Markets Apprentice - Citi in Belfast

Discover your future at Citi. Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.

Programme Overview: You’re the brains behind our work. You’re ready to bring your knowledge from the classroom to the boardroom and Citi wants to help you get there. Whether it’s honing your skills or building your network, we know that success can’t come without growth. Our programmes equip you with the knowledge and training you need to play a valuable role on your team and establish a long-term career here. At Citi, we value internal mobility and career growth is not a question of if, but when.

You will work on a range of activities to support the day to day running of our global Markets business. You will be part of managing risk and executing controls in a fast-paced business. You’ll work alongside subject matter experts looking for opportunities to enhance processes leveraging technology to automate activities.

We provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed. We’re committed to teaching you the ropes and then some. During the programme, you will study for a BSc (Hons) Financial Technology Apprenticeship qualification. Aside from your peer group and manager, you will have a buddy and a dedicated programme manager. You will have access to first class technical and business training from a well-established team, plus Citi’s online training portal.

Side by side job shadowing and coaching with your team will be combined with the opportunity to work with counterparts in one of the world’s largest investment banks. You will gain valuable insight into the workings of a large global financial Markets business. You will have exposure to a range of sales and trading activities and work with new and cutting-edge technologies.

Your Day: Assignments change each year based on the business needs of the teams. Below are some examples:

• Data analysis - using business knowledge to assist with data analysis, identifying patterns and areas for investigation.
• Control Execution - running controls to ensure the smooth operation of sales and trading activity.
• Collaboration - meeting with colleagues discussing challenges and coming up with solutions.
• Organisational and operational efficiency improvements - involvement in efficiency improvements to see where tasks can be automated or streamlined to free time for exciting projects.

Qualifications: We want to hear from you if...

• You have 5 GCSEs including Math with a minimum grade C (or equivalent) and English Language with a minimum grade C (or equivalent).
• You have A level grades BCC including A level Math (or equivalent) or A level grades BBC without A level Math (or equivalent).
• You may also meet the course entry requirements with combinations of different qualifications to the same standard (provided subject requirements are met).
• Exceptional candidates who do not meet these criteria may be considered for the role provided they have the necessary skills and experience.

Successful applicants will be enrolled on to the Ulster University Financial Technology BSc (Hons) Part-time Undergraduate course.

Who We Think Will Be a Great Fit: A hunger to learn and a passion for the business are vital. We are hiring professionals who have a global perspective and want to make an impact on the corporate level. You value diversity and so do we. We’ll also be looking for the following:

• Demonstrate motivation for joining both the programme and Citi.
• A passion for a career in Technology.
• Ability to multi-task with sharp problem-solving skills.
• Strong communicator, able to build relationships and rapport easily.
• Adaptable and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude and keen to learn.

What We Offer: We work hard to have a positive financial and social impact on the communities we serve. In turn, we put our employees first and provide the best-in-class benefits they need to be well, live well and save well. We’ll provide you with the resources to meet your unique needs, empower you to make healthy decisions, and allow you to choose which benefits suit you and your personal life best.

Highlights to our core benefits include:

• Award winning pension.
• On-site health services.
• Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances.
• Paid parental leave.
• Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 Days plus bank holidays; increasing with tenure.
• Special discounts for employees, family, and friends.
• Access to an array of learning and development resources.

We review applications on a rolling basis and therefore encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The role will be based in a Citi Office in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

All offers made to potential degree apprentices are conditional on applicants having achieved the minimum qualification requirements, and the Department for the Economy funding the off-the-job learning with the University/Training provider.

Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.