Graduate Employers
Here you'll find Real World's guide to some of the top graduate employers from our large database of industry leaders. Read on for ideas of what companies are looking for in graduates and how (and when) best to apply.
Real World's Featured Employers of the Month
PricewaterhouseCoopers is the one destination for all talented graduates no matter what your degree. We are the ideal springboard for any budding business professional.
We might be an international car rental company with a multi-billion pound turnover. But more importantly, we're an industry-leading business that knows what to do with your talent.
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Aspen ReThe Aspen Group is a leading specialty insurance and reinsurance company, formed in 2002, which operates through offices in Bermuda, France, Ireland, Singapore, Switzerland, the UK and US. We are continually looking for talented individuals to join our growing business and be part of an international success story. more |
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VT GroupVT Group has been operating a successful graduate scheme since 2004 to help realise our vision “To Be Recognised as the Number One International Government Services Group”. We look for high calibre graduates to join our Management or Finance programmes, both of which are rotational giving you the opportunity to work in a variety of business cultures and locations ? mainly in the south-east of England. more |
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Durham Business SchoolDurham Business School offers a broad portfolio of Masters Degree Programmes in business, management, economics and finance. The curricula are designed to ensure coverage of relevant theoretical, conceptual and practical aspects of the subject area and can be used as a successful platform from which to launch your career or progress to future study at MPhil or PhD level. more |
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Cambridge City CouncilCambridge is a vibrant city and is a great place to live, work and visit. It is also at the heart of one of the UK’s major designated growth areas, creating new and pressing challenges on a city that is one of the best in the country. more |
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Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS)With a market capitalisation of over £50 billion, The Royal Bank of Scotland Group is one of the largest financial institutions in the world. We have grown at a pace, combining acquisition and organic growth, acquiring ABN AMRO as part of a consortium, which was the largest banking transaction ever. We offer careers that span many different businesses, sectors and disciplines ? and even countries. What else would you expect of a Times Top 100 Graduate Employer? more |
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BUNACBUNAC’s overseas work and volunteer programmes offer adventurous students a unique opportunity to truly immerse themselves into a different culture. BUNAC participants have the freedom and flexibility to live and work in another country, whilst at the same time develop valuable, CV-enhancing career skills. more |
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Grant Thornton LLPWe’re the UK’s fifth largest accountancy firm, with 29 UK offices and 4,400 staff, providing advice to clients of every description. We’ve got a presence in over 100 different countries, so there’s the potential for international exposure and scope to realise your ambitions. more |
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Government Legal ServiceThe Government Legal Service (GLS) is the collective term for the 1,950 lawyers working in the legal teams of 30 government departments. Our client is the government of the day and there are many parallels between our work and that found in private practice. The government employs staff, purchases goods and services, buys and sells land and property and enters into contracts. more |
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CorusCorus metal is used globally in projects such as the new Grand Theatre in Beijing and at Ground Zero in New York; closer to home it is used for 80% of UK made cars, track for the London Underground and the new Emirates Stadium, London. We are passionate about making the world a better place and are committed to the adoption of sustainable practices. Using the perfect blend of world-class manufacturing processes, innovative research centres and inspired individuals; we can achieve the vision of becoming leaders in our field. more |
Deutsche BankDeutsche Bank is a leading global investment bank with a strong and profitable private clients franchise. Its businesses are mutually reinforcing. Graduation is the fulfilment of a long-held aspiration. But for you it is just the beginning. At Deutsche Bank you'll be given the opportunity to achieve your goals, time and again. As one of the world's leading financial institutions, we can provide the platform to take your career further. You will participate in our first-class training programs and be part of our multinational team, creating success today and tomorrow - together. more |
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Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS)With a market capitalisation of over £50 billion, The Royal Bank of Scotland Group is one of the largest financial institutions in the world. We have grown at a pace, combining acquisition and organic growth, acquiring ABN AMRO as part of a consortium, which was the largest banking transaction ever. We offer careers that span many different businesses, sectors and disciplines ? and even countries. What else would you expect of a Times Top 100 Graduate Employer? more |
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CIMABy choosing CIMA you are taking the first step towards a dynamic and rewarding career. As a guarantee of high standards, it will open doors throughout your professional life. more |
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Ernst and YoungErnst and Young has 114,000 people, in 700 locations across 140 countries around the world that are working to help companies realise the potential in their business... more |
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Civil Service Fast StreamThe Fast Stream is the Civil Service's accelerated development programme for graduates with the potential to reach the very top. There is a huge commitment to deliver a diverse Civil Service. more |
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PricewaterhouseCoopersPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC) is the one firm for all talented graduates. As one of the world's largest professional services firms we have a lot to offer. With an enviable range of clients - from public and private companies to governments and charities with whom we work in partnership to create leading-edge solutions. This makes PwC the ideal employer for any budding business professional. more |
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ICAEW (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales)Chartered accountants lead the way in some of the world’s largest organisations. The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) is Europe’s largest premier accountancy body... more |











