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Here to learn?
Most people come to Oxford to learn: about their subject, about themselves and about their futures. The Careers Service fairs provide you with an opportunity to learn more about careers, employers and your options once you graduate.

Talks at the Fairs:

Prepare for the Fairs
Friday 14 October 2011 1.15 1.45pm The Careers Service

Packed with talent

Its not often that you walk into a room and you see some of the most talented staff from top employers chatting to some of the brightest, most motivated and promising students in the world. Can you afford not to be there? Whether you know precisely what you want for your future career, whether you are still deciding or whether you consider yourself a careers novice, this is your chance to nd out more.

Advertising, PR and Marketing Fair

Tuesday 18 October 2011 2.30 6.00pm 3.15 3.45pm Insight into Marketing 4.00 4.30pm Insight into Brand Consultancy 4.45 5.15pm Insight into Public Relations
(Please see website for further details)

Do your homework
Whatever stage you are at in considering a career, the fairs will be valuable with a little preparation. Use this booklet to plan your fair tactics. Check who is attending and read their booklet entry before you speak to them. Attend our prepare for the fairs seminar. Read ourGuide to Michaelmas Term and beyond or access it online at www.careers.ox.ac.uk.

Management Consultancy Fair

Wednesday 19 October 2011 2.30 6.00pm 2.00 2.30pm Routes into Management Consultancy 4.30 5.00pm Women in Management Consultancy

On the day
Look smart first impressions count. Dont be afraid to approach stallholders. Take a pen and paper to record impressions and contacts. Allow yourself enough time to talk. Visit the Careers Service stand for objective advice. Make the most of the various talks available.

Finance Sector Fair Day 1

Thursday 20 October 2011 2.30 6.00pm 2.00 2.30pm Demystifying the Finance Sector

After the fair

Follow up with any contacts you have made or further questions you might have. Search for internships, graduate opportunities and alumni working at your chosen companies on CareerConnect www.careers.ox.ac.uk/careerconnect/ Visit the Careers Service Resource Centre at 56 Banbury Road for information on a range of other career options.

Finance Sector Fair Day 2

Friday 21 October 2011 2.30 6.00pm 2.00 2.30pm Finance for Arts Students
Please note some talks for the Management Consultancy Fair and Finance Sector Fair will take place at 2.00pm prior to the fair opening. All talks will be in the Old Library.

CV Clinics at the Fairs:

CV Clinics will be held at the Management Consultancy Fair, Finance Sector Fair (both days) 2.30pm 6.00pm. Representatives from organisations will be available at the CV Clinics. No need to book just turn up! But, please note, that the CV Clinic is operated on a rotational, rst come, rst served basis.

If you require further information or to discuss your needs, please contact 01865 274646 or [email protected]

INDEX
Accenture ................................................3 APT Applied Predictive Technologies Inc....3 A.T. Kearney ............................................3 Bain & Company........................................4 Booz & Company ......................................4 The Boston Consulting Group......................4 Capgemini UK Plc ......................................5 CHP Consulting ....................................5 (7) Corporate Value Associates (CVA) ..............5 Credo..................................................6 (7) Deloitte LLP ..............................................6 dunnhumby Limited ..............................6 (8) Efficio Limited............................................9 Ernst & Young............................................9 FTI Consulting ..........................................9 Gallup Consulting ............................10 (IFC) IBM........................................................10 IMS Health & IMS Consulting Group......10 (8) L.E.K. Consulting ....................................11 Marakon ................................................11 Mars & Co ......................................11 (IBC) McKinsey & Company ..............................12 Metapraxis Ltd.........................................12
IFC = inside front cover IBC = inside back cover OBC = outside back cover ( ) = display advertisement

Monitor Group ........................................12 NERA Economic Consulting ......................13 Newton Europe Limited ............................13 OC&C Strategy Consultants ......................13 Oliver Wyman................................14 (OBC) Opera Solutions ......................................14 PA Consulting Group................................14 The Parthenon Group ..............................15 PwC ................................................15 (16) RBB Economics........................................15 Redshift Strategy ....................................17 Roland Berger Strategy Consultants ..........17 Sapient Global Markets ............................17 Simon-Kucher & Partners ..........................18 Steer Davies Gleave ................................18 Stroud Consulting ....................................18 Teach First ..............................................19 Value Partners Management Consulting ......19 ZS Associates ....................................19 (20)

Accenture
1 Plantation Place, 30 Fenchurch Street, London, EC3M 3BD
Analyst Consulting Group - Most of our graduates join this group and learn core consulting skills across a variety of projects for clients in all sectors, which make it a great place to build the foundations of your consulting career. Here you will learn to apply management consulting, systems integration and technology to gain a commercial advantage. As an analyst you will be doing typical consulting work such as: Requirements/Needs Gathering, Research, Data Analysis & Evaluation, Project Management, Proposal Development and Communications. However, you could also find yourself preparing business proposals, redesigning business processes, preparing people for change, designing applications and implementing new technologies. To be eligible you must have at least 340 UCAS points (AAB or equivalent - not including general studies) and a predicted (or obtained) 2:1 degree. Accenture take students from all degree disciplines. Training: We invest around US$400 million each year in training and development. For you, that equates to almost 300 hours training every year. Most graduates follow the Analyst Training Programme, starting with three weeks in London. Youll receive intensive technical skills training which covers both programming and Accenture development methodologies. And, whats more, youll spend two weeks in one of our International Offices within six months of joining, completing a core consulting skills course with Accenture Analysts from around the world. Best of all, youll be rewarded financially too. With a choice of internships, we really do have something for everyone. Find out more by visiting www.accenture.com/ukschemes

Are you involved in any diversity initiatives/programmes? Yes - We are

committed to creating a workplace that is rich in diversity one that recognises individual uniqueness, values contribution, promotes respect and rewards personal achievement. Total number of vacancies this year: 500 + Salary Range in 2011: 31,500 + 10,000 Method of application: Apply online via website

Internships or Work Experience available:

We offer you so much more than just an insight into consulting. Youll get to work on live projects. Youll have real responsibility. And youll enjoy exposure to colleagues at all levels of our business.

Contact (for applications):

www.accenture.com/ukgraduates Website: www.accenture.com/ukgraduates

APT Applied Predictive Technologies Inc

Berkeley Square House, 2nd Floor, Berkeley Square, London, W1J 6BD
If you are looking for the career opportunities of a high growth startup with the stability of a profitable organization, then APT could be the right place for you. Founded in 1999 and funded by Accel-KKR in 2006, APT is actively seeking candidates to drive APTs rapid growth. APT is a rapidly growing strategic consulting and Software-as-a-Service company with offices in Washington D.C., San Francisco, London, and Taipei. With a powerful analytic software platform at its heart, APT is revolutionizing the way Fortune 500 companies think of developing their business strategy. APTs client portfolio boasts the worlds best known brands including Starbucks, Kraft, Staples, Lowes, Subway, Wells Fargo, Victorias Secret and the InterContinental Hotels Group. APT was featured in the Harvard Business Review for being the pioneer in bringing the principles of scientific experimentation into the business universe. We are looking for both undergraduates and postgraduates to join our London team. We welcome all majors of study. Training: Upon joining APT, all employees will go through an extensive training and orientation program.

E-mail Address: [email protected] Website: www.joinapt.com

Are you involved in any diversity initiatives/programmes? No Total number of vacancies this year:
Multiple

Salary Range in 2011: Highly Competitive Method of application: Submit resume and
Cover letter through Oxfords CareerConnect

Contact (for applications): Laura Tallent

A.T. Kearney
Lansdowne House, Berkley Square, London, W1J 6ER
Founded in 1926, A.T. Kearney is a leading global management consultancy, helping some of the worlds largest companies to achieve sustainable competitive advantage. For over 80 years weve provided strategic solutions to CEO-level concerns, delivering tangible results through a broad range of capabilities. Were known for our insight, our experience, and our collaborative working style. Our greatest asset is our people. A.T. Kearneys offices are located in major business centres in 35 countries. Our staff comprises of about 2,500 employees worldwide; our people have broad industry experience and come from the top universities around the globe. We welcome applications from undergraduates, postgraduates and international students.

