An Energising and Inspiring Introduction to the World of Work
The FSP Academy provides best-in-class support, training and mentorship to graduates, apprentices, industrial placement students and early careers individuals to enable them to excel. We welcome positive, talented and motivated talent seeking a stepping stone into IT consulting. We are passionate about providing opportunities for people to develop and grow into the business leaders of tomorrow.
FSP Academy in Action
Why Choose FSP
As a leading digital transformation and cyber security consultancy, FSP offers you a chance to be part of a business known for both its industry expertise as well as its values and ethos.
At FSP, we encourage and support you to identify the best path for you. By gaining varied exposure across different roles, projects and industries, you will build your knowledge and experience to identify where you can be most successful.
Our Academy team brings together graduates, apprentices, interns, placement students and early career professionals all on different career paths but sharing a similar goal; to make an impact and be successful.
Our Opportunities
Apprentices
For those leaving secondary education (sixth form or college), we provide varied roles that combine on-the-job learning alongside studying towards a nationally recognised qualification.
Industrial Placements
Our fixed-term (12 month) placements offer valuable hands-on industry experience for undergraduate university students on a sandwich degree.
Graduates
Our popular graduate programme provides university graduates with exceptional support, training & mentorship to help them develop in the IT consulting industry.
What we Look For
We look for optimistic and passionate individuals that will contribute to creating memorable experiences and build great relationships with colleagues and clients.
Does this sound like you?
- Naturally aligned with FSP values and ethos
- Committed to teamwork, quality and success for all
- Proactive and able to work with pace and energy
Our Process
We operate a highly transparent process for all applicants to the FSP Academy.
Phase 1 – Simple application via our website.
Phase 2 – Shortlisted candidates complete a short online interview including bite-sized video questions designed to showcase your motivations and aspirations.
Phase 3 – Standout candidates are invited to an assessment day featuring a group activity, presentation activity and Q&A with current Academy members.
Phase 4 – In person interview with members of the FSP Leadership team.
Inclusion & Belonging
At FSP, Everyone is Welcome.
FSP is committed to recruiting a diverse set of people that can complement and enhance our unique culture, whilst being ambassadors for our values.
We are an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all suitable candidates. We consider all applicants for employment regardless of age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief.
Start a Career not a Job
Business Analyst
A Business Analyst (BA) seeks to assess a business and its systems and advise the company on the best outcomes for a particular business opportunity or challenge. After investigating a business, system or challenge, a BA will work to identify and analyse areas for improvement and define the requirements of a solution.
In this role, you will gain experience working with various sizes and types of organisations in both public and private sectors, working to onboard business and technical change, including new bespoke technology and Microsoft 365.
Business Consultant
A Business Consultant supports the delivery of important business-focused services as part of digital and IT project implementations. This includes managing projects, identifying challenges, analysing and specifying requirements, promoting a high-quality user experience and driving user adoption and engagement through change management.
This role will rotate through FSP’s business-focused teams, allowing you to gain experience of a variety of business consultancy skills.
Data Analyst
A Data Analyst works closely with our clients to help turn their data into meaningful information, enabling them to unlock the power of data driven decision making. As a member of FSP’s Data & AI team, you will contribute to the development of innovative solutions using Microsoft Azure data platform, Data Factory, Data Lake, Synapse Analytics, DataBricks, SQL and Cosmos DB.
This is an ideal role for people who are passionate about using data to creatively solve problems, drive innovation and support client success.
Cloud Engineer
A Developer helps develop custom software solutions for our external clients and our internal community. Working as part of a wider project team, this role will be using .NET, Microsoft Azure, SharePoint, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Cognitive Services, Front-end frameworks (such as Angular, React) and the Microsoft Data Platform (Synapse, Databricks, etc.) to deliver clean, secure and impactful solutions to clients.
This role will rotate through FSP’s technical capability groups, allowing you to gain a variety of technical skills.
Technical Consultant
A Technical Consultant helps our customers to get be best value out of their Modern Workplace tools through configuration, advice, and best practice. Working as part of the Modern Workplace capability and wider project teams, this role will be using the Microsoft 365 platform and related tools to design, build and consult with customers on how to provide their users with the best modern collaboration, communication and productivity solutions.
