All Things Urban

AECOM is a global network of experts working with clients, communities and colleagues to develop and implement innovative solutions to the world’s most complex challenges.

AECOM has an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Consultant in our International Development team in Central London. We are motivated by making the world a better place. Becoming part of our global team, you will be part of growing our business with a new set of clients. You will support the team in developing a pipeline of new business opportunities and the preparing winning proposals, and delivering our portfolio of projects. AECOM seeks a passionate, energetic, detail-oriented person who can take on and lead tasks related to new business research, proposal management and communication. We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about delivering results in developing economies, and interested in urban development, energy and water, trade and/or economic development. The role would ideally suit someone who is a recent graduate who has gained some international development experience (approximately two years’ experience) and who is willing to learn and develop, taking on more responsibility as the team matures.

- Conduct desk-based (or in-country research) to shape competitor and SWOT analysis, learn more about clients’ priorities and state of the sector in a specific country or region in Africa or Asia. - Research and keep abreast of DFID and other donors’ activities together with their programming and policy changes. - Search for opportunities where AECOM can brand and position itself in the market. - Assist the team in responding to concrete business opportunities by establishing the value proposition of AECOM and teaming, staffing and technical requirements and draft client responses. - Support and develop communication with colleagues in other departments and build a broad knowledge of the specialist skills within AECOM. - Attend relevant conferences to build networks and sectoral understanding. - Plan and schedule meetings for the rest of the team. - Establish and maintain appropriate databases and systems in order to store information for easy access and future use. - Support the set-up and implementation of robust operational and programme management systems for live projects. - Work with Senior Consultants to support and lead on partner relations and AECOM office relations.

- A degree in International Relations, International Development, Economics, or equivalent, with a 21 classification or above (or equivalent) - A Masters degree in any of the above would be an advantage - A highly motivated individual with a passion for international development. - Ability to demonstrate a genuine interest in economic and private sector development, with an appreciation for infrastructure and urban development, energy, water, climate change, and/or trade and investment. - Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise an increasing workload. - Ability to develop innovative solutions and exhibit innovative thinking. - Ability to thrive in a pressured and varied work environment. - Superb attention to detail - Outstanding written English, and excellent communication skills. Fluency in other languages (e.g. French, Spanish and Portuguese) is an asset. Strong analytical and organisational skills. - Ability to build effective credible professional relationships and networks, and to manage stakeholders - Excellent computer skills, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

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