Overview
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JOB DESCRIPTION At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. We are looking for graduates for our Advisory teams, who have a flexible approach and an appetite to learn in a leading Engineering and Professional Advisory services consultancy. We want you to enjoy working in a collaborative environment where you can apply your skills working for a diverse range of clients and projects.
We are recruiting Graduates in the following teams and locations:
* Infrastructure & Economic Advisory: London, Birmingham or Manchester
* Transformation & Digital Advisory: Birmingham, London or Manchester
* Digital Advisory: Birmingham, London or Manchester
* GL Hearn - London
Role and Teams
Working as a Graduate in one of our Advisory teams will mean delivering innovative advice that is actionable and scalable to respond to the opportunities and challenges of tomorrow as well as today.
Projects Our Teams Work On Some Great Assignments. As a Graduate Working In Our Advisory Team, You Will Be Helping Deliver Projects Such As:
* UK Government Freeports programme
* Energy Entrepreneurs Fund
* National Highways net zero
* Network Rail climate resilience
* Local Government – combined authorities, local government reorganisation, sustainability and decarbonisation
* Transport – digital capabilities, major projects and Energy – Complex programmes
* Digital transformation programmes including digital strategies for universities and healthcare providers
Our Advisory Teams Include
Infrastructure & Economic Advisory: The team provides advice across sectors on first-of-a-kind projects and complex multidisciplinary infrastructure and economic development projects, helping clients invest in and deliver infrastructure.
* Economic analysis and evaluation, economic development strategy, economic impact assessment, industry and innovation strategies
* Commercial and Technical and ESG Due Diligence for Investors and Lenders
* Strategic Advice to Government on critical infrastructure sectors; advice to lenders on complex assets; advice on business cases, procurement and delivery models
* Commercial/Trade Forecasting, Cost Modelling and Economic Analysis
Day-to-day Activities (Examples)
* Supporting industry leaders across a portfolio of projects
* Initial data gathering and analysis for market studies, demand forecasting, feasibility assessments, and due diligence
* Client/site visits in the UK and Europe to assess facilities or construction monitoring
* Advising on economic impact assignments across UK and overseas across multiple sectors
Transformation & Digital Insights
Our Transformation Advisory team delivers sustainability strategies, digital solutions, and operating model design to drive growth and efficiency. Graduates will work directly with clients to understand needs and help design tailored solutions, across government, defence, pharmaceuticals and energy sectors.
Day-to-day Responsibilities (Examples)
* Preparing presentations, workshop materials, and reports
* Coordinating workshops and client interviews
* Assisting with project management, including risk registers and timelines
* Gathering and sharing client insights
* Supporting bids and proposals
* Collaborating with colleagues to integrate specialist knowledge
* Taking ownership of small workstreams under guidance
Digital Advisory
The Digital Advisory role offers hands-on experience in digital transformation, from shaping strategy to deploying technologies, with work across councils, national infrastructure projects, universities and healthcare providers.
Day-to-day Activities (Examples)
* Designing and delivering digital strategies and projects
* Analyzing data, developing dashboards and digital tools
* Stakeholder engagement and research
* Preparing presentations and client recommendations
* Taking responsibility for workstreams and developing consulting skills
GL Hearn (A WSP Company)
GL Hearn provides a path to Chartered Surveyor status via the APC pathway with rotations across Business Rates and Valuation teams. You will learn from senior colleagues, meet clients, and visit sites. Major clients include NHS, Amazon, Sainsbury’s, Puregym, London Borough of Camden, and Peabody.
Day-to-day Activities
* Gathering evidence to assess market value
* Managing communication with the Valuation Office
* Reviewing leases and inspecting development opportunities
* Conducting financial appraisals
* Working in multi-disciplinary teams for town centre improvements
* Assisting with red book valuation reports
Graduate Development Programme
Two-year Graduate Development programme with blended learning, core business and professional skills training, mentoring for professional registration, and on-the-job experience. We support your path to chartered status with professional bodies.
For further information regarding our Application & Selection process, please visit the Graduate brochure or Graduate website.
What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate
* You’ll have graduated with at least a 2:1 in a master’s or bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject
* To assist you in finding potential areas of the business that are relevant to you, please visit our Graduate brochure or website
* Complete the application form in full and pass an online skill enabler assessment
* Start work in September 2026
* Passion for consulting and the built environment, infrastructure and economy
* Collaborative mindset and ability to work in a team
* For digital advisory, enthusiasm for digital innovation
* Willingness to share new ideas
Don’t quite meet all the criteria? If you have the right qualifications, apply and we can assess alignment to this role and other opportunities.
For more information on our application process, please visit our Early Careers brochure. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident employer and will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria; please let us know if you require workplace adjustments.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Purpose of the role & principal accountabilities (8-10 max).
About Us
We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 people create positive, long-lasting impacts on communities through innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are committed to local communities and driven by international expertise.
What’s in It for You?
Work-life balance We offer hybrid working with two days home-based and access to modern offices across the UK. We also provide flexibility with part-time and flexible working, purchasing additional leave, and bank holiday usage.
Inclusivity & Belonging We value varied backgrounds and experiences, supporting authentic selves and promoting a culture of inclusion with employee resource groups.
Health & Wellbeing Thrive programme, Virtual GP access, reasonable workplace adjustments, Gymflex discounts, and menopause support.
Flex your time WSP My Hour allows one hour per day for personal activities and flexible time balancing with make-up options.
Your development Training, mentoring, and chartership opportunities are provided to support your growth.
#WeAreWSP We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, and we interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.
Application closing: rolling basis; please apply early to ensure consideration.
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