Junior Analyst

Develop research and analytical skills through a graduate programme, producing AI insights and benchmarking research that supports strategy across the financial services sector.

Introduction

Evident is an intelligence platform that benchmarks and tracks AI adoption across the financial services sector. Our mission is to accelerate the adoption of AI across the sector by creating the most complete, unbiased and transparent public benchmarks of AI capability. 

Since the launch of our flagship product in January 2023, the Evident AI Index has rapidly become the global standard benchmark for AI maturity in banking.

Why join us:

• We are index experts. Our Co-Founders Alexandra Mousavizadeh and Annabel Ayles have more than 30 years of experience building complex indices that drive positive change in the world

• We are building a cutting edge research team that uses the latest techniques in machine learning to build faster and better data collection and analysis tools

• We’ve been backed by some of the world’s leading tech investors, including the backers of Revolut and the tech commentator Scott Galloway

• We’re working with some of the world's largest banks, helping them shape their AI strategies impacting millions of customers 

If you are interested in advancing your career at a fast-growing, innovative and impact-driven company, you can read about Our Values and Our Commitment to Responsible AI. Our commitments to diversity and inclusion are set out at the end of this job description.

The Role

Evident is hiring Junior Analysts to join our Graduate Program. This Program offers outstanding graduates the opportunity to launch their careers in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment at the forefront of AI adoption in financial services. From day one, you’ll gain exposure to the opportunities and challenges that AI presents to some of the world’s largest and most influential financial institutions.

As part of the Program, you’ll develop a strong understanding of how AI is shaping business strategy, operating models, and competitive advantage across the banking sector. Working alongside experienced analysts and industry experts, you’ll build the analytical, research, and communication skills needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry.

You’ll also play an active role in producing the analytics and insights that underpin our research, thought leadership, and strategic guidance for clients. Your work will contribute to the globally recognised Evident AI Index, helping to inform how leading financial institutions measure, benchmark, and accelerate their AI capabilities.

Core Skills:

• 2026 graduate or 0-2 years experience working in research, policy and/or consulting

• Experience with desktop / qualitative research

• Quantitative and qualitative analysis skills

• Proactive, with an eagerness to take on ownership without being asked

• Strong attention to detail

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• An interest in technology, digitalisation and/or AI (either professional or personal).

• Experience in research design - asking insightful questions, formulating hypotheses and conducting rigorous research (e.g. academic research, think tank research, strategy consulting, equity research).

Please note: You must be eligible to work in the UK without visa sponsorship

Nice to have

• Previous experience with desktop research within AI or Financial Services

• Experience using analytics software such as Google Sheets, Tableau or other BI tools

• Experience working on long-term research projects

• Experience writing content or insights on AI or Financial Services

If you do not fulfil all requirements in the job description, we encourage you to submit your application nonetheless.

Benefits

• Share options: we offer all employees share options over a 4 year vesting period

• Holidays: 28 days of holiday + public bank holidays

• Flexible working: 3-4 days per week in our Central London office, 1-2 days remote

• Learning & development budget: £1000/year

• Pension

• Private health insurance

Our commitments to diversity and inclusion

• Evident is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating all forms of discrimination. Our aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.

• During our recruitment process, you will not be discriminated against for any of the following reasons: race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), age, disability, gender reassignment, being married or in a civil partnership, being pregnant or on maternity leave, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. If you need us to make certain changes (known as reasonable adjustments) to make sure you are not disadvantaged during the recruitment process, you should contact us as soon as possible.

• We strive to create a working environment free of bullying, harassment, victimisation and discrimination, promote dignity and respect for all, and value and recognise individual differences and the contributions of all staff.