Graduates
What is the selection process for entry-level hires (Graduate Analysts) at BearingPoint?
We have a two stage recruitment process for entry-level hires:
- Competency based interview and online numerical assessment
- Assessment centre (consists of case study exercise, presentation, group exercise and interviews)
Each stage is an elimination round.
Do I need a degree and if so, in which subject area?
We look for graduates in all disciplines. It is preferable for candidates to have a Business related degree but not essential. Candidates should at least have a 2.1 degree with a Business and/or Technical background. These include candidates who have studied: Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics/Statistics, Finance/Economics, Business/Management, Humanities.
What is BearingPoint looking for?
Graduates must display a wide range of personal qualities. A would-be management consultant must possess the following attributes:
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- Passion: enthusiastic about what we do and what we are
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- Commitment: to delivering measurable results and value
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- Excellence: lead by example and work hard to exceed clients’ expectations
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- Teaming: help others succeed and celebrate both individual and team accomplishments
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- Stewardship: promote a culture of empowerment and have training, sharing, experience and development as priorities
What is the starting salary?
£33,500
What happens after I join?
You will receive on the job training whilst also being under the guidance of an experienced consultant and you will have a buddy assigned to you from day one. You will attend BearingPoint (BE) school (an international training programme for all new hires across the firm) within your first year where you will learn the core consulting skills. In addition, you will also have access to a comprehensive training curriculum including specialist, personal development and online training courses to help you develop your skills further.
What kind of projects will I work on?
It is difficult to describe a “typical project”. What is certain is that you will get the opportunity to work on different engagements, exploring different business challenges across industries. You will focus on building core consulting skills and development across business and technology.
About us
How many people are there in the entire company?
5,000 staff across Europe and over 12,000 when combined with our Global Alliances.
Who are BearingPoint’s global alliance partners?
- Grupo ASSA (Central/South America)
- West Monroe Partners (United States)
- Arete Consulting (Turkey)
- ABeam Consulting (Asia Pacific)
- IPOPEMA Business Consulting (Poland)
How many offices does BearingPoint have around the world?
40, with an additional 77 global alliance offices.
What countries does BearingPoint have offices in?
BearingPoint has offices in 23 countries around the world, and works with partners in an additional 14 countries (denoted by * below):
- Europe: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland*, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey*, United Kingdom
- Americas: Argentina*, Brazil*, Chile*, Colombia*, Mexico*, USA
- Asia Pacific: China, Indonesia*, Japan*, Korea*, Malaysia*, Singapore, Thailand*
- Middle East: United Arab Emirates
- Africa: Morocco
What are the company’s latest revenue figures?
€738m revenue in 2018.
What industries does BearingPoint work in?
Automotive, banking & capital markets, chemicals, health & social care, industrial manufacturing, insurance, life sciences, public sector, resources, retail & media, telecommunications, transportation & logistics, utilities.
There are lots of consulting firms out there, what’s different about BearingPoint?
BearingPoint is a global firm but has a small firm feel. We have a unique culture where our people take ownership in the development of the business. We foster an environment where people feel empowered to have a voice. Characteristics such as being entrepreneurial, trusted and easy to work with are not only encouraged, but valued and respected. Given our smaller size, you will get to know everyone in the London office and we offer all our people lots of exposure to senior stakeholders across the business. Our consultants get the opportunity to learn and work alongside our Partners on a daily basis and have plenty of opportunities for personal learning and development. We believe our unique culture and way of working sets us apart from other firms.
General
How many training hours am I allowed a year?
A minimum of 40 learning hours must be completed each year and staff can choose to do well in excess of these hours if they wish.
What benefits do you have?
Are overseas opportunities available?
Yes, we also have offices across Europe who are looking to recruit Analysts. Visit their
career pages for more information.
Can I apply for several positions at one time?
You may as long as they are relevant to your skill-set.
What do your leadership team look for in new hires?
“Our best consultants display an analytical mindset combined with strong interpersonal skills – you really need both because otherwise you become either ‘analytical but introverted’ or ‘extroverts devoid of critical thinking'”
– James Rodger, Regional Leader – UK and Ireland
“The ability to think for themselves so they can to take a client’s problem and create unique insight into it; root causes and business implications”
– Angus Ward, Partner
Do I get to travel?
80% of the travel is within the UK, but you may get the opportunity to travel abroad on a client project or to work with one of BearingPoint’s international projects. We also have a Develop Abroad Programme where you can be seconded to work at one of our offices abroad for a period of time.