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GETTING BACK TO BUSINESS PROGRAM
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At FDM, we train and employ talented people who are driven to succeed. We are a multi award-winning, FTSE 250 employer with a global footprint and a prestigious list of clients.
We realize the challenges that many people face when looking to return to work. The Getting Back to Business Program is specifically designed to address these challenges head on. We provide intensive training to teach new skills, refresh existing knowledge and help individuals to regain the confidence to return to a career in business.
ABOUT US
Within a week, I was interviewing with different clients.
Yesim ShenoyFDM Business Consultant Hear more from Yesim on
the FDM YouTube channel
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SOME OF OUR CLIENTS
RBC, TD, Thomson Reuters,BMO, Morgan Stanley, CIBC,
TMX, Scotiabank, HSBC,Intact Financial Corporation,
NexJ Systems, SimCorp,PSP Investments, Aviva,
National Bank of Canada,Saks Fifth Avenue,
Credit Suisse, KPMG,British Airways,
Barclays, Macquarie Group,Capital One, National Grid,
Johnson & Johnson,and many more...
WE PROVIDE
Full-time employment for a minimum of
two years
Mentoring and ongoing support throughout your time with FDM
Opportunities to work with FDM’s list of
prestigious clients
Fully funded business and technical training
Coaching to facilitate your return to the workplace
Networking opportunities to build professional
relationships
Fast-track career progression back into
business
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The six-week training course will ensure you have the most up to date knowledge and skills, as well as the confidence to return to the corporate world.
Upon completion of training, you will work as an FDM consultant on-site with one or more of our prestigious clients. The training is fully funded by FDM and in return, you will commit to work with us for a period of two years.
After this time, you may remain with FDM as a senior consultant, transition permanently to the client or seek opportunities elsewhere with the connections and experience you have gained over the course of the two-year program.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
I just knew I was back in the game.
Lana SidorovaFDM Business Consultant Hear more from Lana on
the FDM YouTube channel
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Week 2Financial Industry
Awareness
Week 1Professional Skills / Software
Development Lifecycle
Week 3Excel
Week 4Skills for Business
Analysis
Week 5Project Support Office
Week 6Introduction to Agile /
Scrum
COURSE BREAKDOWN
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APPLY ONLINE
1. Complete an Online ApplicationTo apply to the FDM Getting Back to Business Program, just fill in our online application form at fdmgroup.com/careers/apply
3. Attend an Interview DayThe Interview Day will focus on both your interpersonal and business skill sets. During the assessment, you will complete different tasks and exercises so that we can ensure your suitability for the program. You will gain an understanding of our working environment and get the chance to visit our office and see the training centre for yourself.
2. Complete a Telephone Interview Once you have submitted your application, we will call you to assess your suitability in line with our entry criteria.
HOW TO APPLY
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THE GETTING BACK TO BUSINESS PROGRAM CRITERIA
I had the right support and found my confidence level soared.
Theo OjFDM Business Consultant Hear more from Theo on
the FDM YouTube channel
• Looking to return to work after a career break
• Have a degree or relevant work experience in areas such as business analysis, program or project management, or project support
• Have an interest in becoming a business consultant
• Be able to commit to FDM for two years after the training
• Be able to work in a full-time role
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INCLUSIVE BY NATURE
80+ 30%50%nationalities working together
as a team at FDMof FDM’s global workforce
are femaleof the senior management team
at FDM are women
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• Highlighting role models through the annual FDM everywoman in Technology Awards
• FDM has signed the United Nations Women’s Empowerment Principles (UNWEP)
• Diversity Star Performer - The Diversity Awards
• Top 50 Employers - Social Mobility Index
• ‘Advocate of the Year’ - Information Age Women in IT Awards 2016
• We are strong supporters of the UK Gender Pay Gap policy. Our median pay gap is 0%
• Sheila Marriott (FDM Consultant) selected as finalist for “Outstanding Returner - Computing” at the Women in IT Excellence Awards
CHAMPIONING WOMEN IN TECH
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Our people are at the heart of our business and we are committed to supporting them throughout their career journey, from their first day with FDM and beyond.
Alongside regular contact from the HR team and Account Managers, below are some of the other initiatives we have in place to support our people:
The Mentoring Program The FDM Mentoring Program matches mentors with a mentee throughout the organization, providing opportunities for long term career development.
Consultant Peer Support (CPS)The CPS network provides assistance with onboarding and has the knowledge to help new consultants acclimatize to their new role and company.
SUPPORT AND ENGAGEMENT
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FDM’s Getting Back to Business Program has further developed my pre-career break skills and motivation. Now I have the confidence to return to a senior level role.
Sheila MarriottFDM Business Consultant
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