Placement Business Consultant

FSP Retail Team; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Coaching & mentoring

Competitive salary

Job summary

FSP is a leading enterprise transformation consultancy seeking a Placement Business Consultant in the UK. You will support delivering technology-driven business change and gain exposure across multiple projects, clients, and sectors.

In this rotation within the Change Delivery Group, you will work across business analysis, service transformation, change consultancy and delivery management, building practical solutions and shaping outcomes for clients.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and an eye for detail.
• Able to rapidly build rapport with others.
• Keen interest in technology and good IT skills.
• Enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Proactive problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support in the delivery of innovative technology solutions through project and product led approaches.
• Analyse and prioritise use cases, user stories and business requirements.
• Design detailed user journeys and develop high quality project specifications.
• Support in leading projects from conception through to completion.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and apply governance techniques.
• Contribute to client relationships and identify growth opportunities.
• Assist in change consultancy, training delivery and communications.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Rapport building

IT skills

Adaptability

Proactivity

Communication skills

Education

Degree in relevant subject area

Job description

Role Overview

The Placement Business Consultant supports the delivery of important business-focused services as part of FSP's client engagements. In this role, you will have the opportunity to identify and develop your skills by managing the successful implementation and adoption of technology & business change enabling our clients to solve their challenging business problems.

This role will rotate through FSP's business-focused roles within the Change Delivery Group, allowing you to gain exposure to multiple projects, clients, and sectors.

These roles include:

• Business Analysis – Learn to understand business challenges, gather requirements, engage stakeholders, and help shape the right solutions.
• Service Transformation – Learn how to improve and modernise services through better processes, service management, and operating models.
• Change Consultancy – Learn how to support people through change using stakeholder engagement, communications, training, and adoption planning.
• Delivery Management – Learn how to support projects from idea to delivery by coordinating teams, managing plans, and tracking risks.

Responsibilities

• Support in the delivery of innovative technology solutions through project and product led approaches
• Analyse and prioritise use cases, user stories and business requirements
• Design detailed user journeys and develop high quality project specifications
• Support in the development of vision, strategy, and objectives for product teams
• Support in leading projects from conception through to completion
• Support in the delivery of organisational change activities including change consultancy, training delivery & business communications
• Managing stakeholder expectations and applying governance techniques to deliver success for both FSP and our clients
• Build high-value and long-lasting relationships with clients, developing an understanding of their business and their industry
• Support business growth by helping to identify opportunities to expand engagement with clients
• Contributing to FSP culturally & operationally and embracing the role of a consultant to add value to both FSP & our clients

About you

• Working towards a Degree in relevant subject area
• Strong analytical skills and an eye for detail
• Able to rapidly build rapport and enjoy interacting with others
• Keen interest in technology and possessing good IT skills
• Enjoys the challenge of a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Positive Attitude and aptitude for solving problems and demonstrating proactiveness

What we look for in our people

• Strong alignment with FSP values and ethos
• Commitment to teamwork, quality and mutual success
• Proactivity with an ability to operate with pace and energy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Dedication to excellence and quality

Who are FSP?

FSP is a leading enterprise transformation consultancy specialising in Data & AI, Cyber Security, Enterprise Cloud and Change Delivery. We help organisations modernise, innovate and grow through advisory-led consulting, deep technical expertise and high-quality delivery. Working across complex and regulated environments, we partner with clients to build secure, intelligent and resilient digital capabilities that deliver lasting business value.

Our culture is built on true belonging, opportunity for all and excellence in everything we do. Through our One FSP Playbook, we have created a shared set of values and winning behaviours that shape how we work, collaborate and show up for our colleagues and our clients. We are committed to creating an environment where talented people are supported, developed and given the opportunity to thrive, building a high-performing organisation where everyone can contribute, grow and succeed together.

Find out more about people and One FSP playbook: fsp.co/about-fsp/ | One FSP Playbook

Why work for FSP?

At FSP, we are committed to providing:

• A collaborative and supportive environment in which you can grow and develop your career
• The tools and opportunity to do work you can be proud of
• A chance to work alongside some of the best people in the industry, who always seek to share their knowledge and experience
• Hybrid working – we empower you to make smart choices about when and where to work to achieve great results
• Industry leading coaching and mentoring
• Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package

Equal and Fair Opportunity

FSP is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all suitable candidates. We consider all applicants for employment regardless of age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief.

Research suggests that applicants from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles if they do not precisely meet requirements, or if they felt there were clear barriers as to who should apply. If you are excited about a potential role with us but are concerned that you may not be a perfect fit, please do apply, as you may be the ideal candidate for this role or for a different vacancy within FSP.

We endeavour to always provide fair opportunity for applicants to showcase themselves in the best way possible during any interviews or meetings. If you require any adjustments for a call or in-person meeting, please let us know