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Graduate Engineer - Strategic Water Services
Arup
Bristol, UK
Graduate water-sector consulting role providing advice to infrastructure and city clients across water strategy, regulation, resilience, investment planning, engineering, asset management, and policy.You see the world through a unique lens and that’s exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently – it’s essential for creating a sustainable future. Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities. The OpportunityFrom your first day, you'll work alongside some of the water sector's leading practitioners.We will support your development through professional qualification support, formal training and opportunities to contribute to thought leadership, business development and client engagement.This position offers the opportunity to work across strategy, regulation, resilience, investment planning, engineering and asset management rather than focusing on a single technical discipline. You will benefit from collaborating with experts from across Arup's global network and play a role in shaping the future of the water sectorWorking as part of a team, your role will be to help generate advice for city and infrastructure clients on a range of policy, regulatory, asset management and engineering issues.Is this role right for you? For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes:A relevant higher-level degree at 2:1 Or higher.Interest in water sector regulation, business planning, price reviews, performance frameworks and long-term investment decisions.Motivation to help address climate resilience, environmental improvement, water security, affordability and sustainability challenges.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills ability to use and interpret data, evidence and research. An appreciation of complex systems and the need to balance technical, environmental, social, economic and regulatory factors.Excellent communication skills, with a view to developing these towards eventually working with clients, regulators, partners and colleagues.Curiosity, initiative and an organised approach to delivering high-quality work.To be considered for a graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your academic transcript and meet the following criteria: Full working rights in the country of application No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts. Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes; Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key. Innovative minds: We’re looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo. Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working. Adaptable adventurers: You’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.Eligibility Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you are eligible to work permanently in the UK without our sponsorship.What we offer youAt Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
Posted today

Graduate Consultant - Sustainability
Bureau Veritas Group
Bristol, UK
Entry-level Graduate Sustainability Consultant role supporting sustainable construction and property projects through environmental assessments, data analysis, reporting, and client engagement.Start your sustainability career with a global leader in the built environment.Bureau Veritas Sustainable Construction helps clients create more sustainable, efficient and environmentally responsible buildings. As a Graduate Consultant, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting sustainability projects across the construction and property sectors, helping clients understand and improve the environmental performance of their developments. Working alongside experienced consultants and mentors, you'll develop expertise in sustainability assessments, data analysis, client engagement and reporting, building the foundations for a successful career within the growing sustainability sector. If you're looking to start your career in sustainability with a global organisation that is helping to shape a more sustainable built environment, we'd love to hear from you. Whether you're a recent graduate in Geography, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering or a related discipline, this is your opportunity to develop valuable consultancy skills, learn from industry experts and make a real impact from day one. The Role: As a Graduate Consultant, you will support sustainability projects under guidance by your mentor. This is an entry-level role ideal for recent graduates passionate about sustainability but astute enough to realise that real world implications mean that there are limitations in terms of what can be done. Key Responsibilities:Assist in sustainability assessments and reporting.Contact clients to request information.Learn the process and understand why you are doing what you are doing.Support data collection and analysis.Contribute to meetings and client reports.Undertake work required to support the creation of the reports Role requirements:Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, or related field.Strong analytical and communication skills.Strong project management and organisational skills. What’s in it for you?Competitive salary 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays with the option to buy or sell 5 holidays, plus an option to carry over 5 daysCombined pension contributions of up to 12%Share in Success company bonus scheme - We recognise that overall business success is due to the contribution made by every employeeAnnual Salary reviewFlexible benefits scheme, to suit what is important to you including Life Cover, Private health care, Dental Care, GymFlex, Techscheme, Enhanced Maternity/Paternity policy, Give as You Earn scheme & Travel InsuranceHealth and Wellbeing Support through; Mental Health First aiders, Employee Assistance programme & Smart Health services
