Consulting Graduate Programme

**ABOUT THE ROLE**

Our analysts do far more that sit behind a screen grinding numbers and are required to actively participate in all aspects of Brand Finance operations to become rounded consultants with real life experience of both our finance and marketing functions, as well as those of our clients.

We firmly believe in learning by doing. Following a short orientation programme analysts are immediately set to work on client projects and will be heavily involved in the preparation and promotion of the Brand Finance Global 500 and other sector-specific, brand value league tables.

Analysts will support a director to conduct desk research, liaise with research partners, prepare valuation models and identify interesting stories in the data while supporting the PR team to engage publishing partners, plan release dates, draft press releases and develop sector specific marketing activities.

This is an opportunity to join an entrepreneurial culture that rewards the successful individual with rapid progression and the opportunity to develop a wide array of client and consulting skills.

**TRAINING OPPORTUNITY**

Trainee analysts will attend bespoke training programmes through accredited professional institutions. These include structured training over three years which will include the completion of technical work experience in a variety of activities, principally valuation.

Chartered Qualification available are listed, but not limited to:

- Chartered Instituted of Management Accountants (CIMA)
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
- Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA)

We enrol new analysts in these schemes, as it significantly increases the speed at which employees can get to grips with the work, and shoulder more responsibility with clients.

Trainee analysts may have opportunities for secondment to a Brand Finance office abroad to broaden work and life experience during the training contract.

**THE PERSON**
- Minimum A grade in Maths and English
- A second degree (e.g. MA, MSc or MBA) would be an advantage
- Excellent Excel and financial modelling skills
- Strong analytical skills
- A good eye for detail
- Good organisational skills
- Pro-active/ self-starter
- Highly motivated and keen to work in small cross-functional teams
- Confident communicator
- Language ability would be an advantage
- Relevant work experience
- Strong knowledge of and interest in business and current affairs

**APPLICATION PROCESS**
- Please send CV and covering letter

**OPENS DOORS TO REWARDING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES**

Previous graduates have set a high standard for others to follow with all entering senior management positions at Brand Finance, blue-chip clients or other leading consultancies.

**PREVIOUS GRADUATES**

**Liam Wong**
- “I joined Brand Finance in 2011 as an analyst, the team was extremely friendly which made it easy to settle into the role. I was first introduced to brand valuation through working on Brand Finance’s league tables and was heavily involved in the production of the 2012 Global and Banking 500s. _
- Concurrently, I was also involved in challenging consulting projects for a number of high-profile clients helping them to better understand the value of their brands. The role was highly varied and involved a steep learning curve, however, this also allowed to me to enjoy more responsibility over my work and it was rewarding to see my recommendations in the deliverables presented to clients._
- The undoubted highlight of my time at Brand Finance so far has been my six month secondment to the Sydney office where I was able to experience a different business environment in addition to a new culture. Whilst there I was able to accumulate a wealth of knowledge and skills which will serve me well going forward and each new project has provided an opportunity to expand upon this.”_

**Declan Ahern**
- “I joined Brand Finance on the graduate program in February 2016. I was integrated into the League Table team from the first day, which provided me with my first experience in the valuation of Intangible Assets, particularly Brand Valuation. I was assigned to the Banking, Insurance and Mining sectors, all of which I was interested in and requested to be placed within those sectors._
- After a relatively short amount of time I was given exposure to client work whose requirements varied greatly from project to project and provided stimulating and interesting work for a junior analyst. In a short amount of time I progressed from an analyst to a consultant and finally to my current role as an Associate Director in the London office and Director of the South African subsidiary. Whilst progressing my career I have simultaneously completed my Chartered Accountancy qualification with the Institute of Chartered Accountants England and Wales._
- Working at Brand Finance has exposed me to many interesting projects across various industries and countries. I have travelled to South Africa, Sri Lanka, Mexico and much of Eur