Junior Data Scientist

About this role

Data Scientist


We are working with a leading business consultancy that specialises in guiding financial institutions through digital transformation. They are seeking ambitious individuals to join their comprehensive traineeship program, offering a unique opportunity to kickstart a career in data science within the financial sector.


The Role

• Participate in an 18-month traineeship designed to develop data-driven internal consultants.
• Translate complex business challenges into intelligent data-driven solutions.
• Work on diverse data projects, transforming data into actionable insights, predictions, and process improvements.
• Build and test machine learning models for risk assessment, customer behaviour, fraud detection, and process optimisation.
• Present findings and advisory insights to clients, fostering strong communication and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.
• Gain the opportunity for permanent employment with a key client in the financial sector after successful completion of the traineeship.

What You'll Need

• A completed HBO or WO degree in IT, Data Science, AI, Econometrics, Finance, or a similar field.
• Strong interest in innovation and the financial sector, ready to make an impact with data and AI.
• Basic knowledge of Python and/or SQL for data manipulation and analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a eager-to-learn attitude.
• Fluency in Dutch, both written and spoken.
• Residing in the Netherlands.

What's On Offer

• Competitive starting salary of €3,566 per month (including holiday pay).
• Fully paid comprehensive training program with official certifications and monthly training days.
• Personal coaching, intervision, and projects at top organisations in the financial sector.
• Opportunity for a permanent contract with a client upon completion of the traineeship.

Apply via Haystack today!