Training: To enlarge your consulting knowledge and potential, A.T. Kearney offers training programmes that address your development needs at each stage in your career. New joiners participate in the week-long New Consultant Orientation programme to learn the fundamental concepts and methodologies used by practicing consultants. In addition there are regular opportunities for consultants to take part in specialized training designed to hone their understanding of industries, processes, and products. All training activities are designed specifically to build the increasingly complex skill set required for career advancement. Are you involved in any diversity initiatives/programmes? Yes - Tom Kearney,
who founded A.T. Kearney over 80 years ago said: the true strength of this firm, as in any

organisation, lies in the fact that we are all different. At A.T. Kearney we value a work environment where diversity is embraced, and people are promoted on their merits and treated with respect. Diversity is a core value of our firm. Salary Range in 2011: Competitive Method of application: Email your 1 page CV and Cover letter to [email protected] Contact (for applications): Claire Dees or Emma Koonin Telephone No.: 0207 468 8995 or 0207 468 8978

E-mail Address:
[email protected] Website: www.atkearney.com

Bain & Company

83 Piccadilly, London, W1J 8JA
Bain & Company is one of the world's leading global business consulting firms ranked #1 Best Firm to Work for by Vault and Best Firm to Work For by Consulting Magazine for the past eight years. We help make our clients more valuable and our focus is on delivering results, not reports for our clients. We are direct, practical and down-toearth, and we always put our clients needs first. Bain is a dynamic, pragmatic, and entrepreneurial organisation. We are looking for exceptional graduates and post-graduates from all degree disciplines who can demonstrate evidence of teamwork and initiative to work as Associate Consultants. We also welcome applications from international students.

Training: At Bain, we provide a rigorous training

programme starting with two weeks of training in the London office and two weeks on a global training course in the US. We also offer unparalleled flexibility - Associate Consultants (ACs) have the opportunity to transfer to one of our 44 global offices, pursue an MBA, or go on an externship. Total number of vacancies this year: 30+ Salary Range in 2011: Competitive Method of application: Submission of CV and Covering letter online via our website www.joinbain.com Contact (for applications): Tanith Archibald

E-mail Address:
[email protected] Website: www.joinbain.com

Booz & Company

7 Savoy Court, Strand, London, WC2R 0JP
Booz & Company is a leading global management consulting firm, helping the worlds top businesses, governments and institutions to create and deliver essential advantage. With approximately 3,300 people and 61 offices in 30 countries, we bring foresight and knowledge and a practical approach to our clients with a variety of industry and functional experience to enable us to solve our clients toughest problems. Our people are our greatest asset. It takes exceptional individuals with different talents and perspectives to develop the innovative solutions our clients expect. We believe the most effective teams reflect diverse backgrounds and ideas. We recruit the best and brightest from leading business schools, undergraduate institutions, and other degree programmes, as well as experienced professionals with outstanding track records. Training: We offer all new hires a clearly structured career path. In addition to on-the-job training, we have an extensive programme of courses designed to help you develop the analytical and core consulting skills to enable you to deliver real impact on client projects. For successful consultants we also offer sponsorships to attend top-flight business schools as part of individual career development plans. students understand the role of a consultant and provide opportunities to engage with clients on live projects. Please apply via our website www.booz.com/uk/home/join_us/how_to_apply. Total number of vacancies this year: No Fixed Quota Salary Range in 2011: Competitive Method of application: Online application form, please visit our website for further information: http://www.booz.com/uk/home/ join_us/how_to_apply Contact (for applications): Payal Savjani Telephone No.: 020 7393 3333 Fax No.: 020 7393 3484 E-mail Address: [email protected] Website: www.booz.com/uk

Internships or Work Experience available:

We provide a Summer Internship programme which runs for 8 weeks during the months of July and August 2012, and is open to students in their penultimate year of study. The programme helps

The Boston Consulting Group

20 Manchester Square, London, W1U 3PZ
The Boston Consulting Group is one of the world's premier strategy consulting firms, with over 3,300 consultants in 71 offices worldwide. We help our clients get into winning positions in their markets, working with them to create sustainable competitive advantage and to implement breakthrough business strategies. Our clients are the leading organisations in their fields. They include multinationals, growth companies and top-tier public sector and not-forprofit organisations. BCGs success and reputation is built on smart ideas and smart people. We are currently experiencing unprecedented growth. We are seeking highly talented graduates to join our world class team and drive this momentum forward. BCG is about diagnosing a problem and collaborating closely with the client to develop a solution. Successful candidates will have the right balance of excellent analytical abilities and impressive interpersonal skills. We welcome graduates from any discipline. Training: Our international training programme will help you develop a comprehensive toolkit of business and management skills. You will work in close-knit teams on a wide variety of projects in different industries. From the first day, you will be interacting with senior clients and your input will add tangible value. Throughout your time at BCG, you will be mentored, stretched and intellectually challenged.

Total number of vacancies this year: No

set number

Salary Range in 2011: Highly Competitive Method of application: Please apply online at
www.bcg.com by 31st October 2011 Contact (for applications): University Recruiting Co-ordinator Telephone No.: 020 7753 5353 Fax No.: 020 7753 5750 E-mail Address: [email protected] Website: www.bcg.com

Internships or Work Experience available and number of opportunities: Internship

opportunities will be available in 2012. Application period will open from 1st January to 29th January 2012.

Capgemini UK Plc
1 Forge End, Woking, Surrey, GU21 6DB
Capgemini, one of the worlds foremost providers of consulting, technology and outsourcing services, enables its clients to transform and perform through technologies. Capgemini provides its clients with insights and capabilities that boost their freedom to achieve superior results through a unique way of working, the Collaborative Business ExperienceTM. The Group relies on its global delivery model called Rightshore, which aims to get the right balance of the best talent from multiple locations, working as one team to create and deliver the optimum solution for clients. Present in 40 countries, Capgemini reported 2010 global revenues of EUR 8.7 billion and employs around 110,000 people worldwide. We are looking for both undergraduates and postgraduates to join us. We welcome students from all degree subjects.

Training: Our Management Consulting

programme is recognised throughout the industry for its ability to turn bright, ambitious graduates into expert management consultants. Starting as an associate consultant, youll be partnering with our clients to make complex and difficult business decisions. Its challenging; however, with our intensive induction course and on-going training and support, youll have the essential core knowledge, tools and techniques to get off to a fantastic start.

Are you involved in any diversity initiatives/programmes? Yes - We have

established links with external organisations such as Business in the Communitys Race for Opportunity, Opportunity Now, Employers Forum on Disability, Employers Forum on Age and Stonewall Total number of vacancies this year: 120 Salary Range in 2011: 35,000 for graduate roles in Consulting Method of application: On line Contact (for applications): Brian Sinclair Telephone No.: (020) 7434 2171 (ask for Graduate Recruitment)

Internships or Work Experience available:

Our Technology Placement programme runs from October until July. On it, you will gain exposure to an unparalleled range of technologies, project work and business sectors. You will develop your team working and communications skills as well as having the opportunity to work with key clients and senior project sponsors within Capgemini.

E-mail Address:
[email protected] Website: www.uk.capgemini.com/graduates

CHP Consulting
20 Gresham Street, London, EC2V 7JE
CHP Consulting is a medium-sized organisation with a small company culture and big company aspirations. Working in the asset finance industry, we are approached by top banks, equipment manufacturers and finance companies to help them improve their business performance through the application of our wide-ranging experience in this sector and market-leading software; ALFA Systems. We are extremely proud of our track record of successful projects, a testament to the skills, experience and knowledge of our consultants who develop organically through the company from graduate joiner to Project Manager. We recruit from any background (undergraduates and postgraduates).

Training: You will be trained at our London

office in all things necessary to get you started on a project. Youll either be on a client site or based in the office and your first role will typically be software development. Through our in-house and external courses, you will gain more knowledge of the business and technology, will have increased contact with the client and will be encouraged to use your creativity and innovation to develop solutions.

Contact (for applications): Gillian Bray Telephone No.: 020 7920 2722 Fax No.: 020 7588 1802 E-mail Address: [email protected] Website: www.chpconsulting.com

Are you involved in any diversity initiatives/programmes? No Total number of vacancies this year: 20 Salary Range in 2011: 35,000 Method of application: Online at
www.chp.co.uk/careers

Corporate Value Associates (CVA)

Kinnaird House, 1 Pall Mall East, London, SW1Y 5AU
CVA is a global strategy consulting firm, with offices in 16 countries worldwide. We are active in both strategy formulation and implementation. CVA covers three main topic areas, each of which has a specific set of proprietary methodologies. Customer: CCVE helps clients define and understand customer segments, designing tailored offers and optimising sales and marketing plans. Business: PRIME helps a business internally optimise and align itself to deliver for customers through a combination of organisation and process change in business units and corporate services. Stakeholder: CPO delivers maximum value from a business portfolio for all stakeholders through a relative value assessment of its portfolio of activities. These topics are applicable across market sectors CVA operate a matrix organisation approach, in which topic specialists and sector specialists are combined in project teams. This provides a powerful mix of both specific sector knowledge and cross sector fertilisation in project work. CVA welcomes applications from undergraduates, postgraduates and international students. Training: CVA provides new consultants with an initial week-long training course designed to fill any gaps in technical abilities and the basic consultancy skills. Following on from this, new consultants are quickly assigned to a client-facing case team where the real learning begins. In addition, several company-wide training events are held for consultants throughout their careers where they will have the opportunity to gain new skills and meet international colleagues.

