{"id":1331,"date":"2020-01-21T11:54:36","date_gmt":"2020-01-21T11:54:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/soc-employability\/?p=1331"},"modified":"2020-01-21T11:54:36","modified_gmt":"2020-01-21T11:54:36","slug":"are-you-a-phd-student-with-a-passion-for-technology-looking-to-get-into-consulting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/soc-employability\/2020\/01\/21\/are-you-a-phd-student-with-a-passion-for-technology-looking-to-get-into-consulting\/","title":{"rendered":"Are you a PhD student with a passion for technology looking to get into consulting?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Work on huge public sector projects impacting the entire nation &#8211; clients including the Ministry of Defence, NHS, Fire Services and Police Force. This well-established consultancy firm is looking for the best and brightest minds to join their growing team!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Company:<\/strong> Leading Management &amp; Technical Consultancy<br \/>\n<strong>Location:<\/strong> Guildford, Surrey (90% of your time will be based on client sites)<br \/>\n<strong>Role:<\/strong> Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Consultant<br \/>\n<strong>Salary:<\/strong> \u00a328-32k based on experience (with 6-monthly salary reviews)<br \/>\n<strong>Start Date:<\/strong> Flexible &#8211; any time in 2020 to suit you<br \/>\n<strong>Apply here:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/sanctuarygraduates.co.uk\/grauate-tech-consulting-role\/?ref=DEPT\">https:\/\/sanctuarygraduates.co.uk\/grauate-tech-consulting-role\/?ref=DEPT<\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Deadline<\/strong>: 28th February 2020<\/p>\n<p><strong>Who is the company?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe firm provides exceptional expertise to public sector organisations on some of the most critical and complex national technology projects and process transformations.<br \/>\nMaking the best use of emerging technologies to solve problems, the firm focuses on maximising benefit from ICT investments by providing pragmatic solutions.<br \/>\nWhat is the role?<br \/>\nAfter some initial training in the office, you will join a project team and get stuck in right from the outset on client sites, gaining valuable experience in tackling a range of technical business challenges.<br \/>\nDay-to-day responsibilities could include:<br \/>\n\u2022 Developing strategies for future delivery of ICT services;<br \/>\n\u2022 Supporting large ICT procurements, including developing procurement strategies and documentation and evaluating bids;<br \/>\n\u2022 Providing technical assurance that the proposed solutions are fit for purpose;<br \/>\n\u2022 Explaining to risk owners and stakeholders the causes, likelihood and potential business impacts of information risks throughout the information system lifecycle.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why should you apply?<\/strong><br \/>\nPractical, real-world impact: as the consultancy does not deal with private companies, you will not be working for deep-pocketed CEOs; your work will have a direct impact on making various UK public functions more efficient, seamless and productive!<br \/>\nThere is a clear and structured career progression path to senior consultant in as little as 2 or 3 years, with increasing autonomy and opportunity to manage your own team.<br \/>\nAs this consultancy is a medium-sized enterprise, you\u2019ll be getting much more focussed attention on your work and progression within the company, and you\u2019ll also get a lot more exposure and mentorship by senior members of the company due to the flat office structure.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Other perks:<\/strong><br \/>\n\u2022 Regular socials (previous events have included a murder mystery party and white water rafting!)<br \/>\n\u2022 Bi-annual discretionary bonus<br \/>\n\u2022 Projects and training relevant to your interests<br \/>\n\u2022 Open, flat structure &#8211; the MD sits in the office with the team<br \/>\n\u2022 Strong investment in personal and professional development<\/p>\n<p><strong>Who is best suited to this role?<\/strong><br \/>\nThey are specifically looking for those with (or studying for) a PhD or master\u2019s degree in a STEM subject.<\/p>\n<p>Due to a security clearance requirement, you must not have a dual-nationality and must have held a British passport for a minimum of the last five years.<br \/>\nThey are looking for a candidate who:<br \/>\n\u2022 Achieved AAA at A-Level, and 1st Class degree<br \/>\n\u2022 Is passionate about technology<br \/>\n\u2022 Is a confident communicator with a professional manner<br \/>\n\u2022 Has good presentation skills and is able to explain complex concepts to a non-technical audience<br \/>\n\u2022 Logical, systematic approach to problem-solving &#8211; must also think creatively and laterally to identify the best solutions<br \/>\n\u2022 Is hardworking and organised<br \/>\n\u2022 Relevant work experience is a bonus!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Click here to apply now<\/strong>:<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/sanctuarygraduates.co.uk\/grauate-tech-consulting-role\/?ref=DEPT\">https:\/\/sanctuarygraduates.co.uk\/grauate-tech-consulting-role\/?ref=DEPT<\/a><\/p>\n<p>It only takes 30 seconds to register your interest in the role, and we will support you throughout the full application process. 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