Accelerate Graduate Programme - Public Sector

Capgemini; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

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Disability Confident Employer (Level 2

Job summary

Capgemini Invent UK is recruiting for a Public Sector Graduate Programme Associate Consultant. The role is part of the Accelerate Programme with a pathway from Associate Consultant to Consultant, across London, Manchester, Glasgow and Newcastle, with hybrid working arrangements.

You will support transformation programmes for government departments and public bodies, conducting research, analysis and stakeholder engagement while developing practical recommendations and implementing change.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 degree required or currently studying; degree must be completed by start date.
• Interest in government/public sector and digital transformation.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Curiosity about technology and transformation.
• Collaborative mindset, adaptable to changing environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, analysis and problem solving activities.
• Support digital, operational and organisational transformation initiatives.
• Improve business processes and ways of working.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand challenges and identify solutions.
• Develop recommendations and support implementation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver client outcomes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Curiosity about technology

Collaborative mindset

Adaptability

Education

2:2 degree

Job description

Job Title: Capgemini Invent, Public Sector, Graduate Programme (Associate Consultant)Location & Start Months:August: LondonSeptember: Manchester & Glasgow & NewcastleNovember: LondonPlease note, due to high volumes of applications, this role may close earlier than advertised.EligibilityTo 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 consideringAre you passionate about creating meaningful change and solving complex challenges that impact millions of people?As an Associate Consultant within our Public Sector team, you'll help government departments, agencies and public bodies deliver better outcomes for citizens. Working alongside experienced consultants, you'll contribute to projects that improve services, drive transformation and address some of the UK's most important public sector challenges.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 roleAs an Associate Consultant, you'll support the delivery of transformation programmes across government and the wider public sector.Typical responsibilities include:Conducting research, analysis and problem solving activitiesSupporting digital, operational and organisational transformation initiativesImproving business processes and ways of workingEngaging with stakeholders to understand challenges and identify solutionsDeveloping recommendations and supporting implementation activitiesCollaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver client outcomesNo two projects are the same, giving you the opportunity to build broad consulting experience while developing your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.Your skills and experienceWe're looking for curious, motivated graduates who are excited by the opportunity to make a positive impact through their work.You'll ideally demonstrate:A passion for improving public services and outcomes for citizensStrong analytical and problem solving skillsCuriosity about technology, digital innovation and transformationExcellent communication and stakeholder engagement skillsA collaborative mindset and willingness to learnAdaptability and resilience in changing environmentsAt 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 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.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