UK graduates
Welcome to PA's UK-based programme for graduates. For opportunities based outside the UK please use the link on the right to search global opportunities and apply online. Alternatively, get in touch with our regional recruitment contacts.
Applications for our 2009 intake
Our analyst vacancies for 2009 can now be searched and viewed by using the 'Apply online' link to the right.
We prefer to receive applications for 2009 positions by 31 January 2009, but we can accept later applications. If you do apply later, check the roles listed on this site first as vacancies will be removed from the site as they are filled.
What do we look for?
There are a number of qualities which distinguish a PA analyst from others. To work at PA, you have to be confident and assertive. You must be able to drive your own development and push yourself forward for projects. You also need to be intellectually astute: we deal with complex business issues and strategies.
We are looking for people who show quality, integrity and commitment. The combination is rare, but if you have it, you will want to be part of an organization where others have it too.
The table below will give you an idea of the degree discipline and other specific requirements that vary from practice to practice. This is far from a complete list of the opportunities available, so please ensure you click the 'Apply online' button on the right for specific details of the positions we are advertising and what is required.
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Brief description of practice |
Applicant requirements and profiles |
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Business Operations and Performance
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We work with clients to ensure that business processes become the mechanism for delivering the strategic intent of the business. |
A minimum of 300 UCAS points (or equivalent) and a 2:1 in any degree discipline. Relevant industry experience will be an advantage.
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Decision Sciences
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We use techniques such as simulation, decision analysis, business process modelling, optimization, scheduling and economic modelling to solve our clients' strategic and operational business issues. |
A minimum of 300 UCAS points (or equivalent), with an 'A' Level in mathematics or statistics, and a 2.1 degree in either operational research, management sciences or a numerate/quantitative subject.
Post-graduate degree in operational research or management sciences is desirable.
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Financial Services
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We provide strategic advice and insight-driven execution to clients in the financial services industry, and are recognized leaders in risk/capital management, banking, payments and insurance. |
A minimum of 300 UCAS points (or equivalent) and a 2:1 degree, any degree discipline considered. Applicants will be expected to have excellent problem-solving, communication and organisational skills, strong modelling capabilities are particularly desirable. |
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Government
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We ensure increased benefits from public spending by delivering effective change that respects public service values and accountabilities. |
A minimum of 300 UCAS points (or equivalent) and a 2.1 in any degree discipline and will possess strong analytical capabilities. |
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Solutions and Infrastructure
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Our breadth and depth of understanding in information technology, combined with our commercial expertise, allows us to operate in the critical juncture where IT and the business meet and deliver creative, business oriented solutions across IT systems, software and infrastructure strategy, architecture, design, implementation and sourcing. |
A minimum of 300 UCAS points (or equivalent) and a 2.1 degree in either IT, mathematics or computer science.
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Business and Information Technology |
We offer a range of advisory services to our clients, from business and IT design to implementation and delivery. |
A minimum of 300 UCAS points (or equivalent) and a 2.1 degree in an IT-related subject. |
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People & Organisational Change |
We work with clients to transform their organisations, processes and people. |
A minimum of 300 UCAS points (or equivalent) and a 2.1 degree in a HR based discipline. |
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Project Management |
We specialize in helping our clients to design and deliver their most challenging and complex business and technical programs. |
A minimum of 300 UCAS points (or equivalent) and a 2.1 degree in either Engineering, IT or Business Studies.
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Strategy and Marketing |
PA's Strategy and Marketing practice helps clients to decide where and how to compete, ensuring that they target the most valuable markets and manage their businesses to maximize shareholder value. |
A minimum of 300 UCAS points (or equivalent) and a 2.1 degree. Numerical and analytical disciplines considered but must demonstrate a grasp of the principles of business administration and have highly developed analytical skills.
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Technology and innovation - product and process development; wireless technology |
PA's Product and Process Engineering practice develops hardware and software products, and the process equipment to make them; PA's Wireless Technology practice offers a range of mobile telecoms consultancy and product development services. |
A minimum of 300 UCAS points (or equivalent) and a 2.1 degree. For our product and process engineering practice - a mechanical engineering degree, or a post-graduate degree in physics with an emphasis on optics, sensing, instrumentation or electronics is required; For our wireless technology practice - electronic engineering, computer science, communications-related degree is required.
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