Graduate People and Organsiation Consultant
Graduate People and Organisation Consultant
See it differently
You see the world through a unique lens and that’s exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently – it’s essential for creating a sustainable future.
Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.
The Opportunity
Our Management Consulting team helps organisations navigate change, improve performance and plan for the future. Working across People & Organisation we work with clients across the public and private sectors to help them deliver organisational change and transformation. We support the design and implementation of people strategies, operating models, organisational structures and workforce solutions that enable businesses to achieve their strategic objectives. Our work spans change management, organisation design, culture and behavioural change, leadership development, workforce capability, employee experience and transformation delivery, helping clients create sustainable organisational performance and achieve lasting outcomes.
- Conduct research, analysis and stakeholder engagement activities to help diagnose organisational challenges and identify opportunities for improvement
- Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams alongside consultants, engineers and technical specialist, and participate in client meetings and workshops, helping to gather information, facilitate discussions and present findings
- Contribute to the design of people strategies, operating models, organisational structures and workforce solutions aligned to client objectives
- Develop client-ready outputs, including reports, presentations, workshop materials and communications to support project delivery
- Support business development activities, including market research, proposals and client engagement activities.
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Is this role right for you?
For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes:
- Bachelors degree in a people-focused field, such as Psychology, including Organisational Psychology, Behavioural Science, Human Resources Management, Organisational Development, however other qualifications will be considered
- Modules related to a people-focused field, such as organisational Psychology, Behavioural Science, Human resources management, Organisational development, leadership, workforce, capability, change management, operating model are relevant
Successful candidates will demonstrate the following:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to undertake research and interpret qualitative and quantitative data
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
- Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to synthesise complex information into clear insights and recommendations
- Intellectual curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to learn
- Interest in strategy development, organisational design and operating models, and change and transformation
Experience with Excel, Power BI, data visualisation, or other analytical tools would be advantageous
To be considered for a graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your academic transcript and meet the following criteria:
- Full working rights in the country of application
- No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role
- Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts.
Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes;
- Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.
- Innovative minds: We’re looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
- Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
- Adaptable adventurers: You’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.
You should be able to start this opportunity on 1 September 2027.
Advert Closing Date: 16 October 2026
Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.
Eligibility:
Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you are eligible to work permanently in the UK without our sponsorship.
What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
We take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and wellbeing of our graduates.
We also provide for our permanent members Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.
Next Steps
We've designed our application process to be straightforward and supportive, giving you the opportunity to showcase your skills and potential. Applications are reviewed as they're received, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible.
The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview and offer stage. Our friendly Early Careers team is available throughout the process to answer questions and help you feel confident every step of the way.
Different people, shared values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas.
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact UKEarlyCareersRecruitment@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.
As a Disability Confident Level 2 Employer in the UK, we will strive for one third of all our interview places to be allocated to candidates who have disclosed they are disability confident and best meet the requirements of the role.