Graduate Consultant

Asset & Wealth Management – 2026 Graduate Programme (F/H)

• Level
  : Graduate position (Consultant)
• Division
  : Alpha FMC – Asset & Wealth Management Consulting (AWM)
• Open locations
  : Germany, France, Luxembourg (some travel may be required)
• Start date
  : September 2026, but we are open to discuss an earlier start date on a case by case basis
• Watch a short video
  from our Co-head of Alpha Europe
  here
  [Charles-Antoine Desjardins]

Introducing Alpha

:Alpha Financial Markets Consulting (Alpha FMC or Alpha) is a leading global consultancy specialising in the asset and wealth management industry. As a boutique management consulting firm, we provide a unique competitive advantage to the world's top asset and wealth managers through our unparalleled expertise and industry insights. Founded in 2003 at our London headquarters, our journey of rapid expansion led to a successful IPO in October 2017. We work with a diverse client base of 870 global clients, including the world's 20 largest global investment management firms and 80% of the top 50 asset managers by AUM. With over 990 consultants spread across 17 offices spanning the UK, North America, Europe and APAC, Alpha has the largest specialised team in the industry

.If you're looking for a career that combines stimulating challenges with a lively work culture, Alpha is the place for you. Please visit our Alpha FMC website

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About our European Graduate Programme for AWM Consultin**

g:Please see this page ) for more information about our European Graduate Programme for Asset & Wealth Management Consulting (AWM), including a welcome video from our Co-Head of Europ

e.We believe our programme gives you the opportunity to develop yourself on high profile projects with top clients across the investment management value chain, all while enjoying a wide range of additional benefit

• s:Traini
  ng: Our comprehensive training spans technical skills (g. Excel modelling and PowerPoint design), soft skills (e.g. time management, effective communication and presentation skills), and consulting expertise (e.g. project management, deliverable creation and stakeholder management
• ).Client Projec
  ts: Following your onboarding week, you'll immediately support clients across our practice areas, including Investments, Client & Digital and Operations. This approach involves working in small-to-medium-sized teams, ensuring significant responsibilities from the very star
• t.Senior Exposu
  re: As advisors to the world's leading asset and wealth managers, you'll collaborate closely with some of the industry's most senior executives, contributing to their strategic objective
• s.Shaping Alp
  ha: We encourage active involvement in internal initiatives, allowing you to develop your skills and interests while supporting various aspects of our business, from practices to Recruitment, Training, Social activities, and Diversity & Inclusio
• n.Tailored Suppo
  rt: Our well-established mentoring programme and buddy system provide continuous support and development for all employee
• s.Learning & Developme
  nt: We emphasise continuous learning and professional growth. This commitment extends beyond our program to encompass internal training, knowledge sharing, ensuring ongoing growth and expertise for our team member
• s.Progression Opportuniti
  es: As your performance and experience evolve, you'll have the chance to take on additional responsibilities in a truly meritocratic environmen
• t.Work Environment & Cultu
  re: We nurture a collaborative and social work environment, emphasising the significance of teamwork. Our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and social responsibility is reflected in opportunities to actively engage in meaningful projects, participate in sports teams, and enjoy social events, creating a vibrant and engaging work atmospher
• e.Global Exposu
  re: Potential for international placements or opportunities to work with clients or projects outside of your core regio

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Our Benefi**

ts:In addition to the points mentioned above, we pride ourselves on a highly competitive graduate benefits package, including, but not limited t

• o,:Competitive base salary (France: €42,000 - Luxembourg: €44,000 – Germany: €50,0
• 00)Profit sh
• areGenerous holiday allowance (location-specif
• ic)Mobile phone allowa
• ncePersonal lap
• topHome working allowance covering essential equipm
• entSponsorship for professional qualificati
• onsTraining cour
• sesComprehensive career support through active and structured mentorship and buddy sche
• mesOpportunities for potential secondments to different regions at more senior lev
• elsGraduate training week in an international environm

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Ideal Candi**

date:We are looking for high-performing candidates who are eager to make a difference from day one and fulfil the below requirem

• ents:Be on track to achieve / recently obtained a Master's degree (or equivalent), with diverse academic backgrounds welcomed. For applicants in Germany, candidates with a Bachelor's degree are also elig
• ible.Possess internship experience in a relevant sector (e.g., Consulting, Financial Services, Technology, or Professional Serv
• ices)Exhibit fluency in English (both spoken and written), with an additional requirement based on your desired location: English and French for France, English and one of French or German for Luxembourg, and English and German for Ge
• rmanyAvailability to start in September 2026 (or potentially earlier on a case-by-case b
• asis)Display a genuine interest in consulting and the asset & wealth management ind
• ustryDemonstrate strong problem-solving abilities and an analytical mi
• ndsetShowcase ambition, proactivity, and an entrepreneurial spirit with a 'can-do' att
• itudeBe a team player with a strong sense of tea
• mworkShow interest in participating in various aspects of business management, including practices, recruitment, diversity & inclusion, and social initia

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Application Pr**

ocess:The multi-stage recruitment process is as fo

1. llows:Apply with y
   our CV (please indicate the area code for your phone number e.g. +33 for F
2. rance)Cognitive Ex
   ercise (30 minutes, virtual) – online exercise to be completed in your ow
3. n timeVideo Int
   erview (10 minutes, virtual) – virtual interview where you will be asked to record a short video answer to 5 questions on your understanding and motivation for joining
4. AlphaInterview & Case
   Study (1h30, virtual) – made up of a 1-hour discussion of your background and interest in Alpha, and a 30 minute mini case study which will be a problem solving exe
5. rcise.Final Round Int
   erview (45 minutes, in person) – with one of our Partners from Alpha

Europe

Successful candidates will progress through the stages and our team will inform you of our decisions as quickly as possible between

rounds.Thank you very much for your interest in Alpha's Graduate Programme. Please note that applications are screened on a first come, first served basis and we recommend applying as early as possible. The Assessment Centres and Final Round interviews will be held on a rolling basis until all positions have been filled. We look forward to receiving your appli

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