Join EY and Build a Unique Career

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The Opportunity

What future are you building towards?

EY is currently seeking highly motivated individuals to be part of our Quantitative Advisory Services (QAS) team. You will use analytics and quantitative techniques to help our clients solve Financial Services Risk Management issues, drive business efficiencies, and manage risks in our client’s portfolios. Our team is engaged in high exposure quantitative service projects related to the development and validation of financial models used for managing market and credit risks and advanced analytics.

Our Team

Do great minds always think alike?

The QAS team focuses on applying quantitative techniques within the financial risk management of financial institutions. In addition to the traditional quantitative work in the credit and market risk areas, the QAS team focuses on new topics such as Generative AI and integrating ESG into financial risk models. Our services include a broad spectrum of solutions, from developing a financial risk model to supporting clients in major risk management transformations.

The Office

Our office in Amsterdam is located on the Zuidas: a bustling area where many companies are based. In our Cross Towers, as many as 1000 people are welcomed daily. Haven't had breakfast yet? Then a special smoothie will be made for you, or simply a delicious cappuccino. During lunchtime, the team is ready to serve you a fresh lunch. For a breathtaking view of Amsterdam, head to the 22nd floor. Collaboration takes on a new meaning through the Wavespace, a high-tech environment that brings together clients and colleagues virtually worldwide!

Responsibilities

How can you make a lasting impact in a rapidly changing world?

• Performing detailed data analysis to help clients solve business problems and complex issues in the financial services industry, including model development, documentation, testing, validation, benchmarking, and implementation.
• Supporting the development of mathematical/statistical models used to develop analytical tools or financial instruments.
• Applying quantitative techniques (including AI and ML) to help institutions develop and validate risk modeling methodologies.
• Reaching conclusions, documenting results, and suggesting ideas for efficiencies.

Job Requirements

Where do you start if you want to change the world?

• Between 0 - 3 years of work experience and a Master’s degree in a quantitative study, e.g., Econometrics, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• Experience working with one or more of the following languages: SAS, R, Python.
• Ability to execute statistical modeling software routines and analytical programming requirements.
• Communication skills for client presentations and project management.

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Equal Opportunities

At EY, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. Our belief is that the unique perspectives and experiences of each individual make our team stronger and more innovative. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome and valued, regardless of age, gender, race, background, sexuality, or any other characteristic that makes you unique.

What We Offer

Is everything that counts being counted?

• Vitality: An online session with an external vitality coach, practical tips on topics such as nutrition, energy, sleep, and mindset, and/or a voucher card to rent a padel court.
• Flexible working: You decide where and when you work in consultation with your team. At home, at the office, at the client, or from another European country (up to 20 working days per year).
• Home office arrangement: EY provides resources like an office chair, sit/stand desk, external monitor, desk lamp, (Bluetooth) headset, and a large external keyboard.
• Laptop and smartphone: You are entitled to a laptop and smartphone with a business subscription. *Smartphone not applicable to (thesis) interns.
• Salary: In addition to your fixed salary, you may be eligible for a bonus and an expense allowance (depending on the function) and an internet allowance of €40 net per month.
• Time off: You are entitled to 29 vacation days per year when full-time employed.
• Sabbatical: The option to take unpaid leave after consultation.
• Birth leave: EY will pay 100% of the birth leave, and in case of an additional birth leave, EY will pay 70% of the salary.
• Training and education: Opportunities to take part in various soft & hard skills training, external courses, and/or sign up for additional education, such as an MBA.
• Mobility: Choose sustainable options via the EY My Daily Travel app or online environment, including lease bicycles, electric shared scooters, electric shared cars, flexible lease cars, and public transport subscriptions.
• Bicycle arrangement: Finance the purchase cost of your new bicycle from your gross monthly salary or from your non-statutory holiday entitlement.
• Pension scheme: Build up a pension capital directly after your start at EY. You have the option to build up additional pension capital on a voluntary basis.

For more information about our employment terms, visit our page here.

Recruitment Procedure

How can you prepare for a long life together?

• Telephone introduction
• Assessment
• First interview
• Second interview

AI

We support the use of AI tools in applications, such as ChatGPT, recognizing its inevitability in today's job market. However, we would love to see a dose of your personality in your application. Blend AI assistance with your unique style, allowing us to truly get to know the authentic you, not just the AI-generated version.

Pre-employment Screening

Due to laws and regulations, and because EY (and in some cases its clients) has high demands on the reliability and integrity of its employees, every new employee will be screened. Depending on your rank, the pre-employment screening could contain the following: Certificate of Conduct (in Dutch: VOG) or - if requesting a Dutch VOG is not possible - Criminal Background Check of the country you are currently living or have lived during the last five years, integrity questionnaire, verification of ID, diplomas, and/or work experience, and consultation of the Dutch insolvency registry.