Graduate Consultant Programme – Start Your Career with Purpose
Make an impact. Shape better public services. Build a career that matters.
Location: Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week in either Westminster or Cardiff office)
Employment type: 2 year fixed-term graduate programme, with opportunities for progression beyond the programme
Weekly hours: 35 hours (full time)
Salary: £27,000 p.a.
About Local Partnerships
Local Partnerships is a joint venture between HM Treasury, the Local Government Association and the Welsh Government. We help the public sector deliver better services, stronger infrastructure and sustainable outcomes for communities across the UK.
As a non‑political, not‑for‑profit organisation, our focus is on delivery. Join us and you’ll work on meaningful projects that make a real difference to people’s lives.
The Graduate Programme
Our Graduate Programme is designed to help you grow into a confident, capable public sector consultant. You’ll gain hands‑on experience across multiple practice areas, develop essential consulting skills and work alongside experts who are passionate about helping you progress.
From day one, you’ll contribute to real client projects—developing strong analytical, communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
We fully fund your APM Project Management qualification to support your professional development.
What You’ll Do
As a Graduate Consultant, you will:
Support project teams delivering solutions for public sector clients
Conduct research, analysis and data work
Help prepare reports and presentations for senior stakeholders
Attend meetings and capture actions
Build knowledge of public sector delivery Use research, AI, data and analytics to support insight‑led work
Take on increasing responsibility as your confidence grows
About You
We’re looking for individuals who are motivated by purpose and eager to grow.
Essential:
Degree (or expected degree) in any discipline
Strong analytical and communication skills
A genuine interest in the public sector
Proactive, curious and enthusiastic about learning
Great attention to detail
A collaborative team player
Desirable:
Interest in areas such as local government, infrastructure, housing, sustainability or regeneration