Internships or Work Experience available and number of opportunities: CVA offers

34 Summer Internship positions per year and the closing date for applications (CV & Covering letter) is Friday 27 January 2012. Total number of vacancies this year: 34 Salary Range in 2011: Competitive with the consulting sector Method of application: Please email your CV & Covering letter to [email protected] Contact (for applications): Emily Sims Telephone No.: +44 (0)207 559 5047 Fax No.: +44 (0)207 559 5099 E-mail Address: [email protected] Website: www.corporate-value.com

Credo
12 Arthur Street, London, EC4R 9AB
Who are we? Credo is a market-leading boutique strategy consultancy with global reach. We work for the CEOs and boards of todays most forward-thinking and influential companies, providing solutions for key strategic issues which markets, what business model, how to achieve above-market returns. Whats in it for you? Associates are involved in every stage of case delivery, from business development, through industry research and analysis to strategic recommendations and client presentations. Small case teams and early exposure to clients and partners mean greater responsibility and influence early on in your career. Credo also provides a comprehensive training programme, comprising one week of induction training and quarterly training days. This is supplemented by an external course on Interpretation of Financial Statements, a module of the CISI Diploma. We offer extensive global travel opportunities and lead the market on pay. What are we looking for? Credo is looking for exceptional individuals. Candidates must be logical, numerate and entrepreneurial, with excellent communication skills and a streak of creativity. Your application should demonstrate evidence of leadership, ambition and teamwork, alongside relevant work experience and an outstanding academic record. Deadline for graduate recruitment: 14th November 2011 Introduction to Strategy Days Credo also invites students to apply to attend one of our popular Introduction to Strategy days, held in our London office. These days provide prospective candidates with an insight into life as a strategy consultant and the work we do, as well as invaluable interview advice and practice. To apply to one of our autumn dates, please send a CV to [email protected] (see website for deadlines). Total number of vacancies this year: 10+ Salary Range in 2011: Market Leading Method of application: CV and Cover letter to [email protected] Contact (for applications): Rita Ixer Telephone No.: 020 3206 8800 Fax No.: 020 3206 8801 E-mail Address: [email protected] Website: www.credo-group.com

Deloitte LLP
Stonecutter Court, London, EC4A 4TR
As a recognised force in the professional services industry, Deloitte can offer the kind of clients, complexity and challenges you need to continue your personal growth. Not to mention the tremendous training and development programmes currently available in management consultancy, tax, accountancy or IT. The way we work is uniquely collaborative and we believe in giving people real responsibility early on, so there is plenty of scope for rapid career progression. We welcome applications from both undergraduates and postgraduates onto our programmes and also welcome applications from international students. Its your future. How far will you take it? Visit our website at www.deloitte.co.uk/graduates. Training: Continuous training and development throughout the graduate programme. Each of our programmes offer the opportunity to study towards a professional qualification. Alongside this there will be internal training and courses that you can attend to aid your personal development and career growth. peoples different needs and characteristics. These groups include: faith-based networks; GLOBE gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and trans-gender employees; workability for people who experience a physical or mental impairment; our working parents and carers group; our womens network; our multicultural network for black and ethnic minority employees. Total number of vacancies this year: 1500 Salary Range in 2011: Competitive Method of application: Online Application through our website www.deloitte.co.uk/graduates Contact (for applications): Craig Barnett Telephone No.: 0207 007 0655 E-mail Address: [email protected] Website: www.deloitte.co.uk/graduates

Internships or Work Experience available and number of opportunities: Summer

Vacation Programme open to penultimate year undergraduate students. We are recruiting for our Summer Vacation Programme in the following areas: Consulting, Actuarial and a Professional Services Rotation (Audit + Tax). There is no deadline for applications, however positions are filled on a first to apply basis. We are recruiting for 300 Summer Vacation Students over summer 2012.

Are you involved in any diversity initiatives/programmes? Yes - We have

Deloitte Networks, a wide range of groups designed to champion and grow awareness of our

dunnhumby Limited
Aurora House, 71-75 Uxbridge Road, Ealing, London, W5 5SL
dunnhumby is the global leader at helping companies understand the wants, needs and desires of their customers. Insights from over 350 million people in 27 countries enable dunnhumbys clients to put the customer at the heart of the way their people, processes and systems work. Graduate Opportunities We are growing fast and we have a variety of excellent opportunities for you to fast-track your career we promise that the commitment and contribution demonstrated by you will be rewarded with responsibility. There are opportunities in all areas of the company for those with skills in: Data Analysis; Data Management; Marketing Communications & Media; IT Development & Product Delivery and Consultancy & Client Leadership. Training: What does the two year journey entail? Board - Our launch schedule includes team orientations, spontaneous storytelling, understanding dunnhumby, networking through social events and team building. We complete with a dunnhumby tradition the Beer & Curry night! Deliver - Learn the tools and techniques for utilising client products and data solutions as well as learning how we engage and work with our clients. Perform - Access to a number of subject matter experts and senior managers. A practical and experiential business simulation based on our solutions. Lead - Collaborate by working in your teams, begin your client journey and demonstrate your potential. Our internship programme starts in July 2012 and lasts ten weeks. It will provide valuable, on-the-job work experience that could help you secure a place in our graduate development programme the following year. www.dunnhumby.com/thegifted/intern Total number of vacancies this year: 30

Salary Range in 2011 for Graduates:

27,000 + Excellent Benefits Method of application: Online ONLY www.dunnhumby.com/yourfuture Contact (for applications): Machar Smith Telephone No.: 0208 832 9809

Internships or Work Experience available:

The dunnhumby Summer Analyst Programme is a great way to gain insight into the world of customers and their behaviour. You will experience how our expertise helps some of the worlds biggest brands.

E-mail Address:
[email protected] ( please do not email applications go to www.dunnhumby.com/yourfuture ) Website: www.dunnhumby.com

Your future is here

I want a career, not just a job
dunnhumby is the global leader at helping companies understand the wants, needs and desires of their customers. Insights from over 350 million people in 24 countries enable dunnhumbys clients to put the customer at the heart of the way their people, processes and systems work. Once companies put the customer rst in business decisions, they become their customers rst choice increasing brand value as they buy one more product, one more time. Our future depends on nurturing great talent and providing a place where you can ourish personally and professionally.

I want to join a company that is doing something exciting

I want a job where Im rewarded for the great work I deliver

So, if you want to join a company that is growing, pushing boundaries and changing the way business is done get in touch today. Your future is here. dunnhumby.com/yourfuture

Efficio Limited
22 Long Acre, Covent Garden, London, WC2E 9LY
Efficio is a niche, leading edge management consultancy focused entirely on procurement and supply chain optimisation. With unparalleled experience, our dynamic, international teams work with large corporate clients and private equity-owned businesses across Europe and the USA to deliver lasting results through procurement. We are currently seeking multiple Business Analysts who provide critical analytical support to our projects. BAs are closely involved in the dayto-day delivery of client projects and are expected to participate in, and contribute to, the interaction with clients and clients' suppliers. We welcome applications from undergraduates, postgraduates, and international students.

Training: Comprehensive training programme

including a structured New Hire Orientation followed by on-going training sessions depending on your area of interest and need. Topics covered include procurement and consulting methodology, data analysis, formatting and negotiation. We also provide formal mentors and joining buddies for one on one support.

