Graduate Analyst | Novatus Consulting 2026 Graduate Scheme

Novatus is hiring Graduate Consulting Analysts to join our Graduate Programme, starting in October 2026.

Novatus HQ - 2 London Wall Place, EC2Y 5AU

On-site working: Office-based, 5 days per week.

Company Overview:

Novatus is a fast-growing financial services consultancy and RegTech firm, enabling organisations to solve complex challenges and redefine what’s possible through expert-led technology and consulting. Across both our consulting and technology offerings, we deliver practical solutions to some of the most demanding regulatory, data, and operational challenges in the industry.

Our expert-led consulting practice supports a broad range of financial services clients, including global asset and wealth managers, capital markets firms, insurers, and banks. We provide tailored solutions aligned to each client’s specific needs, with capabilities spanning Strategy & Operations, Data & AI, Risk & Resilience, Compliance, and ESG. By embedding within client teams, we combine insight with execution - taking ownership of outcomes and driving measurable, lasting impact.

Complementing our consulting services, our unique model is anchored by our flagship SaaS platform, En>ACT (Ensuring Accurate, Complete and Timely Reporting). En>ACT is a market-leading solution for regulatory transaction reporting and reconciliation across global regimes. Trusted by more than 45 firms worldwide, the platform is scalable, proven, and designed to support both business and technical users.

Since launching in 2019, Novatus has scaled rapidly, creating opportunities for our people to grow alongside the business. Backed by North American private equity investment, and in partnership with organisations such as the London Stock Exchange Group and Snowflake, we are helping shape the future of financial services through innovation in both consulting and technology.

Job Overview:

We are seeking ambitious graduates to join our Consulting team, working on complex challenges across the financial services sector. As a Graduate Analyst, you will contribute to client engagements from the outset, gaining hands-on experience while developing your consulting, analytical, and commercial capabilities. Working alongside experienced consultants, you will play an active role in delivering meaningful outcomes for clients while building a strong foundation for your career.

Your Career & Development at Novatus:

What sets us apart from other consulting firms is how we work. Our consultants operate in lean delivery teams with direct exposure to senior stakeholders. From an early stage, you will be given meaningful responsibility and accountability, developing your capabilities in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment. You will gain experience rapidly through hands-on involvement in client engagements.

You will be supported through a structured approach to development, combining formal training with ongoing support from experienced colleagues. We place a strong emphasis on collaboration, continuous feedback, and high standards of delivery, enabling you to build confidence and refine your skills.

Our Consulting Services:

Strategy & Operations: We define bold strategies, optimise operations, and deliver lasting transformation, turning strategic vision into sustainable growth and market advantage.

Data & AI: We unlock strategic advantage through scalable data and AI solutions that enhance governance, sharpen insight, and accelerate innovation.

Risk & Resilience: We design risk and resilience frameworks that strengthen governance, enable smarter decisions, and turn risk management into a driver of strategic value and cost efficiency.

Compliance: We help you navigate evolving compliance challenges, strengthen governance, and embed pragmatic, scalable solutions that drive transparency, accountability, and growth.

ESG: We partner with you to turn ESG ambition into action through robust frameworks, data, and governance that deliver performance, regulatory confidence, and long-term value.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Analyse clients’ operating models and business strategies to identify opportunities for transformation
• Support the delivery of client engagements through structured analysis and problem-solving approaches
• Contribute to transformation roadmaps aligned with business priorities
• Assess processes, governance, and technology capabilities to identify improvement areas
• Apply data analysis and modelling to support recommendations and business cases
• Work with stakeholders to support delivery and translate requirements into practical solutions
• Develop clear, high-quality presentations and client deliverables
• Contribute to business development, including proposals and client pitches
• Support internal initiatives and capability development across the firm

Essential Requirements:

• Predicted or achieved a 2:1 or above in any discipline (Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated interest in consulting and financial services, with an understanding of key industry themes
• Strong communication skills, with some experience engaging and collaborating with stakeholders
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a structured and timely manner
• Proven ability to contribute effectively within teams
• Strong learning agility and ability to develop new skills

Why Join Us?

Build a Broad Skillset: Gain experience across a range of disciplines, building capabilities beyond a single specialism and developing a well‑rounded consulting skillset.

Solve Problems that Matter: Work on complex, high-impact challenges where your contributions drive tangible outcomes for clients.

Flat, Visible, and Collaborative: Work directly with senior colleagues in a flat structure, with high visibility of your contributions.

A Place for Builders: This is a great place for people who take ownership and are motivated to deliver results. You will be trusted to contribute from an early stage. If you are driven to add value and help grow our business, you will enjoy a rewarding experience that recognises your contributions.

Perks & Benefits:

• Private Medical Insurance (via AXA): includes mental health, dental, vision, and private GP access
• Life Insurance - 4× salary (via Unum)
• Unum’s Help@Hand: includes GP access, medical second opinions, physiotherapy, lifestyle coaching, savings and discounts, mental health support, bereavement counselling, and cancer support services for you, your partner, and your child(ren)
• Salary sacrifice childcare and nursery scheme (via YellowNest)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced parental leave (maternity & paternity)
• Professional qualification sponsorship
• Accelerated career progression based on performance and impact, not tenure or time spent in role
• Holiday entitlement increases with tenure
• Paid volunteering leave
• Gym & fitness discounts
• Seasonal and regular social events
• Office snacks and drinks
• Interest-based working groups to collaborate and innovate

Application Process:

• Stage 1: Online application and CV submission - application deadline 3 July 2026
• Stage 2: Online psychometric assessment – invitations sent shortly after application review (early July 2026)
• Stage 3: Competency-based interview (virtual) – scheduled throughout July 2026
• Stage 4: Full-day assessment centre at the Novatus office – held in August 2026
• Stage 5: Final offers – successful candidates will receive offers shortly after the assessment centre

Novatus’ Equal Opportunities Statement:

Novatus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made based on business needs, role requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, age, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, socioeconomic background, disability, or any other characteristic protected under the Equality Act 2010.

We maintain a workplace culture that is inclusive, respectful, and supportive. Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to ensure fairness and consistency for all candidates.

Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the application and interview process, and candidates are encouraged to contact Human Resources to discuss any specific requirements.

This commitment is embedded in all aspects of our employment practices, including recruitment, compensation, professional development, promotion, and workplace conduct.

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