Graduate Consultant

Grow your career alongside the best and brightest as we translate clients’ ambitions into real world outcomes together. From day one you’ll be a key part of what our clients call the Newton difference – our highly intelligent, committed and yet very human team. We are intensely collaborative, going as deep as it takes to make a meaningful difference through our work. You’ll be given responsibility from the very start, working side‑by‑side with clients on site to shape their future success, from energy security to better patient outcomes, and retail supply chain resilience to rewiring public services.

Five great reasons to start your career at Newton:

• Exceptional people
• Tackle today’s most important challenges
• Meaningful impact
• Global opportunities

Beginning your career at Newton means you’ll be plugged in and working directly with your clients from day one after your induction. You’ll be trusted to contribute immediately, immersing yourself in their complex challenges and making a genuine impact in their worlds. As you learn hands‑on, on‑site, you’ll see and feel the difference you can make. You’ll be surrounded by outstanding minds who challenge you to think differently, encourage curiosity and make a real impact together. Starting your career at Newton gives you the opportunity to grow at pace, while being supported by a team that’s invested in your development and success. Together we are one team and take collective pride in making change happen.

The scale and complexity of the challenges we take on with clients means our work has real purpose. Governments, public sector organisations and leading global brands come to us when they need to realise their biggest ambitions, drive positive change or seize exciting opportunities. It makes working at Newton truly rewarding.

We are not consultants who hand out advice and then step back. At Newton we do things differently, acting as a strategic delivery partner to our clients. This means we implement change alongside them to make a meaningful impact within the organisation and the communities they serve. We stay until the change lands, and the results are real.

This environment is fast paced, and you’ll be given opportunities for rapid progression as you work on projects with global leaders across the Consumer, Public, and Defence and Infrastructure markets.

As a Consultant, you’ll work alongside clients and colleagues within a workstream to deliver inspiring, measurable results. Your work will be varied and challenging, and you’ll build a growing expertise by implementing Newton Core: our unique approach to problem‑solving, client engagement and project delivery. With every project, you’ll form strong relationships with our clients, and help them build the capabilities to continue solving future challenges without us.

We help you build a broad skillset as a Consultant over your first two years with us. This ensures you understand our business well and encourages you to explore your skillset and natural strengths in diverse settings and teams. It’s a crucial time for building the fundamentals of consulting and the Newton methodology. All our consultants need to possess this core skillset to thrive, regardless of the particular areas you work in while at Newton.

As an Operations Consultant, you’ll work closely with a variety of clients, mapping processes and analysing data to identify opportunities for operational improvement. You’ll plan and implement the changes needed to realise value and deliver lasting impact. You’ll work on‑site, from the factory floor to the boardroom, and everywhere in between. Every project and every client is different, but our commitment to creating enduring value for them doesn’t change.

Once you’ve completed your core training you can choose to continue as a Consultant or direct your skills further in one of two key areas:

• Digital & AI: Connected and future‑focused, our Digital Consultants identify where data and technology can benefit an organisation. Whether that is using new tech or building our own solutions, Digital Consultants bring industry‑leading, even industry‑changing, solutions to our clients’ challenges.
• People & Change: Consulting isn’t a faceless business. At the heart of everything we do, there are people. Our People & Change experts ensure the change we bring to our clients comes to life for their people. Whether implementing digital, operational or cultural changes, they work alongside the people within our client organisations to manage change before, during and beyond implementation.

Working on impactful projects with a top team is just one of the benefits of working with us. You’ll also gain:

• Salary Package: Salary: £45,000 (if starting pre‑September 2026), £48,000 (from September 2026)
• Annual Salary Increases: Your package will increase every year with every promotion
• Profit Share Bonus: Paid every six months, based on company performance

At Newton, we know that what makes a career truly rewarding goes beyond salary and job title. That’s why we invest in benefits that support your wellbeing, celebrate our culture, and give you the flexibility to thrive from day one.

• Car options
• Private Medical Insurance
• Events and weekends away
• And more.

We don’t just support you with traditional training courses – we offer a core range of development resources that let our people shape their learning. From day one, your hands‑on experience will be reinforced by regular access to your personal Development Manager and a wealth of self‑learning tools. You’ll also have opportunities to develop skills outside your day‑to‑day role. In your first two years as a graduate consultant you’ll learn how to distil complex systems into simpler processes, calculate efficiencies, and use data to solve problems. You’ll develop the skills to manage stakeholders with confidence and empathy, navigate conflict, and build lasting relationships. You’ll also learn how to structure your time, prioritise effectively, and thrive in a team environment – while embracing Newton’s feedback culture to support your own growth and that of others. As your career progresses, you’ll also be able to take advantage of a range of professional qualifications to ensure you are always developing.

We assess everyone on their merits. Whatever your background, it’s your analytical problem‑solving skills and dedication to going the extra mile for our clients that will set you apart. This is what helps us deliver the most creative and effective solutions for our clients. Here are some key elements of what it takes to work with Newton:

• Analytical & Problem‑Solving Capability: You have an analytical approach combined with the drive to get stuck into a complex challenge. You’re ready to tackle difficult projects and always aim to exceed expectations.
• Drive & Resilience: You’ll seize opportunities, pursue excellence and develop quickly – pushing the limits of what others think is possible.
• Empathy & Self‑Awareness: You have EQ as well as IQ. You demonstrate awareness of the differences in the world around you and show empathy and compassion.
• Team Spirit and Humility: You value collaboration and recognise the importance of sharing skills and knowledge.
• Exceptional People Skills: Outstanding people with outstanding people skills – you’ll be part of a remarkable team.
• Agility & Adaptability: Pace, complexity and impact. You’ll learn, adapt quickly, and always be ready for more.

Still curious about consulting? Find out more about the graduate role, including the application process, our offer, and what it really means to be part of the Newton team.