Salary Range in 2011: Highly competitive

base plus bonus

Method of application:
Please send your CV and Covering letter to [email protected] Contact (for applications): 0207 550 5677 Telephone No.: 0207 550 5677 Fax No.: 0207 550 5679:

Internships or Work Experience available and number of opportunities: A limited

number of internships will be available for penultimate year students only. Please contact Carrie Crevel at [email protected] for further information and availability. Total number of vacancies this year: 10

E-mail Address:
[email protected] Website: www.efficioconsulting.com

Ernst & Young

1 More London Place, London SE1 2AF, United Kingdom
At Ernst & Young, we take our business and our people from strength to strength. Working with us, youll use your natural strengths to help solve complex problems for some of the worlds leading businesses. By ensuring that you make the most of your strengths well help you excel in your role and go further, faster. Ernst & Young is a leading professional services organisation with 141,000 people, in 700 locations across 140 countries worldwide. We work closely with other organisations to improve how they work, make vital business decisions and explore opportunities. If you join us as a Graduate or Summer Intern, youll work in one of four main areas: Advisory, Assurance, Corporate Finance or Tax.

Training: Playing a key role in our continued

success and growth, youll get experience in a whole variety of industry sectors, providing you with a solid business foundation for your career. From day one youll be doing stimulating, challenging work and dealing face-to-face with clients. Soon youll take decisions that influence leading businesses at the highest levels.

Total number of vacancies this year: 900

graduate vacancies across Advisory, Assurance, Corporate Finance and Tax. 700 internship and undergraduate vacancies Salary Range in 2011: Competitive Method of application: Apply online at www.ey.com/uk/careers Telephone No.: 0800 289 208

Internships or Work Experience available and number of opportunities: Our EY

FastTracks programmes offer internship opportunities including a 1 day Insight, 3 day Leadership Academy and 6-week summer internship.

E-mail Address:
[email protected] Website: www.ey.com/uk/en/careers

FTI Consulting
Davidson Building, 5 Southampton Street, London , WC2E 7HA
FTI Consulting are currently recruiting in their Economic Consulting Practice. FTIs European Economic Consulting practice, with offices in London and Paris, comprises economists, statisticians, accountants, financial and public policy experts. We provide law firms, companies, and government agencies with analysis of complex economic issues for use in antitrust and regulation proceedings, litigation damages and international arbitration, media and telecommunications assignments, decision making and public policy debates. We welcome applications from undergraduates, postgraduates as well as international students. FTI Economic Consulting offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive training programme and also sponsors its graduate recruits through the ACA and CFA qualifications.

Training: FTI offers our economic consulting recruits a wide range of training opportunities, starting with a two-week induction programme introducing the key technical aspects of the job. We help you to develop these skills with a range of in-house training courses as well as supporting further qualifications, such as Masters programmes, in related areas. We cover training costs to become a chartered accountant (ACA) or a chartered financial analyst (CFA) and provide dedicate study leave. Internships or Work Experience available and number of opportunities: We offer both
long and short term internships.

Method of application: Email CV and

Covering letter

Contact (for applications): Sarah Hackett Telephone No.: 020 7979 7504 Fax No.: 020 3077 0599 E-mail Address:
[email protected] Website: www.fticonsulting.com

Total number of vacancies this year: 15 Salary Range in 2011: Competitive

Gallup Consulting
The Adelphi, 1-11 John Adam Street, London, WC2N 6HS
Gallup has studied human nature and behaviour for more than 75 years. Gallup's reputation for delivering relevant, timely, and visionary research about what people around the world think and feel is the cornerstone of the organisation. Gallup employs many of the world's leading scientists in management, economics, psychology, and sociology, and our consultants assist leaders in identifying and monitoring behavioural economic indicators worldwide. Gallup consultants help organisations boost organic growth by increasing customer engagement and maximising employee productivity through measurement tools, coursework, and strategic advisory services. Gallup welcomes applications from all students. Training: Gallup Consultants participate in an extensive training and development programme to learn Gallup's unique approach to consulting and work alongside senior leadership to serve our Fortune 1,000 clients around the world. As the consultants demonstrate a mastery of Gallup's practices and processes, they gain responsibility for advising, managing, and growing these vital client relationships.

E-mail Address:
[email protected] Website: www.gallup.com

Internships or Work Experience available and number of opportunities: Postings will

be available Winter 2011/2012 for Summer 2012 internship positions.

Total number of vacancies this year:

Multiple

Salary Range in 2011: Competitive Method of application: Online application Contact (for applications): Joanne Dowson Telephone No.: 020 7950 4546

IBM
IBM North Harbour, Portsmouth, PO6 3AU
Being inspired is what makes IBM tick. And everything we do is geared around bringing innovation to life. From the PC, the memory chip and the calculator, to the Barcode, the games console chip and NASA technology that saw man land on the moon, weve been powering worldfirsts for over 100 years. And today? Well, today were the worlds largest consulting services company, operating in over 170 countries. Were championing efforts to combat climate change, making entire cities more sustainable and helping consumers get more from mobile technology. We work with the most forward-thinking clients, organisations and governments. So if youre an ambitious undergraduate or graduate, this is your chance to join a world leader.

Training: We offer exceptional training and

development. Whether its business or personal skills training youll be able to draw on a huge variety of courses that we offer. Given the scale of our business youll also experience huge variety in the work that youll get involved with and youll work with a range of clients across all types of business. Theres also huge undergraduate and graduate community which will give you immense support.

Are you involved in any diversity initiatives/programmes? Yes see website

for more details ibm.com/start/uk

Total number of vacancies this year: 500

students/graduates

Salary Range in 2011: Students - 15,000

(1,000 sign-on) and 27,000 32,000 for graduates Method of application: Online www.ibm.com/start/uk Contact (for applications): All online Website: www.ibm.com/start/uk

Internships or Work Experience available:

If youre looking for a year out as part of your degree or a summer internship, we offer first-class opportunities for top students across our business from consulting to technology, business operations to sales, finance to human resources. Deadlines throughout the year. Apply at ibm.com/start/uk

IMS Health & IMS Consulting Group

7 Harewood Avenue, Marylebone, London, NW1 6JB
IMS Health provides market intelligence and consulting services for the global health community. With a global presence and local expertise across five continents, we know the pulse of the market anticipating change, understanding its impact and resolving the challenges it brings. From pricing and market access and marketing issues to product, portfolio and geographic investment decisions our life sciences consulting teams offer insights that drive results. All backed by the strongest evidence and analytics. Applications from undergraduates, postgraduates and international students welcome. All applicants must have full working rights for the recruiting country. Training: Through a combination of on-the-job coaching and mentoring, in addition to a structured learning and development curriculum, we provide you with the tools you need to take control of your own unique career path. We support ongoing opportunities to learn, grow and develop professionally and personally, while regularly sharing knowledge and coaching for success. teamwork and inclusiveness. By embracing our differences, we create innovative solutions that benefit IMS and our clients.

Total number of vacancies this year:

Ongoing requirements

Salary Range in 2011: Competitive Method of application: Online, via

www.imshealth.com/careers

Internships or Work Experience available and number of opportunities: Penultimate

and Final Year students are invited to apply for UK Summer Internships in February 2012. Final Year students are also invited to apply for full time permanent Analyst roles.

Website: www.imshealth.com/careers &

www.imsconsultinggroup.com

Are you involved in any diversity initiatives/programmes? Yes - We cultivate a

diverse culture, celebrating and rewarding

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L.E.K. Consulting
40 Grosvenor Place, London, SW1X 7JL
L.E.K. Consulting is an international firm that specialises in strategy, transaction services and performance improvement consulting. It advises the largest private and public sector organisations, private equity companies and smaller, more entrepreneurial businesses. With a reputation for resolving the most complex commercial issues, L.E.K. helps business leaders consistently make better decisions, deliver improved business performance and create greater shareholder returns. The firm was founded in 1983 and employs over 900 staff in 20 offices across Europe, North America and Asia Pacific. In 2007, L.E.K Consulting was awarded the Queens Award for Enterprise for its achievements in international trade.

Training: We operate a very comprehensive training programme, which is structured over 3 years; new joiners will have an initial two-week orientation programme, followed by continuous monthly training sessions, which are tailored to the needs of your position. L.E.K.s training covers the full range of technical, analytical, strategy, communication, project management & relationship building skills. L.E.K. is extremely committed to the training and development of all employees. Internships or Work Experience available:
The Summer Associate Programme is open to penultimate year students who are interested in gaining an insight into the Associate career. This runs for 8 weeks over July and August. You will first complete an orientation programme before becoming a contributing case team member. Please submit an online application by 13th January 2012.

