Placement Business Consultant

FSP Retail Team; Reading, Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Reading is seeking a Placement Business Consultant for a year-long industrial placement. The role involves supporting project and product delivery while developing consultancy skills. Candidates should be working towards a relevant degree, have strong analytical and communication skills, and be proactive in a dynamic environment. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for growth in a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Industry leading coaching and mentoring

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a university program requiring an industrial placement.
• Strong attention to detail is a must.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support in the delivery of innovative technology solutions.
• Analyse and prioritise use cases and business requirements.
• Design detailed user journeys.
• Manage stakeholder expectations.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Good IT skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to build rapport

Proactivity

Education

Working towards a degree in a relevant subject

Job description

Role Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Placement Business Consultant to join our team on a year-long industrial placement as part of your university sandwich degree.

The Placement Business Consultant supports the delivery of important business-focused services as part of FSP’s project & product implementations. In this role, you will have the opportunity to identify and develop your skills as a consultant by managing project and product delivery and working with clients to solve challenging business problems.

This role will rotate through FSP’s business-focused roles, allowing you to gain exposure to multiple projects, clients, and sectors.

These roles include:

• Product Management
• Business Analysis
• Delivery Management

Responsibilities

• Support in the delivery of innovative technology solutions through project and product led approaches
• Analyse and prioritise use cases 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
• 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

About you

• Working towards a degree in a relevant subject area as part of a course requiring an industrial placement
• Strong analytical skills and an eye for detail
• Engaging and able to easily build rapport with others
• Keen interest in technology and possessing good IT skills
• Enjoys the challenge of a dynamic and fast-paced environment

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 consultancy specialising in Digital, Security and AI solutions. Our success is enabled by our unwavering commitment to excellence, our people centric culture alongside best-in-class operations, ensuring impactful and sustainable outcomes for our clients.

As a long standing and highly accredited Microsoft Partner, with extensive solution designations, we partner with clients across a range of commercial sectors, enabling digital transformation, innovation and robust cyber security.

We navigate the complexities of data sensitivity, confidentiality, governance and compliance. We blend strategic insight, depth of technical expertise, delivery and operational excellence to meet the specific requirements outlined.

We take a collaborative, one team approach with our clients to drive sustainable change, providing outstanding client experience and delivering exceptional results that are aligned with business priorities.

Our commitment to security and quality is reinforced by our ISO27001 and ISO9001 certifications (UKAS), as well as our CREST approved penetration testing and SOC capabilities. Additionally, we are an IASME Cyber Essentials Certification Body and Cyber Essentials Plus certified.

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.