Business Analyst – Data & AI (Graduate Development Programme)

Programme Duration: 6 Months

Experience Level: Entry Level

Company Overview

Our client is an established financial services organisation offering a structured development programme that combines practical business exposure, professional training and client engagement experience.

The programme helps participants build analytical, commercial and interpersonal skills through hands-on assignments in data analysis, business improvement and client engagement.

Role Overview

We are seeking analytical and motivated graduates and early-career candidates to join our Graduate Management Associate Programme – Data & AI.

Participants will explore how business data, digital tools and AI-enabled workflows can support operational efficiency and business decision-making, while developing communication and commercial skills.

Months 1–3: Business Analytics, Data & AI Exposure

Support data analysis, business reporting and process improvement activities. Gain practical exposure to digital tools and explore how AI can improve everyday business workflows.

Months 4–6: Sales and Financial Advisory Development

Participate in structured sales and financial advisory training, with a focus on presentation, client engagement, relationship management and business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting, organising and analysing business and operational data.
• Support data cleaning, validation and documentation to maintain accurate records.
• Prepare reports, dashboards and visual summaries to support business decisions.
• Identify trends, performance gaps and opportunities for process improvement.
• Explore AI productivity tools to support administrative workflows and reporting, following company data-handling requirements.
• Review AI-generated outputs for accuracy and relevance before use.
• Assist in analysing business performance, customer engagement and operational metrics.
• Collaborate with internal teams to understand business challenges and suggest practical improvements.
• Participate in sales and financial advisory training to develop commercial awareness and client communication skills.
• Complete programme assignments and apply feedback to improve analytical and professional skills.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Computer Science, Business or a related discipline preferred.
• Entry-level candidates and those in the early stages of their careers are welcome to apply.
• Interest in data analysis, AI applications, business improvement and financial services.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Familiarity with Power BI, SQL, Python or AI productivity tools would be advantageous.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to explain findings clearly.
• Detail-oriented, curious and receptive to feedback.
• Able to work independently and collaborate effectively with others.
• Willingness to complete the full six-month programme, including the sales and financial advisory development phase.

Career Development Opportunities

• Gain practical exposure to business analytics, reporting and AI-enabled workflows.
• Develop data interpretation, problem-solving and process improvement skills.
• Strengthen presentation, stakeholder communication and client engagement capabilities.
• Build commercial awareness through sales and financial advisory training.
• Explore potential career pathways within the organisation, including analytics-related opportunities, subject to performance, suitability and business requirements.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

This is in partnership with the Employment and Employability Institute Pte Ltd (“e2i”). e2i is the empowering network for workers and employers seeking employment and employability solutions. e2i serves as a bridge between workers and employers, connecting with workers to offer job security through job-matching, career guidance and skills upgrading services, and partnering employers to address their manpower needs through recruitment, training, and job redesign solutions. e2i is a tripartite initiative of the National Trades Union Congress set up to support nation-wide manpower and skills upgrading initiatives. By applying for this role, you consent to recruitSG’s PDPA and e2i’s PDPA.