Are you involved in any diversity initiatives/programmes? Our workforce is

diverse, representing a range of professional and personal backgrounds and more than 30 nationalities. Total number of vacancies this year: 4050 (start dates in September 2012 and Spring 2013) Salary Range in 2011: Highly Competitive Method of application: Online application by 13th November 2011 Applications welcome from undergraduates, postgraduates and international students Contact (for applications): Holly Johnson Telephone No.: 0207 389 7200 E-mail Address: [email protected] Website: www.lek.com

Marakon
99 Bishopsgate, London, EC2M 3XD
Marakon is a high-end strategy consulting boutique. Since its founding in 1978, the firm has brought uniquely tailored and integrated advice to clients, backed by distinctive ideas and rigorous analytics. The practice has evolved over 30 years but maintained a high degree of integrity, objectivity and focus, working with some of the world's best known and most dynamic organisations. We are a diverse group of high achievers and independent thinkers who are passionate, dedicated and down-to-earth. We are looking for outstanding individuals from any discipline, and welcome applications from undergraduates, postgraduates and international students.

Training: In your first year, you will receive over

300 hours of formal training to learn the fundamentals of our practice, financial and accounting skills, as well as presentation and client interaction skills. You are also allocated a peer-group buddy and a career development coach to support your integration and progression. Total number of vacancies this year: 510 Salary Range in 2011: Highly competitive Method of application: Via our website, with a CV and Covering letter, by 6th November. Contact (for applications): Dustin Woodward

Telephone No.: +44 (0)20 7664 3737 E-mail Address: [email protected] Website: www.marakon.com

Mars & Co
12-18 Grosvenor Gardens, London, SW1W 0DH
Mars & Co is a leading strategy consulting firm with over 200 professionals in offices in London, New York, Paris, San Francisco, Tokyo and Shanghai. We apply fact-based, quantitative analysis to our clients' competitive opportunities and develop consultants with cross-industry, cross-functional and international experience. Our exclusive one client per industry foundation allows us to build close relationships with global industry leaders, working directly with senior management in the most sensitive areas of core strategy development. We do not practice lateral hiring. Recruitment is at entry level since we take an apprenticeship approach to developing our strategy consultants. The people who join us have: Degrees in quantitative sciences from topranking universities and business schools; Strong quantitative skills meshed with creativity to develop practical strategic recommendations from detailed analyses; The intellectual power, mindset and physical stamina to thrive in a deadline driven environment; The power of persuasion tempered by genuine work ethics and a sense of humour. Training: We develop our consultants careers through a tailor-made apprenticeship under the close monitoring of our most senior staff. From day one, skills are developed based on individual needs, which are identified and carried out through live clients project work.

Contact (for applications): Via Website E-mail Address:

[email protected] Website: www.marsandco.com

Total number of vacancies this year:

Recruitment is throughout the year, no quota Salary Range in 2011: Market competitive Method of application: CV and Covering letter

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McKinsey & Company

1 Jermyn Street, London and international locations
At McKinsey, we help world-leading clients in the public, private and third sectors to meet their biggest strategic, operational and organisational challenges. Our goal is to provide distinctive and long-lasting performance improvements - in short, it is about having an impact. Making a difference. As a consultant in our truly global firm, you will have the opportunity to work with colleagues and clients from all around the world. You will come into contact with CEOs, government leaders and the foremost charitable organisations, and work together with them on their most exciting and challenging issues. Working in consulting is challenging, but at McKinsey we encourage a healthy work-life balance. Whatever your interests, youll find likeminded individuals, and a thriving range of groups, initiatives and events that bring people together. We welcome applications from all undergraduates and postgraduates. Our deadline for all McKinsey offices is Sunday 30 October 2011. Training: You will also enjoy world-class personal and professional development. Formal training programmes, coupled with a culture of mentoring and coaching, will provide you with the best possible support to reach your full potential. Applications for this event open online from 2 January 2012, where you will also be able to find more information on our website. Total number of vacancies this year: No fixed quota Salary Range in 2011: Competitive Method of application: Please submit all applications online via our website www.mckinsey.com/careers Contact (for applications): Emma Harper, Graduate Recruitment Manager Telephone No.: 0207 961 7070

Internships or Work Experience available:

Discover is an all expenses paid, 2-day residential event, which is available to all non-finalist undergraduates and is held during the Easter break. You will get the chance to experience the way we help clients solve problems through an interactive and realistic business scenario. In addition, you will also have the opportunity to work with professional coaches on personal impact, self-awareness and teamwork.

E-mail Address:
[email protected] Website: www.mckinsey.com/careers

Metapraxis Ltd
Kingstons House, Coombe Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT2 7AB
Metapraxis is looking for high calibre graduates to join our team and make a real contribution to the successful growth of our company. Metapraxis is a management consultancy that has provided management information, planning and strategic analysis to a global cross-industry client list for over 30 years. Our consultants work on fast-acting assignments to deliver cost-effective answers to key questions on past, current and future business and market performance for our clients. We are looking for graduates who can demonstrate that they have a real interest in business and who are creative, diplomatic and enjoy problem solving.

Training: Metapraxis combines the benefits of direct client project experience from an early stage with formal training and a personal development review structure. Training includes:
Financial: sponsorship for the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants professional qualification Technical: Analysis tools, analytic techniques, project management Personal: Presenting, interpersonal skills and management coaching Internships: Metapraxis offers 12 summer internships per year. Applications should be sent to [email protected] by 30 April. Work experience is also occasionally available during Christmas and Easter breaks.

Diversity: As we continue to grow, we are

dedicated to providing a dynamic, meritocratic environment that enables us to recruit, retain and support a diverse team. Total number of vacancies this year: 4 Salary range in 2011: 30,000 32,000 Method of application: Covering letter and CV by email (to include A Level, Highers, IB grades or the equivalent and any degree grade already awarded) Contact (for applications): Anne Rouse Telephone number: 020 8541 2700 Fax number: 020 8546 2105 Email address: [email protected] Website: www.metapraxis.com

Monitor Group
Michelin House, 81 Fulham Road, London, SW3 6RD
Monitor is a leading global strategy consulting firm founded in 1983 by a group of Harvard Business School professors, who wanted to test their theories in the real world. We partner with our clients corporations, governments, non-profits as their integrated resource for growth. Since our founding we have invested heavily in developing leading edge ideas, approaches and methods - and in making them practical for clients to use on their toughest problems and biggest opportunities. We accept applications from undergraduates, postgraduates and international students. Training: The majority of learning at Monitor takes place on the job, where knowledge is put to use and theory turned into practice. We believe in the apprenticeship approach to development, in which each consultant is expected to have both a willingness to learn and an ability to coach. We also offer formal training programs tailored to an individuals career stage. All employees kick off their Monitor careers with a new hire orientation, an event designed to introduce new hires to Monitor and each other. We also provide formal classroom training sessions, which range from knowledge growth (e.g. marketing, finance, organisation strategy) to skill development (e.g. analytical planning, effective client interactions).

Are you involved in any diversity initiatives/programmes? Yes - Monitor is

committed to promoting diversity and building a culture which enables all of our employees and partners to achieve their full potential regardless of age, gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation or physical capabilities. Total number of vacancies this year: No set quota Salary Range in 2011: Competitive Method of application: Online application at www.monitor.com. Deadline: 6th November 2011. Contact (for applications): Via the website Telephone No.: 0207 838 6500 Fax No.: 0207 838 6501 Website: www.monitor.com

Internships or Work Experience available:

We offer an 8-week internship program in Summer 2012, which is open to penultimate year students. Summer interns will be placed on one of our projects so this is a fantastic opportunity to get to know Monitor. Applications will be accepted from 1st December 2011 and the deadline for applications is 22nd January 2012.

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NERA Economic Consulting

15 Stratford Place, London, W1C 1BE
NERA Economic Consulting is a global firm of experts dedicated to applying economic, finance, and quantitative principles to complex business and legal challenges. For over half a century, NERAs economists have been creating strategies, studies, reports, expert testimony, and policy recommendations for government authorities and the worlds leading law firms and corporations. NERA serves clients from over 20 offices across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. We welcome applications for internships and permanent positions from talented economists with first-rate academic records. Final year undergraduate, MPhil and DPhil students in Economics, or a related discipline, are invited to apply.

Training: We hold an Orientation Programme

annually for new hires, covering such topics as Whos Who at NERA, practice areas and project work, and how to do research the NERA way. Training modules for specifically targeted skills are offered to staff on a continual basis. Training covers topics such as consulting skills, project management, business strategy, problem solving techniques and computer skills. In-house experts deliver statistical analysis and econometrics training.

