Senior Data Analyst - Risk Technology & Transformation (82914)

Location/Office Policy:  Molesworth Street, Dublin / Hybrid

• Are you passionate about technology and process improvement?
• Can you frame a business problem in technical terms and code a solution to it?
• Do you enjoy working with data to solve business challenges?

What is the Role:

The Risk Function is an independent, second line of defence function that monitors, controls and supports risk-taking activities across AIB.  The purpose of the Risk Function is to provide advice and guidance in relation to risk while providing independent oversight and reporting on AIB’s risk profile.

The Risk Function’s main objective is to ensure AIB has a robust risk management framework and culture in place to ensure risks are taken within the risk appetite set by the Board, in support of AIB’s customer franchise and social responsibility.  

Reporting to the Head of Financial Risk Enablement, the successful candidate will support the evolution of the Risk function in the design of its data infrastructure, technology use and analytical capabilities. The role will support the delivery of our target data and technology infrastructure allowing us to adapt quickly to changing customer needs, regulatory requirements and market

Risk Technology & Transformation in AIB

In AIB the Risk Technology & Transformation team is responsible for AIB’s Risk Technology strategy, supporting the transformation of the AIB Risk team into a technology, data and analytics enabled organisation.

Key accountabilities

We’re looking for someone who would be interested in:

• Leading projects to deliver enhancements and changes to systems.
• Establishing best practice around the migration of SAS code to VIYA
• Analysing processes and data to understand how we optimise our data infrastructure and technology solutions.
• Managing change initiatives, engaging with stakeholders to ensure their requirements are delivered effectively.
• Championing and implementing new technologies and processes, particularly as they relate to model lifecycle.
• Identifying opportunities to streamline processes across the teams and oversee their implementation.
• Engaging with internal and external auditors
• Ensuring that all change is managed in line with our Change and Risk Frameworks
• Providing guidance to more junior analysts on the team through support and training

What you Will Bring;

1. Five or more years in a similar Risk technology and data focussed role ideally in a financial services environment with a good understanding of banking products
2. A bachelor’s degree (2.1 or higher), in a numerate subject area such as computer science, mathematics, applied mathematics, physics, statistics, engineering, economics.
3. Excellent technology skills. Considered an expert in SAS & Teradata SQL with advanced programming ability
4. Strong knowledge of the model lifecycle with experience in IRB, IFRS and CRR a distinct advantage
5. Proven ability to work across multiple projects and will show determination and flexibility to deliver results

Why Work for AIB :

We are committed to offering our colleagues choice and flexibility in how we work and live and our hybrid working model enables our people to balance their time between working from home and their designated office, subject to their role, the needs of our customers and business requirements.

Some of our benefits include;

• Market leading Pension Scheme
• Healthcare Scheme
• Variable Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Family leave options
• Two volunteer days per year

Please click here for further information about AIB’s PACT – Our Commitment to You.

Key Capabilities

Behavioural Capabilities

• Streamline & simplify: Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Instils trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

Technical Capabilities

• Data analysis: Collects, analyses and interprets data to reach conclusions and / or present insights and findings.
• Numerical competence: Demonstrates knowledge of mathematics principles (e.g., statistical analysis and modelling) to complete work and solve problems.
• Business and customer knowledge and insight: Demonstrates ability to discover, develop and apply compelling customer insights, such as knowledge of customer's product preferences, business strategy or challenges, to generate recommendations for customer-centric solutions and / or product development.

If you are not sure about your suitability based on any aspects of the role advertised, we encourage you to please contact the Recruiter for this role, Conor Kearney, at careers@aib.ie  for a conversation. 

AIB is an equal opportunities employer, and we pride ourselves on being the first bank in Ireland to receive the Investors in Diversity Gold Standard accreditation from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. Should you have a reasonable accommodation request please email the Talent Acquisition team at careers@AIB.ie

Disclaimer:

Unsolicited CV’s sent to AIB by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this position. AIB operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our recruitment partners.  

Application deadline: Monday 28th April 2025