Economic Advisory Graduate Programme – September 2027 intake

EY UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

EY UK is offering an Economic Advisory Graduate Programme starting September 2027 to shape policy and business decisions through economic analysis, data and research. You will join high-performing teams, receive coaching and work toward the CFAB qualification while making an impact for clients and communities.

You will develop technical, analytical and professional skills with hands-on experience and mentoring, preparing for a CFAB certification and broad client exposure across sectors.

Qualifications

• Interprets data and evidence to form insights for clients.
• Breaks down complex challenges into actionable steps.
• Assesses risk, quality and implications to support decisions.
• Demonstrates listening and respect to build trust.

Responsibilities

• Interpret data and evidence to perform economic analysis and identify insights for clients.
• Present research on the latest economic developments.
• Collaborate with colleagues across competencies and sector specialisms.
• Develop skills through hands-on experience, coaching and formal learning.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Empathy and relationship building

Self direction

Education

CFAB qualification

Job description

Use economics to shape clients’ policy, regulatory and commercial challenges

Programme overview

On the Economic Advisory Graduate Programme, you’ll shape the future with confidence by helping organisations understand the economic forces influencing business, government and society. You’ll work in high-performing teams, using data, research and economic analysis to uncover insights, solve complex challenges and support informed decision‑making. As a Shaper of the future, you’ll build your technical, analytical and professional skills through hands‑on experience and coaching, while making a meaningful impact for clients and communities. Along the way, you’ll work towards a recognised Certificate in Finance, Accounting and Business (CFAB) qualification.

Core skills for success

• Analytical thinking — Interpret data and evidence to form strong insights.
• Problem solving — Break down complex challenges into workable actions.
• Critical thinking and judgement — Assess risk, quality and implications to make decisions.
• Empathy and relationship building — Build trust through listening and respect.
• Self direction — Set goals, manage time and take initiative for development.

What you will be doing

• Interpret data and evidence to perform economic analysis and identify insights for clients.
• Present research on the latest economic developments.
• Collaborate with colleagues across competencies and sector specialisms.
• Develop your skills through hands‑on experience, coaching and formal learning.

Key programme facts

• Programme length: Two years
• Professional qualification: CFAB
• Salary: Competitive
• Start date: September 2027