Based on surveyed graduates working at Nous Group. Read on to get an insider’s view on life as a graduate.
4.2
Based on 459 reviews
Pros & Cons
The people are supportive and create a positive environment, which makes the work enjoyable.
Meaningful work with tangible results, flexible working conditions, quick learning, and exposure to different industries.
Plenty of opportunities to grow professionally.
WFH ability.
Diverse and stimulating work. Smart and fun coworkers.
It can be hard having to learn how to operate in a new team every 2-3 months. Mainly due to working styles, as hours can be flexible to suit your life.
Frequently swinging from being too busy to not busy enough, it can be hard to find a steady rhythm.
Graduate consultants typically work across multiple projects at once, which can lead to a fluctuating workload. Remuneration is slightly lower compared to other consulting firms.
Like any consulting role, the hours can sometimes be long, especially when projects are at a critical stage.
You don’t always get to choose the type of work you’re staffed on — but I see that as part of the learning process.
What Insiders Say
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Career Prospects
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Career Prospects
Opportunities in this company are based on your performance. Depending on your experience, how quickly you can develop your consulting skills will define when you will be promoted.
Nous has a high trust and social workplace culture. Everyone is very kind, caring, and personable. There are many opportunities to socialise after work hours, however, there is no pressure to attend. And there is no detriment to your work relationships if you do not attend.
The people are supportive and create a positive environment, which makes the work enjoyable. On top of that, I’m learning a lot and developing new skills, which keeps me engaged and growing.
The managers are invested in supporting their consultants to do the best work they can do. This includes providing mentorship, open communication, feedback, recognition, and resources to complete the task.
Great location, lots of public transport nearby. Great facilities. And very relaxed dress code. You are encouraged to dress in whatever makes you feel comfortable and authentic, keeping in how you should present yourself in front of clients.
The recruiting team was very responsive and helpful throughout the process. The interview process was quite long - it involved: CV/Cover letter, psychometric testing, video interview, quantitative assessment, excel/report assessment into a case study and stakeholder engagement interview.
Slightly above average compared to other Big 4 consulting. $500 once off WFH allowance when starting to buy equipment and $150 WFH allowance monthly thereafter.
The training was comprehensive, designed to familiarise graduate consultants with the firm and core consulting skills over a three-week period. This was complemented by a two-week induction program and a dedicated mock case study week to apply the learnings in a practical setting.
There is a high level of trust which allows for a lot of flexible in how, when, and where you work. It is very easy to shape your personal and professional life, including when you want to work from home, taking leave, and start and finish times.