Strategy Graduate Programme

Higherin; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Higherin's Strategy Graduate Programme in London offers hands-on exposure to high-profile client projects in Financial Services or Public and Private sectors. You'll work in capable teams on strategy and due diligence, building future-focused consulting skills and making tangible client impact from day one.

You'll turn data into insights, learn from experienced colleagues, and develop strategic thinking through an apprenticeship-style model.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities demonstrated across projects.
• Ability to turn data into clear, actionable insights.
• Comfort with ambiguity and making sound decisions with limited information.

Responsibilities

• Work on high-impact projects across Financial Services or Public/Private sectors.
• Turn data into meaningful insights and develop clear, compelling recommendations.
• Collaborate with experienced colleagues to solve complex problems and grow.
• Build your network and communication skills through client exposure and team activities.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Confidence in ambiguity

Inclusive collaboration

Digital fluency

Job description

Shape business growth through strategic insight

Programme overview:

On the Strategy Graduate Programme, you'll work within Financial Services or Public and Private to help corporate clients and private equity firms make better strategic decisions and unlock growth opportunities. You’ll work in high-performing teams on high-profile strategy and due diligence projects, using data-driven insights to solve complex business challenges. As a Shaper of the future, you’ll build future-focused consulting skills while making real impact for clients and developing as a future business leader.

Core skills for success:

• Problem solving — Use structured thinking and analytical frameworks to break down complex business challenges into clear, actionable insights.
• Analytical thinking — use range of analytical tools including hypothesis trees, modelling of large data sets, insights from primary research, technology, and professional judgement to deliver insights others can rely on
• Confidence in ambiguity — be comfortable making sound decisions with limited information and learning fast.
• Inclusive collaboration — thrive in inclusive teams where every voice and perspective strengthens outcomes.
• Digital fluency — use tools and automation to work smarter and focus on higher-value work.

What you will be doing:

• Work on a variety of high-impact projects – no two engagements are the same. You’ll help solve unique strategic challenges for clients, from evaluating investment opportunities to shaping growth strategies.
• Turn data into meaningful insights – conduct independent research, analyse market and expert data, and develop clear, compelling recommendations that influence client decisions.
• Learn through collaboration – work closely with experienced colleagues to solve complex problems, develop strategic thinking, and grow through our apprenticeship-style learning model.
• Build your network and confidence – gain exposure to senior clients and stakeholders, strengthen your communication skills, and enjoy a collaborative team culture through social events, team dinners, and travel opportunities.