Salary Range in 2011: Very competitive Method of application: Email Contact (for applications):
[email protected] Telephone No.: 020 7659 8500 E-mail Address: [email protected] Website: www.nera.com

Internships or work experience available:

We employ a rolling recruitment process for both internship and permanent positions.There are no deadlines for applications. Total number of vacancies this year: 12

Newton Europe Limited

4 Michaels Court, Hanney Road, Southmoor, Oxford, OX13 5HR
Newton was established in 2001 by a group of highly qualified and experienced engineers with a proven pedigree in delivering improved manufacturing performance. Since then, our business has grown by over 40% year-on-year and we now we employ more than 70 full-time staff across the UK and Europe. Today, we work with all kinds of organisations in the public and private sectors from factory floor to boardroom, identifying and fixing cost, delivery and quality problems that inhibit operational and supply chain performance. With a track record of creating a 10-50% improvement over two to six months without any capital expenditure, were paid by results, so theres no financial risk for our clients.

Training: You will receive 6 weeks of intensive

classroom and on site training.

Total number of vacancies this year: 10 Salary Range in 2011: 36,000 including car
and sign on bonus

Method of application: CV by e-mail Contact (for applications):

[email protected] Telephone No.: 01684 576477 Fax No.: 01684 576497

E-mail Address:
[email protected] Website: www.newtoneurope.com

OC&C Strategy Consultants

6 New Street Square, London
OC&C is a leading global strategy consulting firm. Our London office specialises retail, media, consumer, B2C and B2B Services, technology and private equity. We work for Senior Executives, providing solutions to their most challenging strategic problems. We believe in solving problems by combining analytical excellence with experience and common sense. Graduates enter as Associate Consultants and are integral members of the team from the outset. You will enjoy unrivalled exposure to senior management and are able to make a real contribution to the strategic issues that we aim to solve. We welcome applications from outstanding graduates and postgraduates. Deadline: 13/11/2011

Training: You will learn from working closely with experienced members of project teams and directly with clients: there is no back-room army slogging away at OC&C. Although project work is the most valuable training, we also provide a structured programme, ranging from strategic business analysis and corporate finance to presentation skills. Formal training also includes our annual international training event, where you have the opportunity to train abroad with our international colleagues. Internships or Work Experience available:
8-week Summer internship scheme for penultimate year undergraduate students: A real insight into the world of consulting. Deadline: 29/01/2012

OC&C International Strategy Workshop (Madrid, 24 27 November) for final year students: An opportunity to take your first steps
into strategy consulting. Deadline: 30/10/2011 Total number of vacancies this year: No Fixed Quota Salary Range in 2011: Top of the Market Method of application: Online - please submit your CV and Covering letter as one document to the relevant vacancy. Contact (for applications): Danielle Lestrade - Recruitment Co-ordinator Telephone No.: 020 7010 8000 E-mail Address: [email protected] Website: www.occstrategy.com

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Oliver Wyman
55 Baker Street, London, W1U 8EW
Oliver Wyman is a leading global management consulting firm. We combine deep industry knowledge with specialised expertise in strategy, operations, risk management, organisational, transformation and leadership development. We work alongside our clients to develop practical solutions that deliver real impact. Consulting candidates can apply to either or both of our distinctive career tracks: Financial Services Management Consulting and General Management Consulting. Outstanding students of any discipline are welcome to apply, although strong analytical skills and a passion for applying them to real world problem-solving are a must. Successful candidates will combine intellectual curiosity and self-confidence with entrepreneurship and a desire to contribute fully to shaping the firms future.

Training: Oliver Wyman is committed to investing in professional and personal development. We offer unrivalled opportunities for learning with a structured programme of ongoing training throughout your career. At the same time we recognise that consulting is an apprenticeship, and nothing can beat high quality on the job learning. Our training programme is specially designed to complement this apprenticeship model. Internships or Work Experience available:
We offer a 10-week internship programme during the summer vacation for students in their penultimate year of study. As an Oliver Wyman intern, you would be staffed as a new consultant and assigned to either client or research projects. We will be accepting applications for our internship programme until 22nd January 2012. Please apply online at www.oliverwyman.com/careers.

Are you involved in any diversity initiatives/programmes? Yes - Oliver Wyman

is an equal opportunities employer. One of our core values is that diversity enhances our firm. Total number of vacancies this year: No fixed quota Salary Range in 2011: Highly competitive Method of application: Please apply online between 01/09/11 and 02/11/11 for November 2011 offers, and between 03/11/11 and 18/12/11 for January 2012 offers. Contact (for applications): Caroline Vaux (GMC), Shane Richardson (FSC) Telephone No.: 020 7333 8333

E-mail Address:
[email protected] Website: www.oliverwyman.com/careers

Opera Solutions
14 Garrick Street, London, WC2E 9SB
Opera Solutions is a boutique management consulting firm working with management teams of the worlds top companies to solve their most complex and challenging business problems. We serve clients across a wide range of industries including: financial services, private equity, healthcare, FMCG, and government. Opera Solutions offers the best of both worlds entrepreneurial small company culture and big company impact, with exceptional opportunities for personal and professional growth. We specialize in combining top-flight consulting expertise with cutting-edge analytics to drive business insight and growth leveraging business intelligence to deliver rapid, significant and measurable profit improvement to the world's leading companies.

Training: We provide comprehensive structured training, beginning with a week of induction in our headquarters in the US, followed by regular training sessions, tailored to the needs of your position and regular peer reviews. Training covers areas such as: technical, analytical, strategy, communication, project management and relationship building skills. Opera Solutions is committed to the active professional development of team members. Total number of vacancies this year: 6 vacanies at undergraduate and postgraduate levels Salary Range in 2011: Highly competitive Method of application: CV & Cover letter to [email protected]

Contact (for applications): Wendy Powell E-mail Address:

[email protected] Website: www.operasolutions.com

PA Consulting Group
123 Buckingham Palace Road, SW1W 9SR
Start your career with PA Consulting Group. PA Consulting is a leading management, systems and technology consulting firm. Operating globally in more than 30 countries, we draw on the knowledge and experience of 3,000 people. Employee-owned, multi-award-winning, independent, global and ambitious for further growth PA is a different kind of consulting firm. We look to hire exceptional people and provide them with opportunities that they will not find elsewhere. PA offers a future in consulting, not just a job; a stake in our firm; and an environment where individuals and ideas matter. We accept applications for final year students.

Training: On joining our graduate training

programme, you will attend an intensive two week global induction programme. This will include an introduction to PA, the consultancy business as well as interpersonal skills training. Analysts may also take advantage of technical courses applicable to their chosen business area. As a new graduate, much of your learning will take place 'out in the field', working with clients under the guidance of more experienced consultants. Total number of vacancies this year: 30 Salary Range in 2011: Competitive

Method of application: Online via

www.paconsulting.com/careers

Contact (for applications): Jenny Garbett Telephone No.: +44 207 333 5871 E-mail Address:
[email protected] Website: www.paconsulting.com

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The Parthenon Group

39 Sloane Street, London, SW1X 9LP
The Parthenon Group is an entrepreneurial firm engaged in strategy consulting. We work with business leaders from companies of all sizes and geographies on their most important challenges to achieve breakthrough financial results and create long term value. We approach each engagement as a stake holder, sometimes holding a financial stake in the outcome. This creates a highly focused team, committed to meeting goals together. Parthenon gives recent graduates outstanding preparation for business school, for careers in the business world and other fields that demand rigorous analysis, teamwork, and initiative. Training: New Associate training at Parthenon is composed of advanced business training. Associates are introduced to the concepts and tools of consulting through modules taught by experienced Principals. Associates also attend classes with professors from leading business schools. This takes place over a four-week period with the intake from all four offices, which provides a great opportunity to meet with colleagues. As Associates progress in their careers, they complete several ongoing training modules in more advanced skills.

Are you involved in any diversity initiatives/programmes? Yes Total number of vacancies this year: 4 Salary Range in 2011: Highly Competitive Method of application: Online at
www.parthenon.com

Contact (for applications):

[email protected] Telephone No.: 020 7201 0460 Fax No.: 020 720 10461

Internships or Work Experience available:

Parthenon offers the 8- week Summer Associate programme to allow current university students an unparalleled opportunity to spend the summer prior to their final year learning about Parthenon and strategy consulting. Deadline for applications is 8th January 2012.