Posted today
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Consulting Graduate
RSM UK
Bristol, UK
Graduate Consulting role focused on supporting clients with finance function, risk and governance challenges through financial reporting, data analysis, assurance, risk assessment and practical business recommendations.As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions -- we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.Five years from now, what will you remember?The assessment centre, potentially? Your first day maybe? However, you will likely remember the client who trusted you sooner than you expected, maybe the project that stretched you or the moment you realised you weren’t just learning about consulting anymore that’s the moment you became a consultant.It’s the experiences in your job that matter, not the first line on your CV, so don’t just choose somewhere to start your career. Choose somewhere that’ll change it. Choose Consulting at RSM UK.WHAT IS CONSULTINGThe organisations we work with are navigating new technology, changing regulation, economic uncertainty and rising expectations. They need people who can connect ideas, understand businesses and solve problems that rarely have straightforward answers.That's where your career starts. From day one, you'll contribute to real client work, learning alongside experienced colleagues and gradually taking on more responsibility as your confidence grows.Most of your learning won't happen behind a screen. It'll happen in client meetings, project discussions and conversations with colleagues who've spent years helping organisations solve complex challenges.Where your consulting career beginsNo two consulting careers look the same. Everyone starts somewhere, learns something different and gradually discovers what they're best at.When you join us, you'll begin your career in one of our two largest solutions: Finance Function Support or Risk and Governance where your skills, strengths and the needs of the business come together, giving you the best possible start.WHAT YOU COULD BE DOINGYou’ll spend five days a week in the office or with clients because that's where real consulting happens, working with experienced colleagues who'll support you, challenge you and help you build confidence as you go.Depending on which solution you join, you could be doing:Preparing statutory financial statements and supporting financial reporting and compliance activities.Turning financial information into meaningful insight that helps clients make confident decisions.Meeting people at every level of an organisation, from frontline teams to senior leadership.Conducting interviews, reviewing documents, analysing data and testing how organisations manage risk.Taking part in the full audit and assurance lifecycle, from planning through to report writing and presenting findings.Delivering practical recommendations that help organisations strengthen the way they work.Think of it as your first chapter, not your destination.What we're looking forWe're looking for people who are curious, open to new ideas and motivated to keep learning. You don't need all the answers. None of us did when we started. If you enjoy solving problems, asking questions, working with people and learning from experienced colleagues every day, you'll fit right in.A minimum of 112 UCAS points across three A levels (or equivalent level 3 qualification), 104 UCAS points across four Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers or an Irish Leaving Certificate (higher level).A predicted/obtained honours degree.An existing, permanent right to live and work in the UK for this role.A willingness to travel to client sites and other offices as required.RSM does not accept General Studies, AS levels or the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ).Your start date will be 14 September 2027. Start dates are mandatory – the training you receive from day one is designed to give you the best possible start to your career with us.WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOUYou’ll get structured training, professional qualifications and real client experience in a team where every voice is heard. You’ll be supported to grow your technical knowledge, build commercial confidence and shape a career that feels like your own.Alongside your client work, you'll study towards a recognised professional qualification, fully supported by us.You’ll work towards either the CIMA qualification or depending on location you will work towards the ACA (ICAS in Scotland and CAI in Northern Ireland) helping you build technical expertise, commercial understanding and professional credibility for a long-term career in consulting.Learn through a mix of client work, structured training including paid study leave, time at college, mentoring and internal development programmes.Access lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, including financial wellbeing support, that you can tailor to your needs.If you’re looking for a career where you’ll earn, learn and make a real contribution from day one, we’d love to hear from you.Join RSM and start building a consulting career that could take you further than you ever imagined.
