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Graduate Operations & Strategy AssociateNicholas Associates Group Limited • Sutton, London, England
Graduate Operations & Strategy Associate

Graduate Operations & Strategy Associate

Nicholas Associates Group Limited • Sutton, London, England
6 days ago
Salary
£26,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Graduate Operations & Strategy Associate

£26,000 - £32,000

Role Summary

This is a unique opportunity to build a strong foundation in commercial leadership, You will support high‑priority initiatives, contribute to problem‑solving, and help drive innovation across multiple business units.

Core Responsibilities

  1. Business Support & Coordination
  • Assist Heads of Business with day‑to‑day operational tasks and strategic projects.
  • Support the development of plans for:
    • Business growth and market expansion
    • Client engagement and retention
    • Operational improvement and future‑readiness
  • Help track progress on key initiatives and prepare updates for senior leadership.
  • Contribute to maintaining compliance, reporting, and governance standards.
  1. Problem Solving & Project Delivery
  • Support senior leaders in identifying operational challenges across the group.
  • Assist in researching issues, gathering data, and proposing practical solutions.
  • Participate in turnaround or improvement projects, learning from experienced leaders.
  • Help coordinate actions and ensure follow‑through on project tasks.

  1. Growth & Innovation Support
  • Conduct research into new markets, competitors, and potential business opportunities.
  • Assist with early‑stage assessments for acquisitions or new ventures.
  • Help prepare materials for due diligence, investment discussions, and integration planning.
  • Contribute ideas to support innovation and value creation across the group.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Gather insights from different business units and share best practices across the group.
  • Build a strong understanding of how each business operates, including challenges and opportunities.
  • Support the development of group‑wide strategies and improvement initiatives.
  • Work closely with the Head of Operational Excellence on operational improvement projects.
  • Promote modern working practices, including hybrid working and flexible, results‑driven culture.

What's In It for You?

This role offers exceptional exposure to senior leadership, strategic decision‑making, and multi‑business operations. You will develop skills in:

  • Strategy
  • Operations
  • Project management
  • Leadership
  • Commercial analysis
  • Problem‑solving

Ideal Candidate

  • Recent graduate (or early‑career professional) with a degree in Business, Management, Economics, Mathematics, or related field.
  • Strong interest in business operations, strategy, and organisational growth.
  • Curious, proactive, and eager to learn from experienced leaders.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving mindset.
  • Comfortable working across multiple teams and locations.
  • Organised, adaptable, and able to manage competing priorities.
  • Interest in the energy sector is beneficial but not essential.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

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