Profile
Our award-winning Graduate Programme is an excellent way for recent graduates to enter the job market after university. As part of the programme, we will provide you with 6-14 weeks of comprehensive training in your chosen career path and the opportunity to gain industry recognised certifications. Once you have completed your training in our Glasgow Academy, you will start your two-year placement with one of our leading clients, working on-site as a fully integrated member of their teams. Many graduates see their placement culminating in a permanent contract with the client. We welcome candidates from all academic backgrounds, who can demonstrate a passion for working in the tech industry. In 2015, FDM launched a Returners Programme, which facilitates the transition from a career break to the corporate world by providing indusrty training, mentoring and fast track career progression. The Returners Programme provides you with seven weeks of fully-funded training to equip you with the skills, knowledge and confidence to continue your successful career. The training covers professional skills, project management, business analysis and Excel, with options to acquire certifications such as PRINCE2, and SCRUM Master. The FDM Returners Programme offers so much more than just training and experience: we will also provide you with comprehensive support throughout. Our expert teams, many of whom are returners themselves, understand how daunting it can be when you're looking to return after a break and will be with you every step of the way.
Head Office:
Glasgow, London, Leeds, Frankfurt, New York, Reston, Charlotte, and more
Male/Female ratio:
1:3 female to male
FAQs
What is the FDM Graduate Careers Programme?
The FDM Graduate Careers Programme consists of foundation training followed by an individual learning pathway, during which trainees will gain the skills required to become an FDM Consultant working on-site with our clients. We will provide you with fast-tracked skills development to launch your career in technology and business. Upon completion of your training, you will be placed on our client sites where you will work with their teams to provide services. The duration of the FDM Graduate Careers Programme is least two years from the date of your first client placement and, as such, you will provide services to one or more of our clients over this period.
Which areas can I train in?
We offer training in the following areas:
Technical Services
• Software Development
• Business Intelligence
• Cloud Computing Engineering
• Robotic Process Autonomation
• Software Testing
• Technical Operations
• Data Engineering
Business Services
• Business Analysis
• Project Management
• Risk, Regulation and Compliance
What is the application process like?
After completing your online application, if successful, we will invite you for a telephone screening followed by a video interview and an online test to assess your skill set. At the final stage, you will attend an assessment where you will face three strengths-based interviews, 15 minutes each and get a chance to meet other graduates you could be training with.
The Online Test and Final Stage Interviews enable us to find out more about your attitude, strengths and motivations for becoming a successful technology or business consultant, as well as your potential to thrive during training and represent us on prestigious client sites. It is also an opportunity for you to learn more about FDM’s culture and ensure that, if you are successful, FDM is the right choice for you.
As part of the process, you will be asked to complete a Numerical Reasoning Test, Set Notation and Ven Diagrams Test, IT Aptitude Test and Verbal Reasoning Test. Upon successful completion of the online tests, you will be invited to the Final Stage Interviews. The day involves an introductory presentation about FDM and three strength-based interviews with FDM Managers from various departments within the business.
What if I already have IT accreditations or qualifications that FDM offers?
Any previous experience, qualification or accreditation will help you in your journey with FDM and long-term career. However, all candidates are required to successfully complete every component of our assessment process and their specific training pathway, so that we can confidently recommend them to our clients.
What support will I be getting during the programme?
Throughout your journey with FDM, you will receive continuous mentoring, coaching and guidance from our internal teams and various support and development initiatives. These include:
Consultant Experience: Our Consultant Experience Team work to ensure that all FDM consultants have the proper resources, training and support needed to be successful on-site. This team also works closely with our Consultant Peer Support Network, which is comprised of a group of FDM consultants who will provide you with further guidance as you embark on your career journey.
Mentoring Programme: The Mentoring Programme matches consultants with senior employees across the business based on their career aspirations. The initiative is designed to help our employees unlock their full potential and to provide support for long-term career development. The programme is online, allowing matches to be made throughout our global organisation.
Consultant Collaboration Platform (Yammer): Yammer provides FDM employees with a virtual platform to connect and socialise with each other. Here consultants will find useful policies and resources as well as join a variety of groups to keep up to date with upcoming events, learning and development opportunities and more.
Employee Networks: FDM has six employee-led networks which focus on providing our staff with opportunities to enhance their career development and personal growth through supportive communities, open discussions and learning initiatives. Click here to find out more about each network.
Online Learning and Development: Virtual training, webinars and discussions are available to all FDM consultants, as well as e-learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning and Intuition Know-How.
Can I drop out of the programme once I have started the training period?
We understand that a two-year commitment requires careful consideration, and this is why we have a 14-day introductory period that begins on your first day of training. During this two-week period, you can leave the programme if you decide that it is not the right fit for you.
How frequently do you hold Final Stage Interviews?
Run Final Stage Interviews on a weekly basis. We recruit year-round with course start dates throughout the year, so our Interview Days run on a weekly basis.
What companies will I be working with?
FDM works with prestigious clients in a variety of industries including Finance, Insurance and the Public Sector. Our Account Managers will work to evaluate roles with our clients that will align with your skills and help you thrive in your career journey. You may end up working with the same client throughout your two-year commitment, or you may be placed on various client sites during that time.
What type of projects will I be working on as a full-time graduate consultant?
The projects that you will be involved in will depend on the programme you undertake and the client that you are placed with. To learn more, watch the career stories of other consultants who have completed your programme or contact our Recruitment Team.
What experience do I need to join the Returners Programme?
We look for a minimum of five years of industry experience in Business Analysis, Project Support or Project Management as well as a strong aptitude and interest in business. The programme is open to anyone, who has taken a voluntary career break of more than one year.
What type of projects will I be working on as a Returners Consultant?
You will have the opportunity to work across various sectors such as Finance, Banking, Media and the Public Sector, in Business Analysis or Project Management roles. Some of our consultants are also currently working in Stakeholder Management as well as Risk, Regulation and Compliance roles. Our Account Managers look to place you within roles that best align with your skill set and support your long-term career objectives.
