Graduate Data Scientist Apprentice

1 week ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Newcastle Building Society Full time

Are you passionate about data-driven insights? Would you like to earn an additional qualification while you work? Then we have the right opportunity for you.

As a Graduate Data Scientist Apprentice, you will be working towards a Level 7 (MSc equivalent) qualification. Your learning journey will equip you with the knowledge, skills and behaviours to become a fully-fledged data scientist by the time you're finished. You will also be working within one of the biggest employers in the North East; our employees and the community were we operate are at the heart of what we do.

You will have the opportunity to manage data from end to end. You will start by querying our databases so you will have/be willing to learn and be proficient in SQL; you will then use R/python to build models and create business insights. Once you have a story you will end your analysis by conveying it to the business in a suitable format, perhaps using Excel, R Shiny or Power BI.

You will help to shape the management and development of key administrative processes and you will have a shared responsibility for working with our partners for the development, design, production and distribution of relevant system data. You will help to maintain, analyse, develop & introduce improvements to the Financial Advice Management Information (MI) suite to support the growth of Newcastle Financial Advisers.

With the support of your manager and mentor, you will have objectives to work towards to make sure you are developing during your time with us. We go beyond the traditional apprenticeship route to offer you the opportunity to help you learn and experience things beyond your role that will support your career development through a team challenge project with our Early Talent community.

It's easy to apply were all you need to do is submit a short application form & CV via our online portal.

About You

We're looking for an enthusiastic and resourceful individual, who is passionate about programming, data-driven insights and storytelling. You will thrive with a challenge and the chance to create from scratch. You will be passionate about shaping solutions to support the needs of the business.

You should have a minimum of a 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent in a numerate discipline (Maths, Statistics, Computer Science or similar)

An ability to communicate effectively with others via a range of methods along with first class attention to detail is essential and you need to be able to demonstrate strong analytical and IT skills, including proficiency in using MS 365.

For full details please download the role profile.

About Us

Newcastle Financial Advisers is the Society's financial advice subsidiary and has been providing trusted advice to new and existing customers for over 20 years. Our team of Financial Advisers deliver expert face-to-face advice to customers across our entire branch network, supported by our sales support teams, providing technical and administrative services.

As an inclusive employer and a member owned mutual, we aim to reflect the communities we serve in order to drive the right colleague, customer and business outcomes. We encourage applications from candidates from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences, providing the diversity of thought required to constructively challenge and drive innovation.

How to apply?

All you need to do is submit a short application form & CV via our online portal. Our approach to selection is through an assessment centre We anticipate that this will take place on 30th July 2024.

What's in it for you?

What do you get in return? As well as receiving a competitive annual salary based on above-market pay scales, our reward package includes:


• A 35-hour weekly contract


• 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays (rising to 30 days with length of service)


• Bonus scheme


• Pension scheme


• Life assurance and income protection


• Access to a range of wellbeing benefits


• Cycle to Work scheme


• Above statutory family leave entitlement


• The option to buy extra holidays


• Two paid volunteering days each year


• A broad range of learning and development opportunities


• Hybrid working

As an inclusive employer and a member owned mutual, we aim to reflect the communities we serve in order to drive the right colleague, customer and business outcomes. We encourage applications from candidates from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences, providing the diversity of thought required to constructively challenge and drive innovation - We want you to be you

Upon starting a new role with us, we will ensure you are equipped with the correct tools and technologies to enable you to do your best work within your hybrid arrangement.


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