Graduate Technology Consultant

We are an independent digital transformation consultancy with clients in the public and private sectors. We pride ourselves on our ability to solve difficult problems, applying technology in innovative ways to do this. We focus on understanding our client’s business and work with them to deliver change that makes them more effective. Our services are wide-ranging, from advising on technology strategy and conducting digital discoveries to full development lifecycle services and in-live support.

We operate as a flat organisation and believe in trusting and supporting our team to operate independently. We pride ourselves on being specialists at what we do, making the most of our consultants’ expertise in their fields in order to provide a best-in-class service to our clients. All our consultants have the opportunity to work on a range of different projects, providing a broad range of knowledge on which to develop their careers and progress in the direction they choose.

We are looking for candidates who are interested in a career in technology to join us as Graduate Technology Consultants.

The role:

This role provides an exciting opportunity to work with high-performing teams on a variety of projects, from large-scale transformation programs to custom solution development. After completing our 6-week Graduate Academy training, you will join a project as part of a larger team, receiving hands-on support from senior consultants across different practices. You will typically be involved in all stages of the development lifecycle, including code development, testing, DevOps, data, and design.

This diverse experience will lay a strong foundation for building a successful career as a technologist.

Candidates should be open to working in different locations, depending on client needs. While most of our work is based in London, flexibility to travel is expected.

Main duties:

1. Working as part of Agile teams, collaborating on requirements, software development, testing, design and architecture.
2. Aiding the design for new systems and solutions for implementation into live service delivery.
3. Working closely with clients to understand their requirements and working within the team whilst on client site.
4. Being part of a larger team, working and learning from senior consultants.
5. Regular communication with both internal and external stakeholders.
6. Documenting the work you have done to support others in the team and as case studies.
7. Helping to develop technical reports and providing support for bids on new projects.
8. Helping with internal applications or other work where possible.

Specialist skills required:

The role will suit someone with academic or commercial programming experience with a genuine interest in technology and a strong desire to deliver the best possible solutions for our clients. You will be confident in critical thinking, enjoy tackling difficult problems in a structured way and are highly motivated self-starters. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence to communicate with both internal and external stakeholders.

1. Scientific or technical degree, equivalent experience, or ability to demonstrate an aptitude for technology if your degree is not technical.
2. Some experience in software development, using Python, Java or .NET (or related technologies).
3. Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken word with an ability to successfully engage with team members and clients.
4. Problem solving and analytical skills.
5. Willingness to continually learn.
6. An interest in future technologies.
7. Some understanding of the software development lifecycle, including Agile methodologies, is desirable but not essential.

Package and Benefits:

1. Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
2. Flexible working / Work from home.
3. Generous annual discretionary bonus.
4. 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
5. 10 days allocated development training per year.
6. Statutory & Contributory pension.
7. Private healthcare cover.
8. Gym membership.
9. Annual away days and social events.

Equality & Diversity:

Solirius Consulting is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports, celebrates, encourages, and respects all individuals and in which all processes are based on merit, competence and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexuality, age, disability, ethnicity, marital status or any other protected characteristics.

Should you require further assistance or require any reasonable adjustments be put in place to better support your application process, please do not hesitate to raise this with us.

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