E-mail Address:
[email protected] Website: www.parthenon.com

PwC
Nationwide
We help our clients and our people create the value they want. We work alongside our clients from public and private companies to governments and charities to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them. We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference throughout their working lives. In our Consulting practice, you can choose to start your career in one of four areas: Management Consulting, Strategy Consulting, Economic Consulting and Sustainability & Climate Change Consulting. If youd like to be part of something special, start the ball rolling at www.pwc.com/uk/careers Training: We work with our clients providing practical, far-sighted advice to help them deliver the benefits they need. They might want us to assess new markets; come up with insights into how best to tackle the challenges presented by change; or recommend a sustainability strategy. But whatever they need, we deliver benefits they can measure and a standard of client service thats second to none. still join us through our Inspired Talent programme.

Internships or Work Experience available:

Get a unique insight into the world of professional services on one of our Insight programmes. Whether its our, Talent Academy, an Internship or Insight day you can develop valuable business skills and discover where your strengths and interests lie. Application deadlines do apply, visit our website for more details.

Total number of vacancies this year: c230 Salary Range in 2011: Competitive Method of application: Online Website: www.pwc.com/uk/careers

Are you involved in any diversity initiatives/programmes? Yes - Maybe you

dont have the grades were after, because youve invested time in extra-curricular activities that show youre exceptional. If so, you could

RBB Economics
The Connection, 198 High Holborn, London, WC1V 7BD
RBB Economics is an economics consultancy specialising in the application of economics to competition law. RBB is one of the largest competition economics practices in Europe, with offices in London, Brussels, Johannesburg, Melbourne and The Hague. Competition economics concerns the behaviour of firms with market power, and covers issues such as mergers, vertical agreements, joint ventures, price setting and other potentially abusive behaviour. RBB provides professional, independent economic advice on such matters. We are looking for consultants with a range of quantitative and analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex economic concepts in a clear concise style. Entry level candidates should have excellent academic credentials in economics and econometrics, generally to postgraduate level, and preferably with an interest in industrial organisation. Training: As a small organisation, RBB is flexible in the training it provides. We organise software training for all new staff, run a regular series of internal seminars on competition economics, and encourage attendance at professional conferences.

Contact (for applications): Alicia Fecci Telephone No.: 020 7421 2410 Fax No.: 020 7421 2411 E-mail Address: [email protected] Website: www.rbbecon.com

Internships or Work Experience available and number of opportunities: RBB are

offering a number of summer placements for 2012. Total number of vacancies this year: No fixed number Salary Range in 2011: Competitive Method of application: CV and Covering letter to [email protected]

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Redshift Strategy
2 Cavendish Square, London, W1G 0PU
Redshift offers strategic advice and consultancy services for media and telecommunications businesses seeking to cope with the impact of rapid technological change. We work from long experience as executives and advisors within the media and telecommunications sectors. Our clients span the length and breadth of the industry, including content producers, aggregators and broadcasters, platforms, mobile and fixed line operators, technology and equipment manufacturers, financial institutions, regulators and Government. Our Technology Suite in the centre of London enables our clients to immerse themselves fully in the experience of all the latest platforms, content, devices and networks, both from the UK and overseas.

Training : Redshift is committed to the career

development of our employees. In addition to on-the-job coaching, we also provide bespoke training courses to enable you to tackle a range of challenging projects. We review training and development needs as part of our regular end of job and formal annual appraisal process. Work Experience Opportunities: Redshift runs a four-week work experience programme in July and August each year. Successful candidates will be able to join our project teams thus giving them the complete consulting experience. For both our graduate positions and work experience candidates, we seek high achievers who have strong interpersonal skills, proven analytical and quantitative capability together with a genuine enthusiasm for the industries we serve.

Total number of vacancies: Five Salary range in 2011: Highly competitive Method of application: Email CV & Covering
letter

Telephone number: 020 7636 6488 Email address:

[email protected]

Website:
www.redshiftsc.com

Roland Berger Strategy Consultants

55 Baker Street, London, W1U 8EW
We work with blue-chip clients across all major business sectors, providing support in achieving sustainable competitive edge leading to superior growth, returns and shareholder value. In the London office, the main practice areas are: Consumer Goods & Retail, Telecoms, Chemical, Gas & Oil, Transportation, Engineered Products, Financial Services and more. Training: Consultants benefit from a comprehensive training scheme; a two-week induction course for new entrants includes training in consulting skills, an introduction to our corporate culture and a great opportunity to network, thereafter, consultants typically take 2-3 courses a year throughout their career to develop their skill base. MBA scholarships are offered on a merit basis.

Internships or Work Experience available:

Candidates with no previous work experience (joining as Junior Consultants) should be on target for/possess a First or High Second class result in their undergraduate degree. Summer Internship deadline: 10.02.12

E-mail Address:
[email protected] Website: www.rolandberger.com

Are you involved in any diversity initiatives/programmes? No Total number of vacancies this year:
up to 5

Salary Range in 2011: Competitive Method of application: Online only Contact (for applications): Joanna Melewska Telephone No.: 020 3075 1102 Fax No.: 020 7224 4110

Sapient Global Markets

Eden House, 8 Spital Square, London, E1 6DU
Sapient Global Markets provides technology, advisory, analytics, program management and operations services to help leading firms in the capital and commodity markets address todays most complex challenges in the areas of trading and risk management. We help build technical and business solutions to solve problems relating to changing regulatory requirements, achieving competitive advantage and maximizing operational effectiveness. We offer positions in Technology and Business Consulting for out-of the-box thinkers with qualifications in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Finance, Economics or a related business discipline. Training: Our comprehensive training program is designed to help you develop hard-to-find skills and prepare you for a successful career in business consulting or technology. Your training begins at our Global Markets Institute in India. The unique program provides in-depth technical and business courses on the capital and commodities market and key functions within them. After the Global Markets Institute your training will continue on the job guided by your mentor. Global Markets our global reach provided us with a very diverse and culturally rich corporate environment. Total number of vacancies this year: 30+ for January and June starts across North America and Europe Salary Range in 2011: Competitive Method of application: Online via career site, please visit www.sapient.com/en-us/globalmarkets/careers.html Contact (for applications): All applications need to submitted via our website Website: www.sapientglobalmarkets.com

Internships or Work Experience available:

Sapient Global Markets is offering a program for graduates and on full-time basis only. We have vacancies in North America and Europe starting January and June 2012. We offer a very competitive salary and benefits package.

Are you involved in any diversity initiatives/programmes? Yes - At Sapient

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Simon-Kucher & Partners

233 High Holborn, London, WC1V 7DN
We are a global consulting firm with over 500 employees in 23 offices worldwide. With over 25 years experience, we are regarded as the world's leading pricing advisor. Our clients are among the leading companies from a broad range of industries (e.g. media, transport, automotive, financial services, high tech, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications and utilities). Our focus is on developing smart profit growth strategies and we are truly unique in our field. We have delivered more projects in areas such as pricing strategy, portfolio optimisation and sales force effectiveness than any other consultancy - over 2,000 projects in the past 3 years alone. We are looking for dynamic, pro-active individuals with a strong entrepreneurial spirit. We welcome applications for Internship and Graduate Consultant roles. Employees are given lots of project responsibility - and quickly! We like to let our employees hit the ground running and we love it when new hires take pro-active roles on their projects. Education is important to us, and we try to ensure that our consultants can grow intellectually and professionally in their work at SKP. Training: Employees starting with SKP attend a week-long training session, called STEPS. STEPS teaches you more about our various divisions, vision and values, pricing basics, and project tools. The SKP Academy also offers comprehensive trainings to teach consultants core soft skills (presentation, facilitation, leadership, project management, media, etc.) as well as more hard tools and skills (like price management, value selling, finance, SKP methods, etc.). Internships or Work Experience available and number of opportunities: Internships for summer 2012 Applications open from 3rd October 2011 Deadline midday 9th February 2012 68 vacancies Start/End date flexible Are you involved in any diversity initiatives/programmes? Yes - Simon-Kucher is proud to be listed amongst the top consultancies in several diversity rankings on Vault. This is not the result of a formal programme but of the fact that we hire associates based on their skills, experience and personality. Diversity is an automatic result of such an objective and open hiring policy and we keep a strict eye on ensuring that this does not change as careers progress. Total number of vacancies in 2012: 14-23 Salary Range in 2011: Competitive Method of application: Online via Simon-Kucher & Partners website using the recruitment application tool: www2.simon-kucher.com/index.php/us/careers/howto-join-simon-kucher/application-process.html Deadline for applications: Graduate Consultants 2012 Applications open from 3rd October 2011 Deadline midday 9th February 2012 Vacancies 815 Start date September-October 2012 Contact (for applications): Kelly Mealia Telephone No.: 020 7841 5750 Fax No.:020 7841 5751 E-mail Address: [email protected] Website: www.simon-kucher.com

Steer Davies Gleave

2832 Upper Ground, London, SE1 9PD
Steer Davies Gleave offer strategic transport planning advice that is underpinned by technical excellence and expert opinion. We are an international transport consultancy that employs over 350 staff in 16 offices around the world. We provide a wide range of services to clients including the London 2012 Olympics, Transport for London, Sainsburys Plc, Virgin and Arsenal and Chelsea stadiums. We believe that transportation can change the world. That's why we've spent over thirty years investing in pioneering transportation planning techniques and developing the skills of our specialist staff. Steer Davies Gleave is a business that is sustained by a shared inspiration. And it is this that fuels our ambition to provide unrivaled advice that helps deliver better transportation solutions to everyone, everywhere.

