Edinburgh Consulting Graduate Programme 2027 - 2028

• Collaborate with leading clients and high-performing Accenture teams to solve complex business challenges and deliver meaningful results. 
• Work on transformational projects involving technology, operations, strategy and change.
• Analyse data to uncover insights and support evidence-based decision-making.
• Support the design and implementation of business processes and customer journeys.
• Get involved in areas like change management, tech delivery, digital innovation and more.
• Use AI and emerging technologies responsibly to help clients solve problems and create innovative solutions.
• Contribute positively to an inclusive team and wider Analyst community, supporting colleagues and sharing feedback and learning. 
• Be part of a thriving early careers community, with continuous learning and development opportunities designed to help you grow, build confidence and succeed throughout your career journey.  

• 30 days of vacation per year, plus bank holidays.  
• Three days leave per year for volunteering or charitable work of your choice.  
• Pension plan with matched contributions from Accenture.  
• Opportunity to buy Accenture shares at a 15% discount through the Employee Share Purchase Plan.  
• Elective private medical insurance (extend cover to family, including online GP appointments and self-referral physiotherapy treatments).  
• Free eye tests and annual flu jabs.  
• Life assurance.  
• Access to app-based fitness classes and discounts on gyms.  
• Apps and tools to reduce stress, improve sleep, manage personal finances, and get caregiving support.  
• Enhanced maternity paid leave entitlement for eligible people, and shared parental leave and adoption leave. 
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme for guidance on challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, or legal and financial concerns.  
• Giving your career the best possible start by joining an award-winning graduate programme at one of the world’s largest consulting and technology firms. 

Key Responsibilities

• Develop core consulting skills including foundational knowledge and application of AI through completion of our award-winning Analyst "Runway" training programme, giving you the confidence and capabilities to succeed as your career evolves. 
• Opportunities to specialise in areas such as digital transformation, strategy, sustainability, or tech enablement. 
• Access to certifications, workshops, hackathons, and more. 

• Have an innate passion for exploring how business and technology shape the future. 
• Excel in fast-moving, ever-evolving environments where no two days are the same.
• Engage and inspire others through clear, confident spoken and written communication.  
• Bring a collaborative spirit and a can-do mindset, tackling challenges with sharp problem-solving skills.  
• Confidently present ideas and build strong connections with stakeholders.  
• Bring a learning mindset, actively seeking feedback and using it to adapt and improve.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Megan joined the programme in 2025 and currently serves as a Delivery Lead, contributing to Migration Readiness across Savings and Mortgages as part of an integration for a major global financial services client. She also co-leads the Women in Financial Services (WIFS) Network, driving client and industry collaboration, strengthening internal community engagement, and aligning strategically with Accenture’s reinvention ambition. 
• Sachin joined the programme in 2022 and is now a Consultant within Accenture’s UKIA Energy Practice. He led the successful implementation of an AI tool within the HR space for a major oil & gas client, driving significant cost savings by streamlining human tasks and optimising operational efficiency, supporting the client in achieving its overarching transformation strategy. 
• Victoria joined the programme in 2022 and is now a Consultant within Accenture’s Health & Public Services practice. She is a Delivery Lead on a large healthcare provider AI innovation programme, overseeing governance and collaboration across teams to accelerate the development and deployment of AI agents that reduce administrative burden and free up staff time for higher-value activities. Victoria also co-leads Accenture's Non-Profit UK volunteer community, enabling employees to apply their skills to projects that deliver positive social impact. 

• Interviews typically begin in October and run through to the New Year. Due to high volume of applications, this may take some time, but you will receive regular updates on your application status.  
• Start dates available from September 2027 through to August 2028 and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to availability.  

Benefits

• This is our online assessment designed to evaluate your strengths and skills. 
• It also gives you a feel for what it’s like to work at Accenture. 
• You’ll receive a personal feedback report - whether you pass or not. 

• One interview with a recruiter 
• One interview with a manager from the business area you applied to 

• Visit our Assessments Portal for more details on what to expect at each stage.