Accelerate Graduate Programme - Financial Services

Capgemini; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident Employer

Hybrid working

Job summary

Capgemini Invent UK is launching a graduate programme in London for Associate Consultants in Financial Services, with a start in April. You will work on transformation projects and gain hands-on client experience across industries.

The Accelerate Programme runs ~19–21 months, combining learning, coaching, and live project work, with a three-week induction and a twelve-week training course, plus a blend of office, client site, and home working.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 degree required, or studying towards it with degree completed before start date.
• Eligibility to start in April in London.
• Open to mitigating circumstances being considered.

Responsibilities

• Support transformation programmes across Financial Services.
• Contribute to client projects and develop consulting, technology and problem-solving skills.
• Participate in a structured graduate development programme with mentorship and training.

Job description

Job Title: Capgemini Invent, Financial Services, Graduate Programme (Associate Consultant)Location & Start Month:April: LondonEligibilityTo be eligible for this programme, you must have obtained, or be studying towards, a minimum 2:2 degree. If you are currently studying, you must have completed your degree prior to proposed start date. We recognise that mitigating circumstances can have an impact on academic performance. If you have experienced any circumstances that you would like us to take into consideration, please provide details in your application.About the job you’re consideringAt Capgemini Invent, we combine strategy, technology and innovation to help organisations solve complex challenges and deliver lasting change. As an Associate Consultant on our Financial Services pathway, you'll support transformation programmes, contribute to client projects and develop your consulting, technology and problem-solving skills while working across a range of industries.The Accelerate ProgrammeThe Accelerate Programme is Capgemini Invent UK's award winning graduate development programme. Over approximately 19 to 21 months, you'll progress from Associate Consultant to Consultant through a blend of structured learning, coaching, mentoring and hands on client experience. Following an initial three week induction and a twelve week consulting training programme delivered by the Institute, you'll move into your chosen pathway, applying your skills on live client projects while benefiting from ongoing development, regular feedback and a strong graduate community. Travel to client sites may be required, and candidates should live within reasonable commuting distance of their chosen office location.Hybrid working : The places that you work from day to day will vary according to your role, your needs, and those of the business. It will be a blend of Company offices, client sites, and your home. Please note that you will be unable to work from home 100 percent of the time.Your roleThe specific roles available within the Financial Services pathway are:Project ManagementOffice ConsultantBusiness AnalystDelivery ConsultantBusiness Change ConsultantAI and Digital Workplace ConsultantDesign and Strategy ConsultantTypical responsibilities may include:Supporting business and technology transformation initiativesConducting research and analysis to solve business challengesGathering and interpreting business and user insightsSupporting workshops and stakeholder engagement activitiesContributing to business and technology enabled solutionsPresenting findings and recommendationsBuilding strong relationships with clients and colleaguesAt Capgemini, building an inclusive future is part of everyday life. We foster a welcoming environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and thrive as part of a diverse community.Your skills and experienceWe are looking for curious and motivated individuals who are interested in using technology to solve business challenges and create positive change.You will likely demonstrate:Financial Services domain expertise or a good understanding of how Financial Services operates in the UK or globallyStrong analytical and problem solving skillsAn interest in technology, innovation and digital transformationEffective communication and collaboration skillsCuriosity and a willingness to learnA passion for driving value and transformationAdaptability and a proactive approachA user and customer focused mindset Eagerness to learn more about AIWe welcome candidates from all degree backgrounds. An interest in or experience across areas such as Banking and Insurance, technology, STEM, data, cyber security, or project delivery may be beneficial.At Capgemini Invent, we take a holistic approach to recruitment. While academic achievement is considered, we equally value potential, curiosity and mindset, which will be assessed throughout the recruitment process.What You'll Love about Working HereJoin a global community of innovators, technologists and consultants who are helping clients transform their businesses through technology. You'll gain hands on experience, continuous learning opportunities and the support to develop your career while contributing to meaningful work that creates lasting impact for clients, communities and society.We are a Disability Confident EmployerCapgemini is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) under the UK Government's Disability Confident scheme. As part of our commitment to inclusive recruitment, we will offer an interview to all candidates who:Declare they have a disabilityMeet the minimum essential criteria for the rolePlease opt in during the application process.Need to KnowIf you are successfully offered this position, you will go through a series of pre employment checks, including identity, nationality (single or dual) or immigration status, employment history going back three continuous years, and an unspent criminal record check (known as a Disclosure and Barring Service check). You will also need to undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard Checks.There are no nationality or residency restrictions, although if you have resided outside of the UK within the last three years, further checks may be required.There are other criteria and checks required for BPSS and, throughout the recruitment process, you will be asked questions about your security clearance eligibility including, but not limited to, country of residence and nationality.Note: You will have lived in the UK for the last three years with no more than six months out of the country in order to meet security clearance requirements. You may be required to work away from home during the week after the initial training period.Why you should consider CapgeminiGrowing clients' businesses while building a more sustainable, more inclusive future is a tough ask. When you join Capgemini, you'll join a thriving company and become part of a collective of free thinkers, entrepreneurs and industry experts. We find new ways technology can help us reimagine what's possible. It's why, together, we seek out opportunities that will transform the world's leading businesses, and it's how you'll gain the experiences and connections you need to shape your future. By learning from each other every day, sharing knowledge and always pushing yourself to do better, you'll build the skills you want. You'll use your skills to help our clients leverage technology to innovate and grow their business. So, it might not always be easy, but making the world a better place rarely is.About CapgeminiCapgemini is the business transformation partner for enterprises in the age of AI. We help organizations imagine and build an intelligent, sustainable future, combining AI, technology and human ingenuity to transform how they operate, innovate and grow. With unique end to end capabilities spanning strategy, technology, engineering and intelligent operations, we bring together deep industry expertise and market leading capabilities in AI, cloud and data to turn ambition into measurable business outcomes at scale. Supported by a robust ecosystem of partners and nearly 60 years of expertise, Capgemini is a responsible and diverse global organization of over 410,000 team members in more than 50 countries. The Group reported 2025 revenues of €22.5 billion.Make it real | www.capgemini.com