Posted 4 days ago

Graduate Planner
Avison Young
Bristol, UK
The role involves supporting commercial real estate advisory projects by collaborating with clients and internal teams, contributing to operations and strategy, managing projects, and helping drive business growth in the real estate sector.Our StoryOur small Canadian-born business was founded in 1978 and has become a global organization that now spans 120 locations across 20 countries. Our expansion has been rapid, but what matters most is the common belief that drives all 5,000 of our people to be a different type of real estate organization. We believe that the places in which we live, work and play have the power to make us happier and healthier, and we are united by a shared sense of purpose, to have a positive impact on people’s lives. In short, we are a global commercial real estate advisory firm with a simple aim: for real estate to play a leading role in creating vibrant buildings, cities and places that deliver long-lasting social value and economic impact. Why Work for Us:We believe that our industry is changing, and we want our business to be a melting pot of curious minds, passionate hearts and strategic intelligence. Your gender, religion and race are all highly respected, but are less important to us than your ability to step up and change the game. We provide you with a place where you can do just that, with like-minded people. Collaboration is embedded in the way we work – our people have the autonomy to collaborate on client relationships, engage teams across the business, lead operations, work collectively on projects, participate in strategy and are ultimately responsible for our growth. Our distinctive Principal-led, privately-owned model puts us in the enviable position of being able to offer every employee the opportunity to own a share of our business and inspires and allows anyone to become a Principal. This role carries voting rights, so our people have a very real say in the future direction and operation of our business. This means that we are able to attract, engage and retain the best talent from the industry. Equal OpportunitiesAt Avison Young, we’ve always put people at the heart of what we do. In the last few years, we’ve increased the diversity at our board, leadership and Principal levels. Avison Young stands out for our commitment to empowering women. In addition to increasing the number of women on our board and in our leadership ranks, our internal Women’s Network of more than 500 members come together for networking and learning, and advise the business on strategies for promoting access, opportunity and inclusion in our industry.Our global DEI steering committee shapes our strategy to continue to increase industry access for underrepresented groups and accelerating initiatives led by our employee resource groups, including our Women’s Network, Black Professionals and LGBTQ+ groups. In addition to leading global initiatives, the steering committee’s work examines our policies and practices, creating accountability for results and communicating progress to our executive leadership, our clients and our communities.Our culture is underpinned by our approach to diversity, inclusion, and well-being. We are committed to building an inclusive culture that:empowers all our employees to thrive,reflects all backgrounds and talents,allows individuals to be successful and feel a sense of belonging,and foster a workplace that is supported, inclusive and has a strong sense of community between colleagues. Avison Young is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all its employees and job applicants equitably. This includes implementing deliberate strategies that advance underrepresented communities in commercial real estate careers.
Posted 25 days ago

Graduate Engineer - Strategic Water Services
Arup
Bristol, UK
Graduate water-sector consulting role providing advice to infrastructure and city clients across water strategy, regulation, resilience, investment planning, engineering, asset management, and policy.You see the world through a unique lens and that’s exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently – it’s essential for creating a sustainable future. Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities. The OpportunityFrom your first day, you'll work alongside some of the water sector's leading practitioners.We will support your development through professional qualification support, formal training and opportunities to contribute to thought leadership, business development and client engagement.This position offers the opportunity to work across strategy, regulation, resilience, investment planning, engineering and asset management rather than focusing on a single technical discipline. You will benefit from collaborating with experts from across Arup's global network and play a role in shaping the future of the water sectorWorking as part of a team, your role will be to help generate advice for city and infrastructure clients on a range of policy, regulatory, asset management and engineering issues.Is this role right for you? For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes:A relevant higher-level degree at 2:1 Or higher.Interest in water sector regulation, business planning, price reviews, performance frameworks and long-term investment decisions.Motivation to help address climate resilience, environmental improvement, water security, affordability and sustainability challenges.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills ability to use and interpret data, evidence and research. An appreciation of complex systems and the need to balance technical, environmental, social, economic and regulatory factors.Excellent communication skills, with a view to developing these towards eventually working with clients, regulators, partners and colleagues.Curiosity, initiative and an organised approach to delivering high-quality work.To be considered for a graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your academic transcript and meet the following criteria: Full working rights in the country of application No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts. Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes; Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key. Innovative minds: We’re looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo. Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working. Adaptable adventurers: You’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.Eligibility Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you are eligible to work permanently in the UK without our sponsorship.What we offer youAt Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