Training: We have a comprehensive graduate

development programme so that Steer Davies Gleave is not just a great place to work, but a place to learn and grow. The Graduate Programme gives graduates the opportunity to learn about the different types of work we get involved in while gaining valuable skills for a career in transport consultancy. As part of the programme, graduates receive: a full induction to the company mentoring from senior management buddy support from our current graduates Consultancy, Project Management and Industry training Total number of vacancies this year: 4 10 Salary Range in 2011: Competitive

Method of application: Please visit website www.steerdaviesgleave.com Contact (for applications): Careers Telephone No.: 0207 919 5000 E-mail Address: [email protected] Website:
www.steerdaviesgleave.com/graduates

Stroud Consulting
Chancery House, 5364 Chancery Lane, London, WC2A 1QS
Stroud Consulting has been recognized as the Best Small Firm to Work For in 2008 and 2010 by Consulting Magazine (runner-up in 2009). Strouds consultants are smart, driven, energetic, motivated, and fun. We are a young company, growing to ~75 consultants since 2011, while holding fast to our dynamic culture and collegial, entrepreneurial spirit. Clients work with Stroud when they want immediate, breakthrough results. We love rolling up our sleeves and working alongside our clients to solve their toughest operational challenges. We work in many different sectors including energy, food and beverage, agribusiness, chemicals, finance and more. Stroud welcomes applications from undergraduates and postgraduates with the right to work in the UK and Europe. Training: The Stroud development program provides unsurpassed personal growth. You will work face-toface with senior-level clients within days of joining and dramatically grow your leadership skills through leading client teams to generate tangible, headturning results. Off-the job training includes: 15 days of induction training in your first 100 days A dedicated coach to help you maximise your rate of development Annual company-wide conference to share best practice Six-monthly career-planning session with a Partner or Principal Are you involved in any diversity initiatives/programmes? Yes - Stroud is an equal opportunities employer and our consultants come from a wide variety of backgrounds. We believe that diversity strengthens our business. Total number of vacancies this year: Eight in London, 20+ globally Salary Range in 2011: 36,000 + 4,000 starting bonus Method of application: Apply to attend one of our Information Sessions at the end of which we will administer a short aptitude test. Applicants passing the test will be invited directly to interview. OUR MAIN INFORMATION SESSION IS 19th October, 7:30pm, Christ Church. After the session there will be an informal buffet where you can meet some of our consultants. Deadline for applications: There are last-chanceto-apply Test Sessions in Oxford on Thursday 20th October and 3rd November. Contact (for applications): Lisa Phillips Telephone No.: +44 (0) 8700 102 106 E-mail Address: [email protected] Website: www.stroudconsulting.com

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Teach First
4 More London Riverside, SE1 2AU
Teach First is an influential charity and an increasingly powerful movement founded to address the problem of educational success of children being linked with parental income directly. Now in its ninth year, it has already changed the lives of thousands of young people. Teach First harnesses the energy, enthusiasm and drive of exceptional graduates to provide leadership, motivation and, above all, inspirational teaching in challenging schools across England. At the same time Teach Firsts two-year Leadership Development Programme gives graduates the skills, experience and leadership development training to excel in careers in any field.

Training: Teach First is all about becoming a leader and achieving success. Beginning with the Summer Institute, our Leadership Development Programme combines working, qualifying and training as a teacher with leadership development training, coaching and mentoring, and a range of networking and internship opportunities. Through completion of your PGCE, you will also gain credits which you can put towards a Masters qualification. Upon completion of the programme, you will then graduate to become a Teach First Ambassador. Internships or Work Experience available and number of opportunities: We are
expecting to hire 1000 exceptional graduates this

year. There will also be 2 internships available, and these vacancies will be contested through a competition. Total number of vacancies this year: 1000 Salary Range in 2011: Dependent on region and placement school Method of application: Apply on the website on graduates.teachfirst.org.uk

Contact (for applications):

[email protected] Telephone No.: 020 311 72339

E-mail Address:
[email protected] Website: graduates.teachfirst.org.uk

Value Partners Management Consulting

Greencoat House, Francis Street, London, SW1P 1DH
Value Partners is a market-leading, boutique strategy consultancy, with a strong global presence spanning the telecoms, media, technology, financial services and private equity sectors. We are currently looking for truly exceptional Business Analysts to join our team and help drive the success of the company moving forward. This is an unrivalled opportunity to join an ambitious and dynamic boutique firm, with the chance to work on high-quality strategy projects with some of the biggest names in the industry (recent clients include Apple, Skype, Sky, Virgin Media and Orange/T-Mobile (Everything Everywhere)) to name but a few. Working alongside senior partners within the business, you be involved in value creation and strategic innovation, gaining international exposure along the way. We are an entrepreneurial and dynamic organisation who has an established track-record for high calibre work. You will be expected to hit the ground running in this fast-paced and challenging role, taking on a large amount of responsibility across a range of unique projects from the outset. Were looking for candidates who not only have an outstanding academic record (minimum 2:1 or equivalent from a top university), but are also problem solvers, with excellent quantitative ability and highly developed interpersonal skills. Its essential that you have an interest in the TMT sectors and youll be expected to know about this area. You will be motivated and highly intellectually curious with a hunger to succeed and the intellectual ability to thrive in a highpressure consulting environment. Training: VP is committed to developing its employees. You will benefit from a structured induction programme that provides on-the-jobcoaching alongside bespoke training courses to enable you to tackle a range of challenging projects. Typical training within the first 18 months includes a 2-day Introduction to Consulting skills followed later by a more intensive 5-day consulting skills course. These are typically held at one of our international offices with other international VP graduates hires.

Internships or Work Experience available and number of opportunities: We are

looking for 2 interns for summer 2012. The Deadline is the end of February.

Total number of vacancies this year: Up to 5 Salary Range in 2011: Highly competitive
salary. Attractive sign-on bonus, discretionary annual bonus, life insurance, healthcare and 7% non-contributory pension Method of application: Through our website, the closing date will be 31st October 2011 Contact (for applications): Laura Riley Telephone No: 020 7630 1400 Fax No: 020 7630 7011 E-mail Address: [email protected] Website: www.valuepartners.com

ZS Associates
338 Euston Road, 8th Floor , Regent's Place , London NW1 3BG
ZS Associates is a global management consulting firm specializing in sales & marketing strategy, operations & execution. With 19 offices & more than 1,600 people worldwide, we have concentrated our resources on creating competitive advantage in marketing & sales for our clients in the life sciences. Business Analysts have a degree or graduate degree from a leading university in any discipline, but must have significant analytic or quantitative coursework (e.g. Math, Science, Economics, Engineering). Fluency in English & the language of the office to which you are applying are required; additional language skills are helpful. Training: ZS provides organized training, which continues as on-the-job learning. Upon joining, a New Employee Orientation provides information on basic tools, resources & key ZS practice areas. In addition, several training sessions are offered each month, ranging from broad business topics to specific technical instruction. A Professional Development Manager will provide career guidance, & project performance feedback will help identify areas for innovation & growth. As analytic & technical skills grow, so do project management opportunities. Design structured communications to present project findings to clients Participate in & facilitate client & project team meetings Deadline: October 26th, 2011

Internships or Work Experience available and number of opportunities:

ZS Business Analysts: Qualitatively integrate & analyse data Develop & implement complex mathematical models Develop custom analysis tools in different programming languages & applications

Are you involved in any diversity initiatives/programmes? Yes Total number of vacancies this year: 20+ Salary Range in 2011: Competitive Method of application: Online Contact (for applications): Karine McAuliffe Telephone No.: 020 7915 4200 E-mail Address:
[email protected] Website: www.zsassociates.com

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