FastTrack 29 October – Who's Who

Product design, mechanical design and product development, with a growing interest in technical sales, applications engineering and project engineering.

I enjoy hands-on work: developing concepts, sketching, prototyping, testing and improving designs. I like seeing ideas become useful in the real world, and explaining technical concepts clearly while working directly with people to solve problems.

Sustainability, ESG and policy, particularly their role in the energy transition.

I enjoy looking at the bigger picture, understanding how different systems connect and learning about unfamiliar topics. I'm interested in how policies and wider changes shape the way organisations work, and how they respond to change and put new ideas into practice.

Returning to cyber security, particularly physical penetration testing and physical security architecture.

I’m interested in advising people and organisations on cyber security, including physical measures and relevant legislation. I especially enjoy working with things I can see and interact with, such as investigating physical security arrangements or testing systems.

Business analysis, project management and operations, particularly where business and technology overlap.

I would like to understand how an organisation works, identify improvements and help turn decisions into practical changes. I’m drawn to a mix of independent work and collaboration across teams, using technology without necessarily having a coding-focused role.

Graduate software developer or software engineering roles.

I’m looking for a supportive team where I can keep learning, communicate openly and contribute to technical or user-focused solutions. I would enjoy researching problems, planning solutions and working with colleagues and users to make sure a product meets their needs.

Stakeholder engagement, political communications and political office roles.

I want to contribute to a purpose-led organisation whose work benefits society and whose mission I believe in. What would matter most to me is being able to see the direct results of the work I do.

Marketing and creative, project-based work.

I would enjoy varied days rather than doing the same thing every day. I’m interested in planning, creating projects or events and having opportunities to travel. The chance to look back on different projects I’ve worked on is particularly appealing.

Project management, while remaining open to other opportunities.

I enjoy planning and organising, especially seeing ideas come together. My neuroscience degree has taught me to ask questions, consider different perspectives and look for improvements. I also enjoy exchanging ideas and seeing what we can achieve together.

Electronics and embedded engineering, especially digital design and signal processing, and their applications in the energy sector.

I enjoy designing and testing electronics and embedded firmware, especially where hardware meets software. I'd like to work on real systems, learn from experienced engineers and see how electronics supports energy and infrastructure.

Possibly consulting or data analysis; I’m still exploring which industry would suit me.

I’m not certain of my career direction yet, but I’m interested in work that involves consulting or analysing data. I’d enjoy contributing findings that turn out to be important to a project.

Exploring applied technology, from motorsport to medical technology and engineering systems.

I’d like to build or help build technology that benefits other fields, working with people from different disciplines. I enjoy overcoming technical hurdles, finding and fixing bugs and seeing something I’ve made work as intended.

Environmental management, hydrology and other environmental roles.

I’m interested in environmental projects that promote sustainable environmental management and positively integrate nature into everyday life. I would enjoy a mix of office work and site visits, meet different people and learn new skills while contributing to improving communities and the environment.

Policy analysis, research-based roles and making important information clear and accessible to a wider public audience.

I enjoy researching complicated social issues, identifying actionable solutions and communicating key information through essays, policy briefs and blog posts. I'm especially interested in public engagement and sustainability legislation.

Collecting data, researching issues affecting communities and helping develop solutions.

I want to help people live healthier, better lives, especially those who feel their voices aren't heard. I'd enjoy working with caring, creative people who are willing to challenge the status quo, and I'd like to contribute to environmentally friendly solutions.

Consulting roles in finance, sustainability and politics.

I enjoy building and managing relationships and I'm drawn to large-scale projects. I'd like to work in an energetic, fast-paced team, collaborating with MNCs, government bodies, NGOs and other organisations on challenging work that has real-world impact.

Strategy consulting, business analysis, brand growth and brand activation.

I enjoy digging into complex business problems, looking at data, talking to people and turning what I learn into clear recommendations. I'd like early responsibility, opportunities to learn from experienced professionals, and the chance to understand why strategies work in some markets but not others.

I’m interested in understanding how businesses work, spotting opportunities to improve them and using technology and creative digital solutions to turn ideas into meaningful change.

I enjoy understanding problems, exploring approaches and collaborating to find practical solutions. I’m curious about organisational decisions and how processes can improve. I want to keep learning, develop my problem-solving skills and help turn business needs into useful solutions.

Junior consulting, business analysis and PMO roles linking data analysis with business strategy.

I enjoy working with numbers and making sense of complex information. I would like to analyse data, research market trends and work with a team to turn findings into practical solutions that improve processes or make someone else’s job easier.