Posted today

Graduate Consultant - Sustainability
Bureau Veritas Group
Bristol, UK
Entry-level Graduate Sustainability Consultant role supporting sustainable construction and property projects through environmental assessments, data analysis, reporting, and client engagement.Start your sustainability career with a global leader in the built environment.Bureau Veritas Sustainable Construction helps clients create more sustainable, efficient and environmentally responsible buildings. As a Graduate Consultant, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting sustainability projects across the construction and property sectors, helping clients understand and improve the environmental performance of their developments. Working alongside experienced consultants and mentors, you'll develop expertise in sustainability assessments, data analysis, client engagement and reporting, building the foundations for a successful career within the growing sustainability sector. If you're looking to start your career in sustainability with a global organisation that is helping to shape a more sustainable built environment, we'd love to hear from you. Whether you're a recent graduate in Geography, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering or a related discipline, this is your opportunity to develop valuable consultancy skills, learn from industry experts and make a real impact from day one. The Role: As a Graduate Consultant, you will support sustainability projects under guidance by your mentor. This is an entry-level role ideal for recent graduates passionate about sustainability but astute enough to realise that real world implications mean that there are limitations in terms of what can be done. Key Responsibilities:Assist in sustainability assessments and reporting.Contact clients to request information.Learn the process and understand why you are doing what you are doing.Support data collection and analysis.Contribute to meetings and client reports.Undertake work required to support the creation of the reports Role requirements:Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, or related field.Strong analytical and communication skills.Strong project management and organisational skills. What’s in it for you?Competitive salary 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays with the option to buy or sell 5 holidays, plus an option to carry over 5 daysCombined pension contributions of up to 12%Share in Success company bonus scheme - We recognise that overall business success is due to the contribution made by every employeeAnnual Salary reviewFlexible benefits scheme, to suit what is important to you including Life Cover, Private health care, Dental Care, GymFlex, Techscheme, Enhanced Maternity/Paternity policy, Give as You Earn scheme & Travel InsuranceHealth and Wellbeing Support through; Mental Health First aiders, Employee Assistance programme & Smart Health services
Posted today
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Consulting Graduate
RSM UK
Bristol, UK
Graduate Consulting role focused on supporting clients with finance function, risk and governance challenges through financial reporting, data analysis, assurance, risk assessment and practical business recommendations.As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions -- we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.Five years from now, what will you remember?The assessment centre, potentially? Your first day maybe? However, you will likely remember the client who trusted you sooner than you expected, maybe the project that stretched you or the moment you realised you weren’t just learning about consulting anymore that’s the moment you became a consultant.It’s the experiences in your job that matter, not the first line on your CV, so don’t just choose somewhere to start your career. Choose somewhere that’ll change it. Choose Consulting at RSM UK.WHAT IS CONSULTINGThe organisations we work with are navigating new technology, changing regulation, economic uncertainty and rising expectations. They need people who can connect ideas, understand businesses and solve problems that rarely have straightforward answers.That's where your career starts. From day one, you'll contribute to real client work, learning alongside experienced colleagues and gradually taking on more responsibility as your confidence grows.Most of your learning won't happen behind a screen. It'll happen in client meetings, project discussions and conversations with colleagues who've spent years helping organisations solve complex challenges.Where your consulting career beginsNo two consulting careers look the same. Everyone starts somewhere, learns something different and gradually discovers what they're best at.When you join us, you'll begin your career in one of our two largest solutions: Finance Function Support or Risk and Governance where your skills, strengths and the needs of the business come together, giving you the best possible start.WHAT YOU COULD BE DOINGYou’ll spend five days a week in the office or with clients because that's where real consulting happens, working with experienced colleagues who'll support you, challenge you and help you build confidence as you go.Depending on which solution you join, you could be doing:Preparing statutory financial statements and supporting financial reporting and compliance activities.Turning financial information into meaningful insight that helps clients make confident decisions.Meeting people at every level of an organisation, from frontline teams to senior leadership.Conducting interviews, reviewing documents, analysing data and testing how organisations manage risk.Taking part in the full audit and assurance