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Via the Grayce Graduate Development Programme

Location: Opportunities across Yorkshire
Starting Salary: £25,000

Application Requirements:

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree
Right to work in the UK unsponsored for the duration of the programme
Ability to work on site 5 days a weekGrayce is not on the UK Border Agency's Sponsor Register and is unable to sponsor work visas for international applicants.

Are you a curious, adaptable problem solver who wants to make an impact?

At Grayce, we're looking for ambitious graduates who are curious, proactive and ready to take ownership of their development. This hybrid opportunity is designed for individuals who want to work across business change, data, digital and technology. Whether you're a natural problem‑solver with technical curiosity, a data‑driven thinker with strong communication skills, or someone who blends people skills with analytical capability, we'll help you apply your strengths to a wide range of client challenges.

If you're resourceful, resilient and passionate about driving change, join us and be part of a community that cares, collaborates and thrives together.

What you could do as a Graduate Consultant

You may be placed into roles such as:

Business Analyst (Digital / Cyber / Transformation)
Investigate and analyse business needs, define requirements, identify improvement opportunities and ensure solutions align with business objectives across people, processes and technology.

Project Manager / PMO Analyst
Support planning, governance, RAID management, delivery tracking and stakeholder communication to ensure projects run smoothly and achieve outcomes.

Product / Change Analyst
Help shape product vision, roadmaps and feature prioritisation while translating customer and business needs into actionable outcomes.

Data Analyst
Turn data into insight through analysis, dashboards and visualisations. Communicate findings clearly to influence decisions.

Data Engineer
Design and maintain data pipelines, integrate data sources and support cloud‑based data solutions that enable scalable insight.

Information Security / Cyber Analyst
Support security controls, threat monitoring, incident response and best‑practice governance to keep organisations secure.

DevOps / Technology Analyst
Improve deployment processes and support automated, reliable delivery through modern digital tools and ways of working.

Why Grayce?

We specialise in driving change and transformation for some of the world's most ambitious organisations. For over a decade, we've partnered with FTSE 100 and 250 companies to develop and deploy high-performing early‑career talent.

Our Accelerated Development Programme is designed to launch the careers of graduates eager to make an impact, offering hands‑on experience with leading organisations and the skills, coaching and qualifications to grow quickly.

Your development with Grayce

Opportunity
Work full time on site with prestigious FTSE100, 250 and 500 clients, gaining real‑world experience from day one.

Delivery
Develop the core skills needed for exceptional client delivery, including curiosity, proactivity, adaptability, communication and problem solving.

Mentoring
Receive expert coaching and support throughout your Grayce journey.

Progression
Complete a minimum of six industry-recognised accreditations during the programme.

What makes a great Grayce Analyst?

2:1 Undergraduate Degree
A 2:1 in any discipline.

Analytical Problem Solving
A strong ability to spot patterns, think critically and break down complex issues — whether in data, processes or systems.

Data/Tech Exposure (helpful, not essential for every placement)
Experience with Excel, SQL, Python, R, Power BI, Tableau or exposure to cloud/security tools (e.g., Azure, Splunk, Wireshark) is beneficial.

Soft Skills
Strong communication, organisation, stakeholder engagement and a learning mindset. You enjoy taking initiative and building relationships.

Why work with us?

Competitive Salary
Starting at £25k, with clear opportunities to increase as you develop

Industry Recognition
Fully funded, industry-accredited qualifications to accelerate your early career.

Mentors and Coaches
Access a supportive network dedicated to your development.

Wellbeing Support
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme covering financial, legal, health and wellbeing services

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