Overview
Join to apply for the 2026 UK Graduate Management Consultancy Career Path role at Mott MacDonald.
Please note you may only submit one application for our graduate opportunities. Once submitted, changes or new applications cannot be made — unless new vacancies open in the new year. We will close for applications on Friday 24th October, with assessment centres being held late November/early December.
Turn your ambition into action – apply now and shape your future with us.
Job Description
Make Change Matter. At Mott MacDonald, we believe in the power of people, purpose, and partnership to drive meaningful transformation. As a graduate in our strategic advisory team, you’ll help clients navigate complex challenges, unlock opportunities, and deliver lasting impact beyond capital project delivery.
You’ll be part of a dynamic, diverse, and ambitious team that values trust, transparency, and inclusion. We’re committed to creating fulfilling careers, where everyone has equal opportunity to grow, contribute, and thrive.
About The Team
Asset, Data and Information – Building capability to optimise asset performance and deliver business objectives efficiently, as well as combining technical expertise with digital innovation to reshape how organisations use data, technology, and business models.
You’ll have the opportunity to rotate across the capabilities of the team, gaining broad experience and working with a wide range of clients. This approach ensures a well-rounded foundation and helps you discover where your strengths and passions lie.
What We Offer
* A structured graduate development programme with mentoring, training, and clear progression pathways.
* Opportunities to work on impactful projects that improve society and shape industries.
* A culture that celebrates achievements, values diversity, and prioritises wellbeing.
* Flexible working options to support your personal and professional life.
* A supportive environment where your ideas are heard and your growth is championed.
At Mott MacDonald, your work will matter. You’ll help transform organisations, communities, and lives—while building a career with purpose.
Candidate Specification
At Mott MacDonald, we’re looking for curious, motivated graduates who want to make a real difference. Join our purpose-driven teams where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your work enhances the world we live in.
To be eligible for this opportunity, you will have less than 12 months’ relevant experience (excluding placements) and have a bachelor’s degree obtained no earlier than 2024 or expected to achieve one of the following degree disciplines (or similar):
* Business
* Economics
* Mathematics
* Business Analytics
* Management
In your application, demonstrate genuine interest in the opportunity and in joining Mott MacDonald by highlighting relevant experience or interests—such as modules studied, previous work experience, or research about our company, values, and projects.
We personally review every completed application as our selection process is entirely human-led. We do not use AI tools and expect you not to either. Answer each application question with authenticity to show the real you. Joining us as a graduate is your opportunity to shape your own story.
We Are Looking For Graduates With The Following Strengths
* Proactively takes initiative to complete tasks efficiently and independently.
* Communicates effectively and clearly with clients and colleagues.
* Delivers high-quality written work with strong attention to detail and clarity.
* Demonstrates a structured and analytical approach to problem solving.
We support flexible working. Please ask at interview stage about any flexibility you may need.
Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision reflects changes to the Skilled Worker route in April 2024.
Our ethos is to develop, train, and retain our graduates, aiming for a long-term relationship. We cannot accept applications from candidates who would be working under the Graduate visa route or other time-limited visas, due to their temporary nature and the requirement for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route in future.
We welcome applications from candidates eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future.
About Your Development
A graduate position should be more than a job. From day one you’ll receive the training you need and be assigned a mentor to guide you through objectives of your professional training needs. You will join our three-year Early Careers soft skills development programme – Accelerating your Future, designed to equip you for a long-lasting successful career here at Mott MacDonald.
You’ll have the opportunity to make a difference; learn more about Our Purpose and the difference we can make.
You’ll get:
* Biannual salary reviews during the first three years.
* A competitive salary aligned with current industry standards.
* Contributory pension up to 7% of your salary.
* A flexible benefits scheme to suit individual needs.
Our Social Side
Being part of Mott MacDonald means more than just work. You’ll have opportunities to expand your social and professional network across offices, committees, events, and community activities. There are discounts on cinema tickets, travel, fashion, utilities, and more as part of our benefits.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our business, promoting fair employment procedures and practices and an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute.
Agile Working
We support flexible working and trust in our teams to balance client, team, and personal commitments. We embrace agility and adaptability.
More About Mott MacDonald
We’re a global engineering, management and development consultancy. Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, focusing on excellence and digital innovation to transform clients, communities, and employee opportunities. We respect differences and strive to meet individual needs. Our values are progress, respect, integrity, drive, and excellence.
Location(s): Birmingham, Manchester, London, Leeds. Contract Type: Permanent. Work Pattern: Full Time. Market: Various. Discipline: Project programme and commercial management. Job Ref: 11885. Recruiter Contact: earlycareers.recruitment@mottmac.com
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