Data Analysts collect, process and analyse data. They translate data into insights to help organisations and companies make informed business decisions.

As organisations rely increasingly on data to make business decisions, more Data Analysts are needed.

Data Engineers are responsible for managing “big data”. They do this by designing, building and testing infrastructure to facilitate data collection, flow, storage and processing. They also maintain the organisation’s data ecosystem and ensure the data is easily accessible.

With big data playing an increasingly critical role in almost every industry, the need for Data Engineers is expected to rise exponentially.

Data Scientists collect and interpret data through scientific methods. They use the results to analyse risk and generate insights for organisations to make informed decisions.

With increasing reliance on data and machine learning, the demand for Data Scientists continues to be very high across various industries.

Relationship Managers start, maintain and grow business relationships between clients/ business partners and the organisation. They advise clients on products and services that are best suited to their needs. They also proactively monitor clients to manage any potential issues.

Relationship managers are often the main point of contact for clients and partners in the financial services sector. As demand for financial services grows, the need for Relationship Managers will continue to rise.

Client Service/Client Support Service professionals ensure Service Level Agreements with clients are met. They maintain good relationships with clients while managing their expectations. They also resolve conflicts in line with organisational protocol.

More client servicing roles within the financial sector will be needed as the industry provides more services.

Know Your Customer/Customer Due Diligence Analysts are financial institution's first line of defence in Anti-Money Laundering measures. They are responsible for the onboarding of new and prospective clients, conducting periodic Know Your Customer reviews and checking Customer Due Diligence Information of existing accounts for any suspicious activity.

With global economies becoming ever more interconnected and financial services ever more complex, this role will be highly sought after in the financial services sector.