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Data Consultant - No relevant degree or experience required, immediate starts available

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Belfast, United Kingdom

Full Time

25-04-2025

Job Specifications

Location: United Kingdom

Employment Type: Full-Time

Start Date: Autumn training start dates available

Salary: £32,350, increasing to £45,000 within 18 months

About Us

We’re an award-winning consultancy that specialises in hiring graduates and junior professionals without a relevant degree or experience in data and transforming them into skilled professionals. Once trained, you’ll be assigned to global brands where you’ll work on relevant data projects and have a significant impact.

We’ve been recognised as a The Times Top 100 Graduate Employer twice in a row, and have won numerous awards for our ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Why You Should Join

No Experience Needed: Just bring a 2:1 in any field (excluding computer science) and a passion for data – we’ll teach you the rest!
Salaried, Bespoke Training: Spend 15 weeks learning from industry experts in our salaried training programme, designed to introduce you to the technical and business skills needed to stand out in data. You’ll train alongside a supportive cohort and gain in-depth knowledge that sets you up for client success.
Hands-On Client Projects: After training, you’ll dive straight into impactful projects with leading brands across the UK, applying your new skills in real-world scenarios.
Fast-Tracked Career Growth: Our two-year programme opens doors to exciting career pathways. Whether you stay with us, transition to a role with your client, or explore new horizons, we provide the resources, network, and mentorship to accelerate your career.
Opportunities to pivot into AI: During your employment, you’ll be given opportunities to learn new skills and pivot your career in different directions, including the ever-expanding and exciting world of AI.
Opportunities to work in the US: As well as having the chance to progress into a more senior role after two years, you’ll have the chance to live and work in the US if you stay with us beyond the two-year term, further expanding your network and opening doors to new opportunities.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We're proud to be recognised for twice the industry standard in female and non-binary representation in tech, and we actively support diversity through initiatives like our women and non-binary network, ELEVATE, and LGBTKubrick+. We’re an inclusive team, committed to creating equal opportunities for all backgrounds.
Inclusive Benefits: Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, mental health support, mindfulness classes, and a prayer/quiet room demonstrate our commitment to your well-being.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for ambitious individuals ready to develop a career in data and AI. Ideal candidates have:

A 2.1 degree or higher in any STEM or Non-STEM field (excluding Computer Science)
A passion for problem-solving and a desire to work with data and emerging technologies.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively.
Adaptability and resilience to succeed in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Right to work in the UK without a visa
Geographic flexibility (as our clients are based across the UK)

Start Dates

We’re looking for graduates that are available to start training from September 2025 onwards.

Salary Breakdown

Timeline

Salary

Training

£23,400

Bench (post-training, before client engagement)

£23,400

0-6 months

£32,250

6-12 months

£33,250*

12-18 months

£42,500*

18-24 months

£45,000*

Salary increases occur every six months, assuming performance targets are met.

How To Apply

Visit our ‘Become a Consultant’ page on the website and click the ‘Apply’ link.
Complete our online assessments.
Shine in the final interview.
Start your journey with Kubrick!

Ready to make a difference? Apply today to join Kubrick and help us unlock potential and accelerate success for our clients.

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