Project management and management roles in a technology-based environment.

I’m interested in working in a technology-based setting in a management role. Solving problems and mentoring employees are the parts of work that appeal to me most.

I’m interested in insurance underwriting across political and credit risk, marine, aviation, energy, commercial and property and casualty, alongside analyst, advisory and strategy consulting in policy, regulation, governance and compliance.

I enjoy researching complex issues, analysing data and assessing risks to support decisions. I’m seeking a purpose-driven, supportive company where I can learn from experienced colleagues, take responsibility and build a long-term career.

Exploring roles in HR, marketing, finance, consulting and administration.

I’d like to explore different office-based roles to find the right fit. Through university I’ve worked with quantitative and qualitative data, and I enjoy detail-focused, analytical work. Being part of a kind, supportive team and making a positive contribution matter to me.

Risk analysis and consulting roles.

I enjoy working with numbers and investigating why something does not add up. I would like to examine data for errors or risks, speak with people to understand how processes really work, and explain findings clearly so a team can take action.

Business operations, project coordination, business analysis and consulting opportunities.

I enjoy solving real-world problems by bringing together research, data and people. Through the Home Ground project, I've worked with my team to understand housing challenges and develop practical solutions. My operations experience has also taught me how to coordinate people, improve processes and turn ideas into results.

Finance roles, including asset management and investment analysis, as well as marketing, legal and operations analysis.

I’m exploring several career directions and value a good work-life balance and supportive colleagues. At work, I’d like to solve problems, share my ideas directly with the people involved and help others through creative solutions.

Analysis, risk management, strategy and corporate communications.

I would enjoy a mix of strategy, marketing and communication, working on interesting projects and helping ideas grow. I like learning from different people, facing new challenges and seeing a project move from an idea to a result.

Credit risk and risk analysis roles combining finance, data and business strategy.

I’d like finance to be at the centre of my work, while using data, programming and models to understand risks. I enjoy complex analytical problems and want to work with stakeholders so the insights I find can inform real business decisions.

Actuarial roles.

I want to work on engaging, real-world problems alongside friendly, like-minded people. What appeals to me most is collaborating on challenges and finding solutions that have a practical purpose.

Roles at the intersection of data analytics and business development.

I enjoy untangling messy data and understanding why processes are not working. I’d like to combine focused analysis with conversations with clients and colleagues, turning complex information into a clear plan that makes someone’s work easier.

Sales roles, potentially starting in car sales and moving towards real estate.

I’d enjoy an active, people-facing role with clear targets and goals. Meeting new people is a big part of what appeals to me, whether I’m working with colleagues or talking directly with customers.

Software engineering, AI, and building tools that solve problems.

I enjoy researching problems and learning how new fields work. For the NCSC, I built the backend and AI of a web application for certifying university computing degrees. I’d love to keep taking ideas through to something useful.

Sustainability, climate change, energy security, meaningful work and spending time in nature.

I presented my hydrogen dissertation research at the Environmental Impacts of Hydrogen Energy meeting at the University of Cambridge. I’ve worked on sustainability, carbon accounting and research in a private consultancy and local government, and have two published research papers.

Embedded systems, control systems and robotics.

I’m interested in working with low-voltage electronic systems or in robotics. I particularly enjoy the process of building a design from the beginning through to a finished version.

Management consulting, supply chain analytics and procurement analytics.

I want to work with business data to understand complex problems, test scenarios and turn findings into advice clients can use. I’d enjoy working with analysts and clients, seeing recommendations put into practice and learning from each new challenge.

Technology roles, while also considering business and management opportunities.

I like having problems to solve and finding efficient ways to deal with them. I’d enjoy a busy role where I can work through challenges independently or with a group of colleagues I trust.

Software development, engineering, frontend development and web interface design.

I enjoy solving problems, collaborating with others and thinking about how to make applications look engaging. I’d find it rewarding to see software I’ve helped build become useful to its intended customers and improve their lives.

Still exploring career options, particularly people-facing roles that help others.

I want to be challenged by different problems and work in a role where no two days are the same. I’d enjoy working with a team, spending time away from a desk and having opportunities to travel.

Geology roles.

I’d like a career that gets me outdoors, gives me opportunities to travel and lets me meet people who share an interest in geology. Learning more about the world around and beneath us, while making a positive contribution where I work, appeals to me.

Environmental data analysis, ideally in sustainability or work that contributes to the wider good.

I’d enjoy a role with plenty of problem-solving, especially working with data and interpreting findings. I’m happy working with others or independently, and I want to use my skills on work that has a positive impact.