarise implications for the NTMA.

At the end of the programme the successful Associate will have developed a solid knowledge base of the CI AI unit and the wider NTMA.

Working at the NTMA offers excellent benefits including:

• Competitive salary and 23 days annual leave
• Career average defined benefit pension scheme
• Education funding and paid study leave
• Reimbursement of annual professional membership fees
• Excellent learning and development opportunities that allow for full career development within the organisation
• Extensive workplace wellbeing programme
• State of the art facilities with sustainable modern workspaces
• Advanced technology enabling flexible and hybrid work options
• A diverse range of initiatives: LGBT+, Gender Matters, Disability Advocacy, Sports & Social, Volunteering and lots more.

Learning and Development:

Typically, Associates within this business unit also undertake professional qualifications such as post graduate diplomas / certificates in AI, Analytics or Data Science related areas. They are supported through the full range of NTMA study supports, complemented by a comprehensive Associate Development Programme, an Associate network spanning the NTMA, and extensive on-the-job learning opportunities.

Do you have what it takes?

Are you ambitious, commercially minded and diligent? Do you have what it takes to excel in a challenging, fast-paced team environment? Do you have the flexibility to adapt to different environments and responsibilities?

Successful candidates will have a minimum of a 2.1 honours degree or a minimum of a 2.1 Masters, ideally in a related discipline.

Applicants must have the correct legal status to work in Ireland (Irish Citizen, EEA Citizen, Stamp 4, Stamp 1G Visa).

The NTMA are strong believers in the value a diverse work force brings to our business endeavours. We can accommodate candidates with a disability at every stage of our process. Should you need any additional support, please don’t hesitate to contact our Disability Liaison Officer - Laura Finnegan

Pension Abatement

If an appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and that appointee is entitled to or in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during the appointee’s re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012.

Please note: In applying for this position, you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office/Body will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position.

Applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment declaration to confirm whether they have previously availed of a public sector pension scheme.

The NTMA is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We recognise that a diverse and inclusive workplace informs better decision making, creative thinking, innovation and drives business performance. We are strongly committed to ensuring that our workforce is representative of our society.