Digital Risk Graduate Programme - Northern Ireland - September 2026 intake

EY; Derry/Londonderry; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in the UK is looking for individuals passionate about technology and risk management. The role involves assessing IT systems, understanding cybersecurity principles, and recommending improvements to clients. This position offers a chance to interact with senior stakeholders and might require flexible working, including time spent on client sites. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical and communication skills, and an understanding of emerging technologies.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to assess risks in IT projects.
• Effective communication skills to present findings to clients.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and data protection.

Responsibilities

• Gain an understanding of clients' IT landscapes.
• Assess projects for risk and recommend improvements.
• Communicate findings and present data analysis to stakeholders.
• Understand risks related to emerging technologies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Understanding of cybersecurity

Knowledge of AI and automation

Job description

Bring your passion for problem solving and analysing information and help to ensure our clients IT systems are safe, secure and fit for purpose.

Programme Overview

Technology is at the heart of most modern organisations. As well as opening a world of opportunities, technology exposes organisations to a variety of risks. Our Digital Risk teams combine digital know-how with advanced technology to help clients understand and transform their businesses. Our experience helps clients grow, manage, protect and, when necessary, transform their businesses. Together, we shape entire industries by applying the right technological solutions to real-world problems. Your diversity of thought will only strengthen our work within this incredibly varied business area.

We have several work streams for you to experience which help EY clients on matters including assessing technology risks, software licensing issues, contract/third party risks, but also improving their processes/governance policies and establishing future-focused strategies. Across all the work streams, you will be given the opportunity as you grow in your career to lead meetings, identify issues and propose solutions. You will work with, and get to know, senior stakeholders at EY clients up to board level.

What You Will Be Doing

• Gaining a broad understanding of the IT landscape of some of our biggest clients, including their approach to cybersecurity, data protection, resiliency and software asset management.
• Assessing complex projects to spot risks and make recommendations.
• Analysing data, communicating with clients and presenting your work.
• Understanding the risks associated with emerging technologies, including cloud adoption, the use of Artificial Intelligence and Robotic Process Automation.
• You’ll also be expected to be flexible and may spend large proportions of your time away from the office, either working from home/anywhere or on client site as part of our hybrid working model.