Application: All candidates must apply for their preferred role online. Applications open on 31 October 2009 and close 31 December 2009 for the 2010 UK intake of graduates. Once again this may vary depending on the country you are applying to.
First stage (initial interview and aptitude tests): Either face to face or by telephone, a 1 hour competency based interview will take place. This focuses on areas of interest on your CV and for you to discuss real life examples of your experience. Our aim is to understand your reasons for wanting to join PA and in particular, the business area that you applied into.
Second stage (assessment centre):
The assessment centre is designed to test your general business acumen and potential consulting skills. We do not ask you to prepare anything in advance - all materials are provided on the day with preparation slots scheduled. We recommend that you are clear about your reasons for applying to PA and the business area you applied to.
Final Stage:
One hour interview with a member of PA’s Management Group, usually someone from the business area you applied to.
Which business area for you?
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Practices
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Brief description of practice
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Applicant requirements and profiles
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Business Operations and Performance
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We work with clients to ensure that business processes become the mechanism for delivering the strategic intent of the business.
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A minimum of 300 UCAS points (or equivalent) and a 2:1 in any degree discipline. Relevant industry experience will be an advantage.
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Decision Sciences
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We use techniques such as simulation, decision analysis, business process modelling, optimisation, scheduling and economic modelling to solve our clients' strategic and operational business issues.
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A minimum of 300 UCAS points (or equivalent), with an 'A' Level in mathematics or statistics, and a 2.1 degree in operational research, management sciences or a numerate/quantitative subject.
Post-graduate degree in operational research or management sciences is desirable.
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Financial Services
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We provide strategic advice and insight-driven execution to clients in the financial services industry, and are recognised leaders in risk/capital management, banking, payments and insurance.
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A minimum of 300 UCAS points (or equivalent) and a 2:1 degree, any degree discipline considered. Applicants will be expected to have excellent problem-solving, communication and organisational skills, strong modelling capabilities are particularly desirable.
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Solutions and Infrastructure
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Our breadth and depth of understanding in information technology, combined with our commercial expertise, allows us to operate in the critical juncture where IT and the business meet. We deliver creative, business oriented solutions across IT systems, software and infrastructure strategy, architecture, design, implementation and sourcing.
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A minimum of 300 UCAS points (or equivalent) and a 2.1 degree in IT, mathematics or computer science.
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Strategy and Marketing
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We help clients to decide where and how to compete, ensuring that they target the most valuable markets and manage their businesses to maximise shareholder value.
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A minimum of 300 UCAS points (or equivalent) and a 2.1 degree. Numerical and analytical disciplines considered but must demonstrate a grasp of the principles of business administration and have highly developed analytical skills.
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