lifecycle, from planning through to report writing and presenting findings.Delivering practical recommendations that help organisations strengthen the way they work.Think of it as your first chapter, not your destination.What we're looking forWe're looking for people who are curious, open to new ideas and motivated to keep learning. You don't need all the answers. None of us did when we started. If you enjoy solving problems, asking questions, working with people and learning from experienced colleagues every day, you'll fit right in.A minimum of 112 UCAS points across three A levels (or equivalent level 3 qualification), 104 UCAS points across four Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers or an Irish Leaving Certificate (higher level).A predicted/obtained honours degree.An existing, permanent right to live and work in the UK for this role.A willingness to travel to client sites and other offices as required.RSM does not accept General Studies, AS levels or the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ).Your start date will be 14 September 2027. Start dates are mandatory – the training you receive from day one is designed to give you the best possible start to your career with us.WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOUYou’ll get structured training, professional qualifications and real client experience in a team where every voice is heard. You’ll be supported to grow your technical knowledge, build commercial confidence and shape a career that feels like your own.Alongside your client work, you'll study towards a recognised professional qualification, fully supported by us.You’ll work towards either the CIMA qualification or depending on location you will work towards the ACA (ICAS in Scotland and CAI in Northern Ireland) helping you build technical expertise, commercial understanding and professional credibility for a long-term career in consulting.Learn through a mix of client work, structured training including paid study leave, time at college, mentoring and internal development programmes.Access lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, including financial wellbeing support, that you can tailor to your needs.If you’re looking for a career where you’ll earn, learn and make a real contribution from day one, we’d love to hear from you.Join RSM and start building a consulting career that could take you further than you ever imagined.
Posted 4 days ago

Graduate Planner
Avison Young
Bristol, UK
The role involves supporting commercial real estate advisory projects by collaborating with clients and internal teams, contributing to operations and strategy, managing projects, and helping drive business growth in the real estate sector.Our StoryOur small Canadian-born business was founded in 1978 and has become a global organization that now spans 120 locations across 20 countries. Our expansion has been rapid, but what matters most is the common belief that drives all 5,000 of our people to be a different type of real estate organization. We believe that the places in which we live, work and play have the power to make us happier and healthier, and we are united by a shared sense of purpose, to have a positive impact on people’s lives. In short, we are a global commercial real estate advisory firm with a simple aim: for real estate to play a leading role in creating vibrant buildings, cities and places that deliver long-lasting social value and economic impact. Why Work for Us:We believe that our industry is changing, and we want our business to be a melting pot of curious minds, passionate hearts and strategic intelligence. Your gender, religion and race are all highly respected, but are less important to us than your ability to step up and change the game. We provide you with a place where you can do just that, with like-minded people. Collaboration is embedded in the way we work – our people have the autonomy to collaborate on client relationships, engage teams across the business, lead operations, work collectively on projects, participate in strategy and are ultimately responsible for our growth. Our distinctive Principal-led, privately-owned model puts us in the enviable position of being able to offer every employee the opportunity to own a share of our business and inspires and allows anyone to become a Principal. This role carries voting rights, so our people have a very real say in the future direction and operation of our business. This means that we are able to attract, engage and retain the best talent from the industry. Equal OpportunitiesAt Avison Young, we’ve always put people at the heart of what we do. In the last few years, we’ve increased the diversity at our board, leadership and Principal levels. Avison Young stands out for our commitment to empowering women. In addition to increasing the number of women on our board and in our leadership ranks, our internal Women’s Network of more than 500 members come together for networking and learning, and advise the business on strategies for promoting access, opportunity and inclusion in our industry.Our global DEI steering committee shapes our strategy to continue to increase industry access for underrepresented groups and accelerating initiatives led by our employee resource groups, including our Women’s Network, Black Professionals and LGBTQ+ groups. In addition to leading global initiatives, the steering committee’s work examines our policies and practices, creating accountability for results and communicating progress to our executive leadership, our clients and our communities.Our culture is underpinned by our approach to diversity, inclusion, and well-being. We are committed to building an inclusive culture that:empowers all our employees to thrive,reflects all backgrounds and talents,allows individuals to be successful and feel a sense of belonging,and foster a workplace that is supported, inclusive and has a strong sense of community between colleagues. Avison Young is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all its employees and job applicants equitably. This includes implementing deliberate strategies that advance underrepresented communities in commercial real estate careers.
Posted 25 days ago