Quantitative Analytics Analyst

BARCLAYS BANK PLC; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international financial institution is seeking graduates for its Quantitative Analytics program, starting July 2026. Candidates should be pursuing an undergraduate degree in a STEM field and possess strong mathematical and programming skills. Participants will receive comprehensive training and work on innovative projects that apply quantitative techniques to solve business challenges. Located in the Marina Bay Financial Centre, the role offers an exciting opportunity to develop skills in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Benefits

Integrated live-work-play environment

Training and development programs

Strong support for employee well-being

Qualifications

• Must be motivated, curious, and pursuing an undergraduate degree in a STEM field.
• Graduation date must be between December 2025 and June 2026.
• Ideally possesses programming skills in Java, C++, or Python.

Responsibilities

• Apply quantitative techniques to solve real-world business problems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Participate in training and development programs.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Programming skills in Java

Programming skills in C++

Programming skills in Python

Logical thinking

Creative problem solving

Good communication

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate degree in a technical discipline

Job description

Graduate Programme Overview

Join us as a soon‑to‑be graduate and unlock carefully curated experiences, knowledge and connections that shape your career. Throughout the programme you receive all the training and support you need to make your mark and help determine how we do things and where we go next. Graduates are a vital part of our success and we welcome applications from people from all walks of life. If you are curious, creative and ambitious this is a world where you can truly belong.

Why the Quantitative Analytics Graduate Programme?

Our Quantitative Analytics team is a global organisation of highly specialised modellers and developers responsible for researching, innovating, developing, testing, implementing, and supporting all quantitative models used for valuation and risk management across all asset classes. Your ideas will be crucial as you work closely with business partners to develop models and tools. Joining a group that partners with traders and stakeholders across the bank gives you the widest exposure to a variety of modelling techniques and instruments to help drive business strategy.

The Chance to Make an Impact

As a Quantitative Analytics Graduate, your journey at Barclays begins with several weeks of intense training covering product and business knowledge and the skills you need for a successful start. After training you will join a specific desk and collaborate on active projects, giving you ample opportunities to grow and learn.

You will have the chance to work on cutting‑edge quantitative and technology problems:

• Apply quantitative techniques to solve real‑world business problems
• Research, develop and implement new models and solutions
• Improve our computing or data infrastructure

Who We're Looking For

To be considered for this programme you must be motivated, curious and pursuing an undergraduate degree in a technical discipline such as Physics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Quantitative Finance, Statistics, Calculus, Computer Science or other STEM subjects with a graduation date between December 2025 and June 2026. Ideally you have mathematical and programming skills (in Java, C++ or Python) along with logical thinking, creative problem solving, good communication and teamwork. This is a future position to start in July 2026.

Working in Singapore

Our office is located in the Marina Bay Financial Centre, a “city in a” overlooking the scenic skyline along the waterfront. The green spaces and rooftop terraces are designed to optimise employee well‑being. The centre provides an integrated live‑work‑play development surrounded by shops, restaurants, gyms and alfresco dining. It is a five‑minute walk from the nearest MRT station.

Ready to Apply?

Visit search.jobs.barclays to learn more about our opportunities and apply.

Purpose of the Role

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

Accountabilities

• Apply quantitative techniques to solve business problems, research, develop and implement new models and solutions, and improve the bank’s computing and data infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and senior management to progress business initiatives.
• Participate in training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge; conduct research to support strategic decision making, prepare presentations and reports, and collaborate with senior management to implement findings.
• Design, develop the quantitative research framework using domain‑specific languages.
• Participate in the technical design and development of the global team’s quantitative research systems, research notebooks and products.

Analyst Expectations

• Perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard, consistently driving continuous improvement.
• Possess in‑depth technical knowledge and experience in the assigned area of expertise.
• Show a thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise.
• Lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources.
• Demonstrate leadership behaviours to create an environment where colleagues thrive and deliver a consistently excellent standard.
• Develop technical expertise as an individual contributor, acting as an advisor where appropriate.
• Have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.
• Partner with other functions and business areas.
• Take responsibility for end results of the team’s operational processing and activities.
• Escalate breaches of policies/procedures appropriately and embed new policies/procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.
• Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise.
• Manage risk and strengthen controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to, delivering work in line with relevant rules, regulations and codes of conduct.
• Maintain and continuously build an understanding of how own sub‑function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisation’s products, services and processes within the function.
• Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub‑function.
• Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail.
• Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and precedents.
• Guide, persuade and communicate complex or sensitive information with team members and stakeholders.
• Act as a contact point for stakeholders outside the immediate function, building a network of contacts inside and outside the team and the organisation.

Values

All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Barclays ensures equal employment opportunity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, creed, religion, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.