Jobs at PA Consulting

Lead technical teams through complex software delivery and digital transformation projects. Shape end-to-end development, testing, deployment, and operations; implement infrastructure as code, CI/CD, and release strategies; improve system scalability and performance; apply TDD, contract testing, secure coding, event-driven architecture, and platform migration patterns; mentor engineers; and collaborate with clients and cross-functional stakeholders in an agile environment.

Summer consulting intern supporting client transformation projects across strategy, operations, delivery, risk, technology, and other business areas. Responsibilities include researching projects, presenting findings, contributing to client and internal initiatives, applying problem-solving skills, collaborating with consultants, and developing consulting capabilities through training and mentoring. The internship is full-time for eight weeks in London, with hybrid work and possible client-site assignments.

An 18-month graduate consulting rotational programme involving multiple consulting capabilities and sectors. The Analyst will support client projects and internal initiatives, conduct research, present findings, collaborate with consulting teams, and apply problem-solving and analytical skills to transformation programmes and complex challenges. The role is based in London with hybrid working and may involve client-site assignments.

Designs end-to-end data platforms for clients, covering ingestion, orchestration, governance, security, cost optimization, and observability. Leads complex architecture engagements, translates business needs into scalable data solutions, guides engineering teams, supports bids and business growth, and provides technical leadership and mentorship. The role requires strong client-facing communication, data architecture expertise, cloud platform knowledge, and awareness of AI’s impact on data solutions.

Owns end-to-end Workday HCM service delivery, including configuration, optimization, system maintenance, feature releases, governance, security, documentation, and support. The role partners with business leaders and HR stakeholders, manages delivery partners, guides the support team, oversees enhancements, and ensures alignment with HR strategy and compliance requirements.

Supports telecoms and enterprise networking consulting projects, including strategy, network and systems architecture, digital transformation, procurement, and innovative product development. Responsibilities include gathering and analysing information, developing recommendations, presenting findings, facilitating client workshops, and engaging with technical experts and senior leaders. The role offers progressive responsibility, client exposure, and opportunities to deepen technical and consulting expertise.

Evaluate telecom patents against standards, conduct patent landscape and essentiality analyses, prepare transparency reports, review intellectual property portfolios, identify commercialization opportunities, develop valuation and protection strategies, and support technical litigation. The role requires telecom expertise, Python-based data analysis, strong analytical communication, and willingness to learn patent analysis.

Lead complex project, programme, and portfolio delivery for financial services clients undergoing digital and technology-enabled transformation. Responsibilities include managing cloud, platform, data, AI, customer experience, payments, and legacy modernisation initiatives; translating strategy into delivery roadmaps; leading multidisciplinary teams; engaging executives; delivering measurable business outcomes; supporting agile operating models; and building client capability through PMOs and transformation offices.

Designs end-to-end data architectures and platforms for complex client programs, covering ingestion, orchestration, governance, security, cost optimization, and observability. Leads engineering teams, translates business needs into scalable solutions, advises clients on data and AI transformations, and provides strategic technical leadership. Responsibilities also include assignment delivery, team development, thought leadership, bid leadership, and business growth in a consulting environment.

Conduct qualitative and quantitative consumer research for clients, including designing research projects, writing surveys and discussion guides, interviewing participants, analyzing findings, and creating compelling presentations. The role explores cultural, generational, technological, and consumer trends to inform innovation, design, policy, and customer experience. Graduates will develop research expertise through client projects, learning sessions, and a 12-month development program.

Lead enterprise-wide third-party risk management strategy, operating model design, regulatory readiness, operational resilience, outsourcing risk, supplier due diligence, and AI and technology supplier risk engagements. Advise boards, executives, regulators, and financial institutions; lead multidisciplinary transformation teams; develop client propositions and thought leadership; and mentor TPRM professionals. The role requires deep banking, insurance, asset management, or regulatory expertise combined with consulting, commercial, and client leadership experience.

Graduate Analyst rotating across Architecture, Engineering and DevOps, Data Science, and AI. The role involves designing, developing, and supporting technology solutions; creating software and high-level technical designs; collaborating with multidisciplinary teams; supporting AI-enabled and data-driven client solutions; and working with testing, DevOps, and service management specialists on automated releases. The programme includes mentoring, technical training, client projects, and exposure to cloud platforms, software engineering, and modern data practices.

Eight-week summer internship supporting communication networks consulting projects. The intern will analyze network performance and communications technologies, build models, assess investment cases, research emerging technologies, develop recommendations, and present findings to stakeholders. Projects may involve 5G/6G, satellite communications, private networks, machine learning, drone detection, legacy infrastructure, and radio propagation. The role includes mentoring from experienced consultants and exposure to the full consulting assignment lifecycle.

Lead and deliver large-scale transformation programmes for Wealth Management or Life & Pensions clients, overseeing programme delivery, operating model design, regulatory and digital change, client relationship development, business development, team coaching, and stakeholder alignment to achieve benefits realisation.

Manage firmwide B2B marketing campaigns covering digital transformation, AI, data, and emerging technology. Develop integrated marketing plans, thought leadership, events, digital content, PR, social media, advertising, and account-based programs. Build stakeholder and client relationships, strengthen brand positioning, track budgets and KPIs, and translate complex consulting expertise into compelling market narratives that generate engagement and commercial opportunities.

Helps internal teams use Microsoft 365, Copilot, agents, and emerging AI technologies effectively. Engages stakeholders, discovers business needs, designs and supports workflows, automations, low-code solutions, pilots, and proofs of concept. Drives adoption through workshops, demonstrations, training, communications, and guidance. Applies responsible AI, governance, security, licensing, and supportability considerations while evaluating new capabilities and improving services.

Leads consulting engagements involving software architecture, development teams, strategic technology advisory, and end-to-end client solutions. Responsibilities include shaping service propositions, driving business development, managing senior client relationships, communicating architecture strategies, coaching teams, and contributing to pre-sales and proposals. The role supports complex transformations across defense, financial services, and other sectors using cloud platforms, microservices, agile delivery, and architecture frameworks.

Leads the development and delivery of operational excellence and process improvement consulting services for financial services clients. Responsibilities include developing go-to-market strategies, building sales pipelines, creating intellectual property, supporting proposals, winning engagements, and overseeing transformation programs. The role requires expertise in process optimization, Lean methodologies, automation, digitization, operational risk, customer journeys, data governance, technology modernization, resilience, and workforce transformation, along with strong commercial and engagement leadership skills.

Leads architecture consulting engagements for healthcare and life sciences clients, shaping architectural strategies, delivering complex end-to-end solutions, and advising senior stakeholders. Responsibilities include launching service propositions, driving business development and pre-sales, developing client relationships, coaching teams, and guiding digital transformation across application, business, and integration domains.

Advises regulated financial services firms on enterprise risk management, governance, risk culture, regulatory change, controls, and assurance reviews. Leads complex consulting projects, develops client relationships, adapts delivery to changing requirements, identifies business opportunities, and supports sales. Requires expertise in areas such as three lines of defence, risk frameworks, FCA/PRA expectations, Section 166 Skilled Person Reviews, and operational, conduct, prudential, compliance, or technology risk.