Mehnaty Graduate Analyst is an Emirati Program for a duration of 12 months designed to develop and nurture UAE national talent, preparing fresh Emirati university graduates for future roles in banking.
Are you ready to bring your knowledge from the classroom to the boardroom? Citi wants to help you get there! Whether it’s honing your skills or building your network, we know that success can’t come without growth. Our programs equip you with the knowledge and training you need to play a valuable role on your team and establish a long-term career here. At Citi, we value internal mobility, and career growth is not a question of “if”, but “when”.
We want to hear from you if...
Have already graduated between 2023 – 2025.
Obtained or on course to achieve a 2:1 as per UK education system or GPA 3 or equivalent and above.
Keen interest in a career in financial services.
Key Responsibilities
Data Collection & Analysis: Assist in gathering, organizing, and analyzing financial and operational data to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
Reporting: Support the creation of regular reports, presentations, and dashboards to communicate business performance and planning outcomes to stakeholders.
Forecasting & Modeling Support: Contribute to the development and maintenance of financial models and forecasts, providing input on assumptions and data validation.
Strategic Initiatives: Assist in the planning and execution of various strategic projects and initiatives, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with various departments, including finance, operations, and sales, to gather information and ensure integrated planning.
Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of business processes, methodologies, and analytical findings.
Ad-hoc Analysis: Perform ad-hoc analysis as required to support management decision-making.
Who we think will be a great fit...
We’re looking for motivated individuals, who are eager to start their careers at a global organization, tend to think globally, and have an innovative outlook on business. We know that anyone, not just those with business degrees can have a knack for business, so we’re open to all disciplines and candidates with diverse work experience. We value diversity and so do you. We’ll also be looking for the following:
Excellent interpersonal skills to deal internally and externally with clients.
Strong analytical and Presentation skills
Desire to develop a deep understanding of the financial industry
Intellectual curiosity and proactive approach to searching for new and creative ideas
Articulate, strong communication, planning, and organisational skills
You also have a strong desire to learn, are proactive, building rapport and relationships in team environments.
Unquestioned commitment to integrity ethical decision-making
We review applications on a rolling basis and therefore encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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Skills Required
- UAE national (Emirati)
- Graduated between 2023 and 2025
- Degree with minimum 2:1 (UK) or GPA 3.0 or equivalent
- Keen interest in a career in financial services
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical and presentation skills
- Strong communication, planning, and organisational skills
- Intellectual curiosity and proactive approach
- Unquestioned commitment to integrity and ethical decision-making
Citi Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Citi and has not been reviewed or approved by Citi.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits coverage is positioned as comprehensive, including health, dental, and vision insurance plus on-site clinics, prescription drug support, and disability coverage. Family-building support such as fertility assistance is described as a notable differentiator within the overall package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as strong, highlighted by a 401(k) with matching and additional plan options like a Roth 401(k). Financial support is reinforced through discounts and broader financial guidance resources tied to the benefits ecosystem.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing support extends beyond insurance through programs like an Employee Assistance Program, counseling/legal resources, and gym or wellness reimbursement. These offerings increase the perceived total rewards value even when cash compensation sentiment varies by role.
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