Overview
Join a leading global professional services organisation on a structured Business Management graduate programme designed to accelerate your career from day one.
This is a full-time role combined with a funded degree pathway, delivered in partnership with a top UK business school. You’ll alternate between practical work and structured academic learning in eight-week blocks, giving you both commercial exposure and recognised qualifications.
You’ll be embedded within a fast-growing managed services division, supporting major clients across multiple industries while gaining exposure to cutting-edge technologies, including Generative AI and digital transformation tools.
Key Criteria
Academic Requirements
* Minimum 112 UCAS tariff points (excluding General Studies)
* Three A-Levels (or equivalent)
* GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above)
Eligibility
* Exams must be completed in a single sitting (resits only accepted within same academic year)
* Candidates with extenuating circumstances can be considered (must be declared)
What you’ll be doing
* Work on real client projects within a high-performance delivery environment
* Support business operations, process improvement, and service delivery
* Gain exposure to emerging technologies including AI and automation
* Build commercial awareness across multiple sectors and clients
* Develop core consulting, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
* Balance hands-on work experience with structured academic study
Training & Support
* Dedicated career coach and structured development plan
* Peer network and buddy system
* Academic advisor supporting your university studies
* Weekly protected time for learning and personal development
* Clear progression pathway post-qualification
Why this role stands out
* Graduate scheme with degree
* Business management graduate programme UK
* Paid graduate job with university qualification
* Belfast graduate jobs 2026
* Consulting and managed services graduate role
* AI and digital transformation exposure for graduates
What the hiring team aree really looking for
This is where most candidates fall down — so filter hard here:
* Strong work ethic and ability to balance study + full-time work
* Genuine interest in business, consulting, or operations
* Commercial awareness (not just academic achievement)
* Confidence working in structured, corporate environments
* Curiosity around technology, AI, and process improvement
* Clear communication and professionalism