Providing the opportunity for Great Talent to Shine
We are really proud of the continued development and success of all our early career individuals. We welcome people with a variety of academic backgrounds to FSP and are delighted to see them thriving.
Tap to flip each card, and discover the unique journey our Academy members have been on while working with FSP.
I have had such a great introduction to my apprenticeship and the corporate world as a whole. Combine the company culture with FSP’s constant desire to improve and stay ahead of the curve as an organisation is infectious, and we all feel that energy.
- Joined Dec 2023
- Studying Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship
As an Apprentice at FSP, my journey has been nothing short of amazing. The welcoming company culture makes me look forward to coming into work every day and the support from the team has been invaluable. (Plus, the snack cupboard & coffee machine is a nice bonus!) I feel so proud and lucky to be part of such a supportive company.
- Joined Dec 2023
- Studying Level 4 Business Analyst Apprenticeship
I have been developing further than I could have ever believed. With the kind of support from everyone at the office and remotely, I have achieved all of the milestones I set out for myself. I love working with the team as they provide a supportive enviroment for me to learn and develop.
- Joined Dec 2023
- Studying Level 4 Software Engineering Apprenticeship
The onboarding process within the Academy has been thorough and inclusive, providing me with all the necessary resources and training to excel in my position. Now that I’ve joined FSP as a Graduate, I feel privileged to be part of a dynamic and supportive team!
Kez
- Joined Sept 2023
- Studied Computer Science
- University of Surrey
- Current role: Graduate Technical Consultant, Modern Workplace
I found out about FSP through a careers portal that my University provided. The first interview drew me in, I liked the challenge, but the second was even better. The group interview allowed me to put myself forward and show more about my personality. Every step of the way was really engaging.
Caleb
- Joined Sept 2023
- Studied Computer Science
- Royal Holloway, University of London
- Current role: Graduate Software Developer, Cloud Engineering
My journey through Academy recruitment was challenging but rewarding,. It enabled me to showcase not only my skills but who I am as a person which has proved to be a crucial factor in working at such a great company which shares my values and philosophies.
Edy
- Joined Sept 2023
- Studied Sports Therapy, Studying for a PhD in Exercise Physiology
- University of Coventry
- Current role: Graduate Business Consultant, Product & Programme Delivery
I generally find interviews quite stressful but I was surprised to find that I actually enjoyed the recruitment process. The team was so welcoming that it really put me at ease. So far joining the Academy has been a similar experience, with the welcome and the support making the adjustment as easy as it can be.
Sam
- Joined Sept 2023
- Studied Mathematics
- University of Reading
- Current role: Graduate Data Analyst, Data & AI
Looking for more info?
FSP is an A rated sponsor, recognised by UKVI, and have previously provided sponsorship to graduate entrants. Due to recent changes in sponsorship requirements, we are evaluating the feasibility of graduate sponsorship for 2025.
Contracted working hours are a minimum of 37.5 hours per week, working on a flexible basis between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday.
We operate a highly transparent process for all applicants to the FSP Academy.
Phase 1 – Applications are submitted through a simple online form. CVs and covering letters are screened by our internal team.
Phase 2 – Shortlisted candidates complete a short online interview including bite-sized video questions designed to showcase your motivations and aspirations.
Phase 3 – Standout candidates are invited to an assessment day. As part of the assessment day, candidates take part in a group activity and present back on a pre-agreed topic. In addition, candidates will join a Q&A session with the existing Academy cohort and / or alumni.
Phase 4 – Final stage candidates will be invited to an interview with members of the FSP Leadership team. Successful candidates will receive an offer of employment with FSP.
The 2025 FSP Academy milestones dates will be:
Apprenticeship opportunities
- Applications open: September 2024
- Applications close: January 2025
- Start date: September 2025
Graduate and Industrial placement opportunities
- Applications open: October 2024
- Applications close: January 2025
- Start date: September 2025
We are a modern business with a mature approach to flexible working. Depending on the projects you are assigned, you will typically find your time split between our offices, client sites and working from home.
Yes, subject to client requirements, some elements of the role may require travel to client offices.